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Job Title: Senior Estimator

Location: Randolph, MA (On-site)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join a growing construction team in Randolph, MA. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and a solid background in commercial and/or public construction projects. The Senior Estimator will play a key role in preparing accurate cost estimates, managing bid processes, and supporting preconstruction efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial, industrial, and/or public works projects
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
• Solicit and review subcontractor and supplier quotes
• Conduct quantity take-offs and pricing
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering options
• Participate in bid reviews and presentations
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market pricing, materials, and labor trends

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction estimating
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and pricing
• Experience with commercial, industrial, or public projects preferred
• Proficiency in estimating software (Procore, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or similar)
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $140,000 – $170,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (details TBD)
• Paid sick and safe time (details TBD)
• Paid vacation time (details TBD)
• Paid parental leave (details TBD)
• Paid holidays annually (details TBD)

Assistant/Associate Professor Positions in Biology and Bioengineering

The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth invites applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions in the life sciences and biotechnology. Appointment will be at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in either the Department of Biology or of Bioengineering beginning in September 2026.

The Biology Department in the College of Arts and Sciences is seeking candidates with a teaching and research focus in biotechnology, genetic engineering, synthetic biology, or molecular biology, whose research crosses boundaries of traditional life science disciplines and addresses questions of broad significance. Research focusing on questions in the marine environment, using marine model species, or addressing fundamental biological questions with potential relevance to life sciences is of particular interest. The Bioengineering Department in the College of Engineering seeks applications across the full breadth of biomedical engineering. It is particularly interested in candidates with a teaching and research focus in the broad areas of biomedical devices, synthetic biology, drug delivery, and cell and tissue engineering. Candidates that can collaborate across these areas and across traditional departments are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate's research program will complement existing research strengths in their home Department and have the potential to form new cross-disciplinary research collaborations, including between the Colleges of Arts and Sciences and Engineering. The Biology Department has research strengths in marine biology, organismal and evolutionary biology, and genomics. The Bioengineering Department has existing expertise in biomaterials, chemistry, synthetic biology, biomechanics, nanoscale material synthesis, and cell and tissue engineering, with a strong program in robotics associated with the College of Engineering. Both Departments are inclusive communities and benefit from well-established connections with the School for Marine Science and Technology, the Center for Scientific Computing and Data Science Research (), and other colleges and universities in the region.

The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is in the beautiful ocean side community of Dartmouth, about an hour south of Boston, half-hour east of Providence, and half-hour west of Cape Cod. It offers a world-class education to undergraduate and graduate students in over 40 undergraduate and 23 graduate programs offered by the College of Engineering, College of Nursing, Charlton College of Business, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Visual and Performing Arts, School of Law, and School for Marine Science and Technology.

Both Departments and their home Colleges value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. We seek faculty members who value working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and will support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning environment.

UMass Dartmouth has transformed the lives of 40,000 alumni and distinguishes itself as a vibrant, public research university dedicated to engaged learning and innovative research. It is the only Massachusetts Tier 1 national research university south of Boston and serves as a catalyst for the region.

Duties

The successful candidate will be committed to excellence in teaching and advising and to mentoring both undergraduate and graduate students in research. Teaching assignments for this position will include courses that are required in our multiple B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. programs and are consistent with the successful candidate's expertise. Contributions to university and professional service also are expected. Candidates with a demonstrated commitment to fostering interdisciplinary thinking are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis.

Minimum Qualifications

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• An earned doctoral degree in a relevant field, at least two years of postdoctoral research experience (for Biology), and evidence of scholarly productivity such as peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
  

Preferred Qualifications

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• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level, a record of external funding or strong evidence of potential to attain external funding for research, at least two years of postdoctoral research experience (for Bioengineering), and demonstrated success working with people from diverse backgrounds.
  

Tenure will accrue in the Department of appointment (Biology or Bioengineering). Salary and startup funds are determined upon offer of employment.

SALARY:

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• Assistant/Associate Professor of Bioengineering: $95,000-$130,000
  Assistant/Associate Professor of Biology: $73,500-$93,500
  

To apply please send:

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2. A cover letter addressing interest in the position, previous research accomplishments, and interest in teaching and research with graduate and undergraduate students.
   
3. A detailed statement of plans for developing and implementing an externally funded research program (maximum two pages).
   
4. A statement of teaching experience and philosophy (maximum two pages).
   
5. Curriculum vitae.
   
6. Complete contact information for three professional references.
   

UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:

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• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability
  
• State Pension Retirement Plan
  
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
  
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
  
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
  
• And More!
  

Benefits for Faculty Federation

The University will consider employment-based visa sponsorship, however, consistent with the Presidential Proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, UMass Dartmouth will not sponsor H-1B visa petitions that require the mandatory $100,000 payment for any filings submitted after 12:01 a.m. EDT on September 21, 2025.

