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• Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
• Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
• Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
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• Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
• Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology

• Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
• Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
• Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
• Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe

• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

The Opportunity

CREOL, The College of Optics and Photonics at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for multiple full-time, 9-month faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-earning), Associate Professor or Professor (tenured) in the area of optics and photonics. Topics of interest include but are not limited to: Space Photonics, Quantum Photonics, Lasers, Directed Energy, Advanced Imaging and Optical Materials. This search is tied to a major strategic investment by the University of Central Florida in Science, Engineering, and Technology.

Successful candidates will be expected to establish a top-quality, vigorous, highly visible research program, teach and mentor graduate and undergraduate students, and contribute to service in the institution and profession. CREOL is one the world's foremost institutions for research and education in optics and photonic science and engineering. The college offers Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in optics and photonics, and a B.S. degree in photonic science and engineering. The faculty engage in fundamental and applied research and education in lasers, optical fibers, semiconductor and integrated photonic devices, nonlinear and quantum optics, imaging, sensing and displays. In addition, the College of Engineering and Computer Science and the College of Sciences provide rich opportunities for collaboration. For more information visit has been consistently ranked highly among Best Global Universities for Optics by various agencies such as U.S. News & World Report. Located in Orlando, Florida, UCF is classified as a Very High Research Activity (R1) university by the Carnegie Foundation. With a diverse student body of more than 70,000 students, UCF is one of the largest universities in the country. The university offers more than 240 degree programs. UCF is committed to diversity and was designated a Hispanic Serving Institution in 2019. For the fifth consecutive year, UCF has been recognized among the nation's most innovative universities according to U.S. News & World Report while Kiplinger's and The Princeton Review have ranked UCF as one of the nation's best values for a college education. For more information, visit .

Minimum Qualifications:

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• Ph.D. from an accredited institution in optics or a closely related discipline at the time of appointment.

  
  

• Applicants must demonstrate strong research experience with a high record of scholarly publications.

  
  

To obtain tenure upon hire, the selected candidate(s) must have a demonstrated record of teaching, research, and service commensurate with a tenured faculty appointment at the rank of associate professor or professor.

Preferred Qualifications:

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• Demonstrated experience in photonics research and education.

  
  

• A successful record of submitting proposals for research funding.

  
  

Additional Application Materials Required:

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, jobs/. In addition to the online application, interested candidates should upload the following:

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• A curriculum vitae.

  
  

• A letter of interest describing qualifications for the position, such as research agenda and teaching experience/interest.

  
  

• Statement of research and teaching plans

  
  

NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Katie Connolly, HR Coordinator III at .

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Sponsorship for employment-based visas will only be considered under exceptional circumstances and is not guaranteed. Preference will be given to candidates who are currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

Job Close Date:

Open until filled.

Note to applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as 'Open until filled' may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

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• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.

  
  

• Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.

  
  

• Retirement savings options.

  
  

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.

  
  

• Education assistance.

  
  

• Flexible work environment.

  
  

• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.

  
  

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

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As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call or email .

For general application or posting questions, please email .

Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Network Operations – Market Lead for a very exciting Direct Hire opportunity with a fast growing company in the telecommunications (Fiber/OSP) industry. This is a hybrid role and requires this person to sit in Orlando or be willing to relocate at their own expense.

Overall Purpose:

• Directs all outside plant engineering, planning, design, and construction activities in a geographical area.
• This is a supervisory role with responsibility for directing; planning; apportioning the market’s build responsibilities, including the work of employees including interviewing, selecting, and training; establishing and monitoring attainment of objectives; coaching and assessing performance; and ensuring compliance with company and regulatory policy.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Approves or recommends approval of long and short- range planning, specific and routine authorizations, including plans and specifications.
• Responsible for scheduling of work offers and the managing of the Outside Plant (OSP) budget. Responsible for contract negotiations for the performance of outside plant construction engineering and installation/repair of a specific area.
• Responsible for the operational effectiveness of provisioning OSP facilities relative to customer service activation and assurance.
• Directs and controls capital budget for outside plant for specific market area.
• Oversee the installation and maintenance of high-speed broadband service in assigned geography through general contractor partner.
• The job has direct and indirect supervisory responsibility for employees below Director level.
• Leader will directly manage the work performed by employees, contractors, vendors and or partners.

