Energy Modeling Consultant

The Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) directs the worldwide overseas building program for the Department of State. Working with other offices and bureaus, foreign affairs agencies, and Congress, OBO’s challenge is to set worldwide priorities for the design, construction, acquisition, maintenance, use, and sale of real properties and the use of sales proceeds.   The Department of State, Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations, Directorate of Program Development, Coordination, and Support (DOS/OBO/PDCS) is responsible for the design, coordination, and management of OBO’s construction and renovation programs.   The Office of Project Development and Coordination (OBO/PDCS/PDC) provides project management and project management support for projects from inception through completion. The projects that will be supported by this requirement are in U.S. facilities worldwide. These projects include studies, reports, renovations, repairs, and new construction. Budget estimates for these projects range from approximately $100,000 to $1,000,000,000.   Job Duties: Assist the Division Chief to ensure that assigned tasks and office operations are effectively coordinated and scheduled. Coordinates process, procedure, tracking, submission, and completion of contract actions. Works with established information management tools to gather data and status on initial project planning in conjunction with PDC division chiefs and staff; and executes reports reflecting the status of execution versus pre-established targets, management windows of upcoming activities, and the impact of contractual and other changes on budgeted cost and scheduled completion dates. Assists in evaluating the impact of existing and proposed programs on available resources and drafts recommendations for alternative courses of action. Assists in the preparation and publication of studies, reports, analytics, and plans, including responsibility for collecting, organizing, analyzing, and incorporating data for a wide-range of documents (e.g., Project Authorization Documents, Scopes of Work, Course of Action Memoranda, Requests for Contract Actions, and Project Development Packages, etc.) Provides necessary assistance to the Division Chief for meetings and conferences to include scheduling, taking, and distributing meeting minutes and following up on assigned actions, etc. Communicates with Division management officials and co-workers in both informal conversations and formal presentations and delivers briefings and presentations concerning administrative, clerical, and other non-technical matters. Prepares drafts of program analysis reports on the status of Division goals and objectives attainment; assists in analysis of current operating programs within the Division to evaluate their actual and potential effectiveness in meeting objectives; and prepares briefing materials for the Division Chief and other key staff on the results of these analytical studies. Assists in evaluating the impact of existing and proposed programs on available resources and drafts recommendations for alternative courses of action. Develops drafts of concepts for the implementation of selected planning activities, including suggested scope of the activity, operational and programmatic costs, and likely duration; and assists the Division Chief in obtaining clearance of these concepts with operational and management-level personnel in OBO and the Department to ensure that the proposed scope, schedule, and budget will meet the perceived needs and are realistic in terms of resources. Gathers and collects program data or information following routine search procedures; conducts research in Office and Division files and other files and databases to locate data and background information, as requested; and assembles and summarizes data, background information, and other materials from publications and other sources. Assists management officials and staff with routine travel queries and stays abreast of new department travel policies and procedures. Assists the Division Chief in coordinating and monitoring the implementation of planning activities to ensure accomplishments of objectives; helps in the identification of unresolved issues that arise during implementation; and checks back periodically to see that the implementation is proceeding as planned. Types and edits letters, memoranda, cables, reports, and other material as directed, using office automation software and equipment; and drafts some correspondence under appropriate supervision. Supports and audits project, contract, and office documents. Updates delegated tasks to ensure progress to deadlines. Management of administrative details, and other duties as assigned. Requirements Must be a U.S. citizen. Skilled in the use of basic and advanced features of the Microsoft Office suite, including Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other applications such as SharePoint, as well as other automated systems used by the Office, and the ability to learn and apply new software variations as they affect Office operations. Ability to extract detailed information from various sources, accurately capture that information in the appropriate system or document and monitor status of information to prepare reports for management use. Ability to review office administration processes, problems, and issues and provide recommendations based on findings. Skilled in oral and written communication which enable the contractor to ensure facts, ideas, and instructions in a succinct and organized manner to advise and otherwise interact with other Office members on staff actions, reports, tasks, office correspondence and the use of automated office equipment, and with managers and others external to the Office with whom business is conducted or operational requirements are discussed. Possess a mastery of basic concepts, principles, and practices of a Management Analyst that enables the incumbent to understand the wide range of State Department office duties. Exercise appropriate management controls over entrusted assets and operations in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. A bachelor’s degree and six (6) years of experience.