Employment is contingent upon verification of background/credentials and work authorization.

Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

UMass Dartmouth is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, Title IX Employer.

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Information Systems Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage security solutions for cloud environments. The selected candidate will lead security engineering efforts, identify risks, and develop mitigation plans to ensure compliance with DoD and federal cybersecurity standards. This role will primarily support CLIN 5 and is ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in cloud security, InfoSec engineering, and risk management within federal programs.

Security Clearance: Secret Clearance Required

Work Authorization: U.S. Citizens ONLY due to legal or government contract requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and manage information security engineering designs and solutions for cloud environments.
• Identify system security threats, vulnerabilities, and risks; develop and implement mitigation plans.
• Architect, design, and evaluate security-focused tools, services, and processes.
• Oversee assessment and mitigation of system security risks throughout the program life cycle.
• Validate system security requirements and perform security analyses to ensure compliance.
• Implement security designs across hardware, software, data, and operational procedures.
• Support continuous monitoring and improvement of cloud security posture.
• Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and operations teams to enhance security automation and resilience.
• Maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and compliance records for audit and review purposes.
• Stay current on emerging threats, cybersecurity standards, and federal security mandates.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in information security engineering or cloud security roles.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and security best practices.
• Experience with system security designs, threat modeling, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies.
• Understanding of hardware, software, and network security principles in cloud environments.
• Experience working in federal or DoD programs is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, security-focused environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with DevSecOps practices and security automation.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code security controls and compliance tools.
• Knowledge of virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) and secure cloud configurations.

Certifications:

• IAT Level II certification required.
• Must obtain one or more Cloud Certifications within 6 months of hire (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud preferred).

About The Job

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Arcadis is seeking a Principle Engineer specializing in HVAC and Plant Utility systems to lead front-end engineering design and oversight for Moderna’s local and international manufacturing sites. This role involves managing design firms, authoring equipment URSs, and overseeing conceptual and detailed design phases for HVAC and utility systems to ensure compliance with client and regulatory standards.

Role description:

Lead front-end engineering design oversight for HVAC, Plant, and Utility systems across multiple projects supporting Moderna’s global manufacturing network.

• Select, manage, and coordinate with external design consultants and engineering firms for HVAC and utility scopes.
• Gather site-specific data and author detailed User Requirement Specifications (URS) for HVAC and utility equipment per project.
• Oversee development of Conceptual Design, Basis of Design, P&IDs, and vendor technical specifications to ensure alignment with client requirements and industry standards.
• Provide remote engineering support to international sites lacking on-site mechanical/process engineers to troubleshoot and resolve HVAC and utility system issues.
• Stay current with emerging technologies applicable to HVAC and utility systems, including robotics, AI, and automation innovations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and client stakeholders to ensure project deliverables meet quality, compliance, and schedule expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in HVAC and Plant Utility system design, preferably in pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing.
• Strong background in front-end design phases: Conceptual Design, Basis of Design, P&IDs, and URS development.
• Proven experience in client-side engineering roles and managing external design firms.
• Familiarity with current and emerging HVAC and utility technologies, including automation and AI applications.
• Excellent communication, project coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to provide remote engineering support for international manufacturing sites.
• Knowledge of GMP and pharmaceutical industry standards is highly preferred.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. Salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor Position in Physics

The Department of Physics in the College of Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor position. This is a full-time academic year, non-tenure-track position with primary responsibilities for undergraduate laboratory and classroom teaching.

Duties

It is expected the successful candidate will be an engaging and effective teacher with a strong commitment to student learning and success. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate physics courses including upper-level physics laboratory courses; providing assistance to senior capstone and research projects; collaborating with faculty to enhance the physics curriculum; academic advising; participating in department, university and professional service; and fostering interdisciplinary collaborations in education.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in physics or related field at the time of employment; have experience with teaching at the college level, particularly at the undergraduate level; possess excellent communication skills; demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence, and be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong candidates will have outstanding credentials that clearly demonstrate their ability and commitment to undergraduate teaching, including in particular upper-division laboratory offerings; the experience and ability to teach upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses; and the potential to participate in scholarly activities.

Candidates from all physics backgrounds will be considered, including fields represented by current research interests in the department, including astrophysics/astronomy, AMO physics, computational physics, gravity, nuclear physics, and quantum information/computing/optics; or in closely-allied areas such as physics education research. Candidates with backgrounds in experimental physics or observational astrophysics are particularly welcomed. Successful candidates must show that they are able to effectively teach a wide selection of physics courses.

The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is located in the beautiful ocean side community of Dartmouth, about an hour south of Boston, half-hour east of Providence, and half-hour west of Cape Cod. It offers a world-class education to roughly 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students each year in over 40 undergraduate and 23 graduate programs offered by the College of Engineering, College of Nursing, Charlton College of Business, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Visual and Performing Arts, School of Law and School for Marine Science and Technology.