Education:

Typically, a bachelor’s degree in Math, Science or Engineering preferred or relevant industry experience.

Experience:

Typically requires 10 or more years of experience and at least two years of management responsibility.

Supervisory:

Yes.

Environmental Requirements:

This position may be responsible for contributing to compliance with environmental laws and regulations applicable to its job function.

Pay Range: $140-$160k plus bonus depending on experience. The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision as well as 401K contributions.

Job title: Director Network Operations Market Lead

Salary: $140k-$160k Bonus 19%

In Market, Orlando, FL (no relocation offered)

Duration: Full time/Permanent

Job Description

• Overall Purpose: Directs all outside plant engineering, planning, design, and construction activities in a geographical area. This is a supervisory role with responsibility for directing; planning; apportioning the market’s build responsibilities, including the work of employees including interviewing, selecting, and training; establishing and monitoring attainment of objectives; coaching and assessing performance; and ensuring compliance with company and regulatory policy.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Approves or recommends approval of long and short- range planning, specific and routine authorizations, including plans and specifications. Responsible for scheduling of work offers and the managing of the Outside Plant (OSP) budget. Responsible for contract negotiations for the performance of outside plant construction engineering and installation/repair of a specific area. Responsible for the operational effectiveness of provisioning OSP facilities relative to customer service activation and assurance. Directs and controls capital budget for outside plant for specific market area. Oversees the installation and maintenance of high-speed broadband service in assigned geography through general contractor partner. The job has direct and indirect supervisory responsibility for employees below Director level. Leader will directly manage the work performed by employees, contractors, vendors and or partners.

• Education: Typically, a bachelor’s degree in Math, Science or Engineering preferred or relevant industry experience.
• Experience: Typically requires 10 or more years of experience and at least two years of management responsibility.
• Supervisory: Yes.
• Environmental Requirements: This position may be responsible for contributing to compliance by customer's with environmental laws and regulations applicable to its job function.

The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401K contributions as well as any other PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by appliable state or localities where you reside or work

Civil / Environmental Engineer (Solid Waste) - Orlando, FL

A leading global engineering consultancy is seeking a Civil or Environmental Engineer with solid waste experience to join its growing team in Orlando, FL.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-impact environmental and infrastructure projects while contributing to technically complex work across the solid waste and remediation space.

The Role

You will play a key role in delivering a range of civil and environmental engineering projects, with a focus on solid waste, landfill, and related infrastructure.

Responsibilities include:

• Interpreting and applying federal, state, and local environmental regulations
• Preparing and reviewing technical reports, calculations, design plans, and permit applications
• Supporting project delivery across landfill, remediation, and site development projects
• Acting as a client-facing point of contact and maintaining strong relationships
• Contributing to proposal development, including scopes, schedules, and cost estimates
• Collaborating across teams while managing multiple project priorities

What We're Looking For

• 6-10+ years' experience in civil/environmental engineering
• Background in solid waste, landfill design, GCCS, remediation, or site civil
• PE license (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and permitting
• Experience with technical reporting, design, and project delivery
• Proficiency in AutoCAD / Civil 3D (preferred)
• Strong communication and client-facing skills

Nice to Have

• Solid waste permitting experience
• Experience in Florida or the Southeast US
• Project management exposure (budgets, invoicing, client management)
• Existing client relationships

Additional Details

• Mix of office and field-based work (approx. 10-30% travel)
• Exposure to landfill and remediation sites (PPE required where applicable)
• Opportunity to contribute to business development and growth initiatives

If you're interested in learning more, please apply below

Company Description

PPD Construction Services Inc. brings a diverse background in hospitality and retail construction, offering extensive industry expertise and a proactive approach to projects of any scale. The company excels in early-stage collaboration with owners, franchise companies, and architects to deliver well-engineered, high-quality projects. PPD prioritizes value engineering, focusing on creative and cost-effective solutions without compromising project scope.