Hydraquip is looking for a candidate who wants to take the next step in their technical career to join our 100% employee owned company. Hydraquip is a fluid power distributor for over 40 world class brands of products as well as a provider of value-added solutions to customers including pump/motor assemblies, mobile valve assemblies, hose kits, repair, hydraulic power units and electrohydraulic solutions. With offices in Houston, Dallas, Memphis, Tulsa, Denver and Lafayette, Hydraquip has a broad footprint with many opportunities for growth within the company. Apply early for an opportunity to schedule a virtual interview with our team! We will be hosting these virtual interviews this fall. The Campus Ambassador Program provides college students to get exposure to a variety of departments at Hydraquip, presents to top leadership, and helps share information about their internship experience when returning to school the following semester. Through hands-on experience and meaningful projects, you will see what it’s like to work for our employee-owned company and visit our parent company, Employee Owned Holdings, Inc., headquarters in Houston to present your final projects to top leadership. Hydraquip’s rotational internship program consists of the following areas: Service & Repair: Hands-on experience with pump teardowns, conversions, and assemblies. Learn how hydraulic components function and use the test stand. Clean all parts using solvents and other chemicals as directed in a safe manner. Engineering: Work on assigned summer projects around warehouse efficiency, integrated system design, automation projects and/or cost reduction initiatives. Production Hands-on experience with conversions and custom assemblies for customers. Working with machining equipment to build custom components. Assist with tasks in the production facility as required. Inside Sales: Learn about company processes for quoting, managing orders & delivery. Communicate with customers via phone & email, and build relationships with vendors to gather necessary product information. Develop and employ a high level of product and application knowledge. Communicate with top customers via phone & email. Outside Sales: Shadow outside sales representatives for customer visits. Experience with customer applications as well as how field relationships are established and maintained. Shipping & Receiving: See how the warehouse runs firsthand while helping with inventory controls, order picking, packing, and shipping as well as familiarity with our products Requirements Education: Must be currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program Prefer GPA of 3.0 or higher. Prefer junior or senior but will consider other class levels. Knowledge and Skills: Ability to work independently and eager to take on responsibilities. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Strong organizational and time management skills. Analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual thinking skills. Strong work ethic. Excellent oral, written, and communication skills. Detail-oriented. Benefits We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and 401(k) plans with company match. A unique benefit Hydraquip offers as part of Employee Owned Holdings, Inc. is an employee stock ownership plan. What is an ESOP? ESOP is a special retirement program that allows employees to own stock in the company. When you join EOHI, you automatically begin investing in your future (without having to purchase shares). We are a high growth company committed to training our employee owners to develop their skills and advance in their careers. Studies also show that retirement account balances for ESOP companies are 2.5 times higher. ESOP companies grow 2.5 times faster than those companies without employee ownership. Research shows employee owned companies are superior in performance, employee benefits and employee morale because everyone is working towards a common goal.

Hydraquip is looking for a candidate who wants to take the next step in their technical career to join our 100% employee owned company. Hydraquip is a fluid power distributor for over 40 world class brands of products as well as a provider of value-added solutions to customers including pump/motor assemblies, mobile valve assemblies, hose kits, repair, hydraulic power units and electrohydraulic solutions. With offices in Houston, Dallas, Memphis, Tulsa, Denver and Lafayette, Hydraquip has a broad footprint with many opportunities for growth within the company. Apply early for an opportunity to schedule a virtual interview with our team! We will be hosting these virtual interviews this fall. The Campus Ambassador Program provides college students to get exposure to a variety of departments at Hydraquip, present to top leadership and help share information about your internship experience when returning to school the following semester. Through hands-on experience and meaningful projects, you will see what it’s like to work for our employee-owned company and visit our parent company, Employee Owned Holdings, Inc., headquarters in Houston to present your final projects to top leadership. Hydraquip’s rotational internship program consists of the following areas: Service & Repair: Hands-on experience with pump teardowns, conversions and assemblies. Learn how hydraulic components function and use of the test stand. Clean all parts using solvents and other chemicals as directed in a safe manner. Client Service Representative: Support outside sales in technical, pricing, and delivery aspects. Learn about company processes for quoting, managing orders & delivery. Develop and employ high level of product and application knowledge. Communicate with top customers via phone & email. Promote and effectively sell supplier products using established company best practices. Build relationships with vendors to gather necessary product information. Outside Sales: Shadow outside sales representatives for customer visits. Experience with customer applications as well as how field relationships are established and maintained. Shipping & Receiving: Order Picking, Packing, and Shipping. Stock Order Receiving. Physical Inventory Counts. Purchasing & Operations: Work with operations manager to assist with projects related to vendor management, ISO quality procedures and e-commerce development/maintenance. Requirements Education: Must be currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program Prefer GPA of 3.0 or higher. Prefer junior or senior but will consider other class levels. Knowledge and Skills: Ability to work independently and eager to take on responsibilities. Working knowledge of Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Strong organizational and time management skills. Analytical, problem-solving and conceptual thinking skills. Strong work ethic. Excellent oral, written and communication skills. Detail oriented. Benefits We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and 401(k) plans with company match. A unique benefit Hydraquip offers as part of Employee Owned Holdings, Inc. is an employee stock ownership plan. What is an ESOP? ESOP is a special retirement program that allows employees to own stock in the company. When you join EOHI, you automatically begin investing in your future (without having to purchase shares). We are a high growth company committed to training our employee owners to develop their skills and advance in their careers. Studies also show that retirement account balances for ESOP companies are 2.5 times higher. ESOP companies grow 2.5 times faster than those companies without employee ownership. Research shows employee owned companies are superior in performance, employee benefits and employee morale because everyone is working towards a common goal.