UMass Dartmouth has transformed the lives of over 40,000 alumni and distinguishes itself as a vibrant, public research university dedicated to engaged learning and innovative research. It is the only Massachusetts Tier 1 national research university south of Boston and serves as a catalyst for the development of marine science and technology industries along the south coast.

The College of Engineering is comprised of six departments: Bioengineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Computer and Information Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Physics. We offer 8 undergraduate degree programs, 8 concentrations, 11 graduate programs, and 8 accelerated BS-MS programs that serve more than 1,400 students. Our goals are to prepare graduates to meet 21st-century technological challenges and improve the well-being of society; create new knowledge in engineering, technology, and computer science; and engage and develop students to become leaders in their fields through service and scholarship.

SALARY: $87,500 -$103,500

UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:

• 
  
• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability
  
• State Pension Retirement Plan
  
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
  
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
  
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
  
• And More!
  

Benefits for Faculty Federation

To apply please submit a submit electronically a letter of interest; curriculum vitae; contact information for at least three professional references; and a one-page statement of teaching interests and philosophy.

Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

• Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
• 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
• Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
• 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

Job description: Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

GENERAL SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

A customer service representative supports both internal customers (product managers, account managers, production, and finance staff) and external customers with all steps in the sales cycle; from helping to identify required parts or resources to preparing offers (quotes), processing orders, and resolution of after order issues.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

• Provide Customer Service support to our customers, Sales Area Managers, Product Managers and Regional Sales entities;
• Interact with internal / external customers to provide information response to inquiries about products and services.
• handle and resolve questions / concerns
• provide information about the organization's products and service
• generate quotes and process orders as requested by Product Managers, Sales Area Manager, and customers
• enter and ensure proper handling of all orders
• maintain customer pricing based on guidance from product managers
• coordinate delivery and purchase order requirements with Logistics Department,
• communicate special shipment dates and date changes to the Regional Sales entities, Sales Area Managers, and/or customers
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Managers.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

Line: Customer Service Manager, Paper Machine Service

Coordination with: engineering, production groups, field sales (SAMs), and finance

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

The employee carries out the work within guidelines such as objectives, definitions with minimal oversight. Works with moderate supervision.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Line: None

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• College degree and/or equivalent experience
• Manufacturing Experience a plus
• Self-starter capable of working with minimum supervision.
• Extremely thorough organizational and planning skills.
• Strong knowledge of customer service and establishing contacts.
• Ability to handle numerous projects at one time.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop close professional relationships
• Ability to research and review technical drawings and documents.
• Very strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Some ERP experience (SAP experience a plus)
• Ability to [learn to] read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Ability to work independently and handle high volume email traffic
• *This is not a call center position

LANGUAGE ABILITY:

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, engineering drawings, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write effective correspondence. Ability to effectively transfer information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, vendors, and other employees of the organization.

EFFORT & WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions can include production/fabrication facilities, paper mills, and offices.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Sales Design Engineer – CEA (Controlled Environment Agriculture)

Role Overview

The Sales Design Engineer for CEA plays a critical role at the intersection of sales, engineering, and customer solutions. This position supports the sales process by translating customer needs into technically sound, well-designed CEA systems, while helping ensure feasibility, accuracy, and alignment between sales commitments and execution.

This role partners closely with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to develop conceptual designs, validate system requirements, and support proposals for CEA projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the sales team by developing conceptual and preliminary CEA system designs based on customer requirements
• Translate customer goals into technical layouts, system concepts, and solution narratives
• Assist with technical scoping, system feasibility, and early-stage design considerations during the sales process
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure designs align with engineering standards, cost assumptions, and operational capabilities
• Provide technical input for proposals, presentations, and sales documentation
• Participate in customer discussions as a technical resource when appropriate
• Identify risks, constraints, or design considerations early in the sales cycle to support accurate selling

Training & Development

This role will receive hands-on training and mentorship from senior leadership and subject-matter experts within the organization. The individual will learn directly from seasoned leaders with deep technical and operational expertise, providing a unique opportunity to be trained by the best of the best during onboarding, our President!

Qualifications (Initial)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required
• Background in engineering, design, or a technical discipline (or equivalent practical experience)
• Experience with CEA systems, greenhouse design, or related agricultural or industrial systems required
• AutoCAD or Visio experience
• Knowledge of Project Management processes
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences
• Strong collaboration skills and comfort working cross-functionally
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to think both conceptually and systemically

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Sales opportunities are supported with clear, credible technical designs
• Fewer disconnects between what is sold and what is built
• Strong collaboration and trust between Sales, Engineering, and Operations
• Customers feel confident in the technical solution being proposed