Role Description

This full-time Traveling Construction Superintendent role is pivotal in overseeing construction projects for PPD Construction Services Inc. Based in Orlando, FL, this hybrid position allows for some remote work but requires frequent on-site presence to manage and ensure successful project execution. The role involves supervising construction activities, coordinating subcontractors, maintaining project schedules, ensuring safety compliance, and managing budgets to deliver projects on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• Experience in Construction Site Management and ensuring Construction Safety standards
• Strong Organization Skills and ability to oversee multiple project priorities simultaneously
• Proficiency in Budgeting and Project Management to meet financial and time constraints
• Problem-solving skills for addressing on-site challenges
• Clear communication and team leadership abilities to collaborate with stakeholders effectively
• Willingness to travel frequently to project sites
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field preferred
• Previous experience in hospitality and retail construction is a plus

The Opportunity:

The Travel and Procurement Coordinator II plays a key role in managing travel and procurement tasks for the Business Center. This position serves as the primary point of contact for colleges and divisions on procurement-related activities. This position monitors and processes requisitions daily through UCF systems. The Travel and Procurement Coordinator assists in developing solicitations for bids and participates in creating contracts, leases, and supplier agreements. This position acquires goods and services using assigned procurement cards and ensures accurate receipt documentation. This position collaborates with Procurement Specialists to resolve issues, maintain visibility, and support end-user communications and training. The Travel and Procurement Coordinator is expected to work independently in a complex, fast-paced environment and ensure compliance with procurement policies and fund use guidelines.

UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles within the College of Science (COS) and the College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS). Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in these departments.

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• Initiate requisitions and support colleges/divisions with purchases. Add and/or validate Worktags to verify appropriateness for acquisition.

  
  

• Make procurement card purchases for college/division needs.

  
  

• Act as a liaison between college/division staff, general counsel, and the vendor on the development of contractual agreements.

  
  

• Review requests for procurement policy adherence prior to entry into Workday and propose alternative solutions in instances where the request is out of compliance.

  
  

• Initiate adds/updates to the vendor master file, obtain supplier-provided documentation.

  
  

• Manage requisitions, purchase orders, invoice receipts, and invoice payments and initiate RMAs with suppliers and coordinate returns, as required.

  
  

• Verify, review, and reconcile expense and procurement card transactions to ensure compliance with university policy and regulations.

  
  

• Serve as a general resource and point of contact for travel-related issues, receive and respond to incoming travel requests, and assist employees with travel-related issues or concerns. Initiate spend authorization for travel upon request.

  
  

• Book travel and hotel accommodations upon request.

  
  

• Ensure travel reservations comply with university policies.

  
  

• Prepare and reconcile travel and field advances, collect receipts and travel-related expense documents to prepare travel expense reports for employees upon request.

  
  

• Review expense reports for policy adherence.

  
  

• Collect receipts for and reconcile non-travel expense card transactions.

  
  

• Collect receipts and prepare reimbursements other than travel.

  
  

• Ensure that reimbursement complies with university policies.

  
  

• Ensure all required permissions and documentation are included in all travel and procurement transactions.

  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent and (2+) years of relevant experience or combination of relevant comparable education and experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

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• Experience with Workday or other ERP systems.

  
  

• Experience in processing travel and procurement of goods and services.

  
  

• Ability to work collaboratively and be part of a team environment while developing highly effective and valued professional relationships with peers, colleagues, and cross-functional teams.

  
  

• Experience working in higher education.

