Lecturer Durban University of Technology

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Job Details

Division
Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit
Construction Management & Quantity Surveying
Minimum experience
Mid-Senior
Company primary industry
Higher Education
Job functional area
Education

Job Description

Durban University of Technology (DUT) is a leading University of Technology in South Africa, offering excellent, high-quality and market-relevant academic programmes across six faculties. DUT is a vibrant, multi-campus institution located in the cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg in KwaZulu-Natal. Established in April 2002 through the merger of the former ML Sultan Technikon and Technikon Natal, the University traces its heritage back to 1907.

DUT is recognised nationally and internationally for excellence in teaching and learning, research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and engagement. Guided by its Philosophy of Education, “Our creativity and innovation shape adaptive graduates who transform society,” and its ENVISION2030 strategy, the University remains committed to improving lives and livelihoods through knowledge creation and societal impact.

The University operates across seven campuses and comprises six faculties:

· Accounting and Informatics

· Applied Sciences

· Arts and Design

· Engineering and the Built Environment

· Health Sciences

· Management Sciences

DUT’s home to a vibrant and expanding research ecosystem that includes a Business School, 18 Research Institutes, and several renowned research centres, including the award-winning Institute for Water and Wastewater Technology (IWWT). The University also hosts 11 South African Research Chairs Initiative (SARChI) Chairs, further strengthening its research leadership and innovation ecosystem.

The University is committed to excellence in teaching, learning, research, and innovation, offering outstanding opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate students across a wide range of disciplines. DUT boasts a pool of highly qualified and experienced academics and professionals who contribute significantly to regional, national, and international development through leadership, scholarship, and research. Its sustained research growth is reflected in the increasing number of National Research Foundation (NRF)-rated researchers and its receipt of the NRF Focused Research Advancement Award for three consecutive years (2024, 2025 and 2026), a testament to the University’s growing research excellence and impact.

As a proud member of the International Association of Universities (IAU), DUT continues to strengthen its global presence and reputation. In the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings, the

University advanced into the 401-600 global band and was ranked 60th globally for Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 1: No Poverty. The University also improved its global standing for SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation, moving from the 401-600 band in 2025 to the 301-400 band in 2026, reflecting DUT’s ongoing commitment to sustainable water management, research, innovation, and community impact. DUT is further ranked among the top 6% of higher education institutions worldwide in the Webometrics Ranking of World Universities, reflecting its growing academic reputation, research influence, digital visibility, and international standing.

DUT: Creative. Distinctive. Impactful.

LECTURER: QUANTITY SURVEYING

Minimum Requirements

A Master’s degree in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent NQF Level 9 qualification.
An undergraduate qualification in Quantity Surveying.
At least three (3) years of academic and/or professional industry experience in Quantity Surveying.

Additional Recommendations

Relevant industry and professional experience in Quantity Surveying practice.
Demonstrated innovative approaches to teaching, learning, and assessment.
Registration or eligibility for registration with the South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession (SACQSP) as a Professional Quantity Surveyor or Professional Quantity Surveying Technologist.
Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to teaching and learning in higher education.
Preference will be given to candidates who are already professionally registered with SACQSP.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
A strong passion for teaching, research, and student development.
Evidence of research productivity, including publications in accredited journals and conference proceedings.
Experience in postgraduate supervision will be an added advantage.
Knowledge and application of emerging technologies in the built environment, including Building Information Modelling (BIM), digital construction technologies, cost management systems, and sustainable construction practices.
Preference will be given to applicants who are currently registered for, or have completed, a doctoral qualification (PhD) in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a closely related discipline.

Summary of Duties

Undertake teaching, learning, assessment, and student support at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Teach and coordinate modules within the Quantity Surveying programme across all levels.
Develop, review, and continuously improve teaching materials, assessment strategies, and learning resources.
Contribute to curriculum design, development, renewal, and accreditation activities within the department.
Supervise honours, Master’s, and Doctoral research projects where appropriate.
Participate actively in departmental and faculty research initiatives and contribute to the University’s research output through publications in accredited journals and conference proceedings.
Foster industry partnerships and contribute to work-integrated learning, project-based learning, and professional engagement activities.
Promote community engagement initiatives and external stakeholder collaboration.
Participate in departmental, faculty, and institutional committees and activities.
Assist with administrative and other duties as delegated by the Head of Department.
Contribute towards achieving the strategic objectives of the Department, Faculty, and University.

ENQUIRIES

Email: Preciousz2@dut.ac.za

Closing Date: 13 November 2026

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applicants must complete the official Application for Employment Form obtainable from the Durban University of Technology website: www.dut.ac.za. Please attach your CV, copies of ID, and Qualifications when applying

Please ensure that all relevant documents are merged in chronological order when applying.
Communication will be limited to short-listed candidates only.
“While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given in terms of the University’s equity policy. “The University reserves the right not to appoint.”

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