Head of the School of Architecture and Construction

School description

Описание школы

The School of Architecture and Construction focuses on the sustainable design, construction, and operation of water infrastructure and hydraulic structures.

The School integrates civil and hydraulic engineering, architectural, and construction management principles to optimise infrastructure planning, enhance construction efficiency, and improve resilience to climate change impacts. Its graduates contribute directly to national and regional water development programmes.

Key academic and research areas

• Design, operation, and maintenance of hydraulic structures and canals
• Sustainable construction materials and green infrastructure design
• Infrastructure resilience and risk assessment under climate change conditions
• Digital construction technologies (BIM, GIS, IoT-based monitoring)
• Asset management and life-cycle optimisation of hydraulic systems

Responsibilities

• Lead academic programme development in civil and hydraulic engineering, architecture, and construction management;
• Define the School's research priorities in sustainable infrastructure, digital construction technologies, and hydraulic systems;
• Develop partnerships with construction companies, water infrastructure agencies, and engineering consultancies;
• Recruit, supervise, and support academic and technical staff;
• Ensure educational quality and alignment with national and international engineering standards;
• Manage the School's budget, resources, and operational planning;
• Represent the School in university governance and professional engineering networks

Requirements

• Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture, construction, or a related discipline;
• Proven academic and research record with publications or project experience in infrastructure design and management;
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience in higher education or engineering organizations;
• Familiarity with modern design tools, construction technologies, and sustainability standards;
• Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills;

Advantages

• Professional engineering certification or membership in a recognised engineering body;
• Experience in infrastructure planning under climate risk or resilience frameworks;
• Background in asset management and life-cycle optimisation of hydraulic or civil infrastructure.

Conditions

• Competitive salary
• Professional development opportunities
• A modern research environment

Selection process

• Applications are reviewed on receipt; the position remains open until filled;
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview

Documents

Letter of application outlining their vision for the School’s development and leadership philosophy;

Detailed Curriculum Vitae;

Copies of academic degrees and professional certificates;

List of publications, design projects, and research achievements;

Contact details of at least two professional referees.