  
  

• The most successful candidates may possess the following qualities:

  
  

• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

  
  

• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.

  
  

• Strong presentation skills.

  
  

• Creative problem-solving skills.

  
  

Additional Application Materials Required:

In addition to the application, applicants should submit a cover letter and resume.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.

UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles within the College of Science (COS) and the College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS). Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in these departments.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

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• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

  
  

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

  
  

• Retirement savings options

  
  

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

  
  

• Education assistance

  
  

• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

  
  

Dive into our Total Rewards Calculator to discover the diverse selection available to you, giving you a glimpse into the benefits that together shape your comprehensive rewards package at UCF.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call or email .

For general application or posting questions, please email .

Power Up Your Career with Makita USA!!!

At Makita USA, we believe our employees are the driving force behind our success. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. When you join Makita, you become part of a dynamic, innovative, and team-oriented culture that values hard work and dedication.

Makita is a worldwide leader in the professional power tool industry. Over the past 100 years, we have built a reputation for using the finest raw materials, the most advanced manufacturing equipment, and the most rigorous quality testing in the industry. Headquartered in La Mirada, CA, Makita U.S.A., with offices in Reno, NV, Wilmer, TX, and Flowery Branch, GA, has brought Makita's best-in-class engineering advantage to professional power tool users in America since 1970.

Job Summary: Responsible for managing and growing Makita sales revenue within the defined territory through the proper execution of Makita's strategic initiatives and sales programs. This role primarily focuses on residential and commercial construction supply accounts and key end-user companies, while overseeing the entire territory sales revenue and account base, and promoting Makita's Best-In-Class Engineering & Innovation brand position and the extensive Makita product line.

Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 per year plus bonus potential

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Compile lists of prospective/target customers (Distribution/End-Users) for use as sales leads, based on information from business directories and publications, industry ads, trade shows, Internet Websites, and other prospecting sources, including job site surveillance.
• Travel throughout the assigned territory to conduct Makita business, including occasional travel outside of the territory for corporate meetings, including District and National needs.
• Display and demonstrate Makita products, including performing Makita product knowledge sessions for dealers and other audiences.
• Provide expertise and support regarding pricing, quoting, credit terms, orders, and many other sales support and account management functions.
• Perform business reporting functions, such as, but not limited to, sales reports, account update reports, monthly reports, call reports, expense reports, mileage reports, and other reports as needed.
• Present, execute, and administer Corporate Sales Programs, including co-op, trade agreements, rebates, strategic initiatives, and promotions, along with other corporate programs as needed.
• Provide input to the Marketing Department and properly utilize and distribute the Makita marketing department collateral materials, including, but not limited to, catalogs, lectures, brochures, campaigns, and point-of-purchase materials.
• Coordinate, schedule, and execute customer support events, including, but not limited to, product knowledge training, product demonstration, national contractor training, shows and events, and joint sales calls.
• Create and execute strategic sales growth plans and proposals for key accounts and the territory, as needed (i.e., monthly, quarterly, or annually).
• Support the Makita accounting department as needed, including, but not limited to, new account set-up, credit applications, credit limits, credit balances, and proper communications with the Accounts Receivable team regarding exceptions.
• Develop and continually strengthen professional relationships within all entities, internal and external, involved in our business, such as dealer sales staff, management staff, purchasing, and ownerships, including appropriate end-user key contacts and decision-makers.
• Investigate and resolve customer issues and concerns.
• Stay abreast of market conditions, changes, and competitor activities within the industry and territory, and communicate findings internally.
• Be cognizant of other Makita divisions such as manufacturing and assembly, National Industrial MRO, government/GSA, Outdoor Power Equipment (OPE), and Big-Box retail, including all other divisions.
• Understand and execute a solutions-based sales approach.
• Support Makita National Accounts
• Schedule account meetings, Sales update meetings, and any other meetings as required. Meetings must be conducted in a professional manner that includes written agendas, PowerPoint presentations, and sales figures etc.
• Maintain and control Makita's assets and their records, such as vehicles, demo tools, marketing materials, product samples, etc.
• Perform all company functions per federal, state, and municipal laws and company policies.

Applicant Qualities Desired:

• Experience working in the residential and commercial construction industry.
• Sales professionals with discipline and solution-selling skills.
• Ability to build relationships to gain customer loyalty and penetrate accounts within the market.
• Strong customer service skills with an ability to successfully cold call new and potential customers.
• Strong self-motivator, able to work well independently and with others in a team environment.
• Organizational sales skills in the above areas, including formal presentations to distributors.
• Excellent communication skills in person, over the phone, and in writing.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred.

Education, Skills, and Experience Needed:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a 4-year college or university; or 4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of Territory Management
• Background in construction sales
• Knowledge of the power tool industry and all phases of construction
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Employment Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of employment.
• Valid driver's license
• Safe driving record
• The employee must be able to safely operate a moving vehicle per our company policy.
• Must be able to travel extensively by car in the assigned region and by air on occasion for up to 70% of the time.

Our Benefits Include:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options after 30 days of employment
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and well-being
• Paid subscription to Headspace and 5 other members of your choice

Financial Security

• Competitive pay & performance-based incentives
• Company branded vehicle provided
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Basic Term Life insurance is 100% company paid
• Long-term Disability Coverage 100% company paid
• Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Coverage: Critical illness, accidental, hospital indemnity, whole life, and supplemental life plans.

Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays)
• Employee discounts on Makita tools and accessories - because we know you love quality tools!

Career Growth & Development

• Training programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Internal promotion opportunities
• Collaborative, innovative work environment

Join Makita USA and power up your career with a company that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence!

Explore Opportunities & Apply Today!

Disclaimer:

This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all of the elements of the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet production, scheduling, or staffing needs.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, veteran status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, medical (including genetic characteristics or cancer diagnosis), actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. All such discrimination is prohibited. Additionally, the Company will provide registered domestic partners with all rights and benefits as required by Law. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits employers from requesting or requiring genetic information of an individual or family member of the individual. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws and providing equal employment opportunities.

Gibbs & Register, Inc. Florida's leading civil firm is seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Project Manager.

Main office is located in Winter Garden, FL, and project worksites are currently located throughout Central Florida, Orange, Seminole, Lake, and Brevard.

Job Title: Project Manager

Reports Directly To: Vice President or President

Job Description: A Project Manager plans and executes construction projects under his/her direction, utilizing the safe, productive and financially rewarding strategies, while meeting or exceeding client expectations. He/She will be responsible for more than one active project at a time and may have Assistant Project Managers reporting to him/her.

A Project Manager must be able to perform the following tasks:

• Review and understand proposals, estimates, contracts and scopes of work.
• Communicate contract revisions to clients and implement revisions when a mutually beneficial agreement has been reached.
• Collaborate with project superintendent(s) and general superintendent in the development of project work plans and necessary resources (personnel and equipment).
• Approve project work plans and monitor its deployment by superintendents and field crews.
• Effectively communicate with clients on pay requests and timely process pay applications and/or change orders.
• Approve all changes in the work or schedule which materially affect the financial or production requirements of your projects.
• Routinely track and accurately report percent of work completed, billings, production rates and forecast to complete.
• Provide leadership and maintain a professional working relationship with G&R staff and client representatives.
• Manage multiple projects and/or manage large projects (greater than $5M).
• Assist Estimating Department in the preparation of conceptual estimates, presentations, and proposals to prospective clients.
• On design-build projects or portions of projects that include design by G&R, review engineer’s design, provide input and monitor progress, with particular attention to scope & cost changes.
• Prepare detailed estimates, budgets, progress schedules and purchase orders/subcontracts, along with periodic updating.
• Prepare requests for quotes, receive bids, and award purchase orders & subcontractors for all items of work.
• Plan and schedule the work, including preparing and updating of CMP schedule and/or short-term schedules.
• Coordinate with local authorities pertaining to permitting, inspection, approval of project.
• Prepare monthly progress reports for distribution to Executive Management.
• Identify project resource requirements and communicate with management.
• Control costs and accurately complete monthly forecast projections for projects assigned.
• Maintain and organize the shop drawing process, including ordering, receiving and expediting shop drawings from vendors and subcontractors. Review, transmit and expedite shop drawings to the appropriate engineer or owner representative. Distribute shop drawings to project team.
• Approve vendor/subcontractor requisitions for payment.
• Participate in completing and performing annual employee evaluations.
• Review and approve daily timesheets from the crews assigned to your projects.
• Perform cost estimating for new projects and change order estimates for assigned projects.
• Identify and manage project claims efficiently, including utility damage, private property claims, etc. Work with Risk Management to mitigate and resolve issues.
• Identify and correct safety infractions. Work with Safety Director to help improve company safety.
• Perform a variety of management duties which may change periodically.
• Proficient with Windows computers and various software, including scheduling, spreadsheets, word processor, email, and project management software.
• Physically: Must be able to hear and see well (either naturally or with correction); communicate well; sit or stand for long periods of time; climb ladders; and enter/exit trenches.
• Be able to commute to/from projects throughout Florida.
• Educational and experience requirements include Four-year construction management or civil engineering degree or equivalent, plus five years or more experience/knowledge of construction, engineering, and management.

Employees operating a company vehicle for Gibbs & Register’s purpose will be required to maintain a valid, eligible driver’s license, and a driving record acceptable to our insurance carrier at all times.

We offer a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package. G&R is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. Applications will only be accepted for open and available positions. Applications may be completed on our website and emailed to our HR department at

We present an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and skilled researcher to join our team as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Inorganic/ Organometallic Chemistry at the University of Central Florida (UCF). This unique position offers a blend of advanced research in molecular inorganic and organometallic chemistry, with a downstream interest in reactivity, catalysis and relevant mechanistic investigations.

The successful candidate, housed in the labs of, and co-advised by Professors John Gordon and Titel Jurca, will play a pivotal role in advancing cutting-edge molecular inorganic chemistry. Responsibilities include the synthesis and characterization of novel coordination complexes employing techniques spanning conventional air-free synthesis, to alternative sono- and mechanochemical methodologies. Relevant complexes will be further studied for reactivity, with potential application to catalytic processes. Additionally, the candidate will participate in standard laboratory responsibilities of upkeep/maintenance, the collective supervision of graduate and undergraduate students, and dedicated activities related to professional development.

Responsibilities:

Research: Conduct advanced research in the synthesis, characterization, and reactivity of novel molecular inorganic complexes. Collaboration: Actively collaborate across both Gordon and Jurca groups, and the REACT cluster at UCF, in pursuit of the research goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in organometallic, inorganic, or catalysis chemistry. Strong background in standard molecular analysis techniques including NMR, FTIR, mass-spec, scXRD (not required but desirable). Experience in air-free synthetic techniques (Schlenk line, inert atmosphere glovebox)

Preferred Qualifications:

Excellent writing, communication, and collaboration skills. Track record of high-quality publications in peer-reviewed journals. Experience with x-ray crystallography.

Benefits of the position include:

Competitive salary and benefits package, starting from $60,000. Opportunities for professional growth and career development. Renewable based on mutual agreement and fund availability. UCF provides a vibrant and inclusive research environment with state-of-the-art facilities.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research accomplishments, and arrange for two reference letters to be sent directly to Application review begins on January 5th, 2026and the position will remain open until January 31st, 2026. Expected start date is between 05/01/2026 and 07/01/2026.

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Are Benefits Important to You?

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state's benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First. OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

Department

College of Sciences (COS) - Department of Chemistry

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President's Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

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As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

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