This opportunity is only for candidates currently residing in the specified country. Your location may affect eligibility and rates. Please submit your resume in English and indicate your level of English. At Mindrift, innovation meets opportunity. We believe in using the power of collective intelligence to ethically shape the future of AI. What we do The Mindrift platform connects specialists with AI projects from major tech innovators. Our mission is to unlock the potential of Generative AI by tapping into real-world expertise from across the globe. About the Role GenAI models are improving very quickly, and one of our goals is to make them capable of addressing specialized questions and achieving complex reasoning skills. If you join the platform as an AI Tutor in Physics, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate on these projects. Although every project is unique, you might typically: Generate prompts that challenge AI. Define comprehensive scoring criteria to evaluate the accuracy of the AI’s answers. Correct the model’s responses based on your domain-specific knowledge. How to get started Simply apply to this post, qualify, and get the chance to contribute to projects aligned with your skills, on your own schedule. From creating training prompts to refining model responses, you’ll help shape the future of AI while ensuring technology benefits everyone. Requirements You have a Master’s Degree or PhD in physics in relevant area is required. You have a 3 years of professional experience. Bachelor’s Degree could also be eligible if you have 6+ years of professional experience. Your level of English is advanced (C1) or above. You are ready to learn new methods, able to switch between tasks and topics quickly and sometimes work with challenging, complex guidelines. Our freelance role is fully remote so, you just need a laptop, internet connection, time available and enthusiasm to take on a challenge. Benefits Why this freelance opportunity might be a great fit for you? Get paid for your expertise, with rates that can go up to $55/hour depending on your skills, experience, and project needs. Take part in a part-time, remote, freelance project that fits around your primary professional or academic commitments. Work on advanced AI projects and gain valuable experience that enhances your portfolio. Influence how future AI models understand and communicate in your field of expertise.

This opportunity is only for candidates currently residing in the specified country. Your location may affect eligibility and rates. Please submit your resume in English and indicate your level of English. At Mindrift, innovation meets opportunity. We believe in using the power of collective intelligence to ethically shape the future of AI. What we do The Mindrift platform connects specialists with AI projects from major tech innovators. Our mission is to unlock the potential of Generative AI by tapping into real-world expertise from across the globe. About the Role GenAI models are improving very quickly, and one of our goals is to make them capable of addressing specialized questions and achieving complex reasoning skills. If you join the platform as an AI Tutor in Physics, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate on these projects. Although every project is unique, you might typically: Generate prompts that challenge AI. Define comprehensive scoring criteria to evaluate the accuracy of the AI’s answers. Correct the model’s responses based on your domain-specific knowledge. How to get started Simply apply to this post, qualify, and get the chance to contribute to projects aligned with your skills, on your own schedule. From creating training prompts to refining model responses, you’ll help shape the future of AI while ensuring technology benefits everyone. Requirements You have a Master’s Degree or PhD in physics in relevant area is required. You have a 3 years of professional experience. Bachelor’s Degree could also be eligible if you have 6+ years of professional experience. Your level of English is advanced (C1) or above. You are ready to learn new methods, able to switch between tasks and topics quickly and sometimes work with challenging, complex guidelines. Our freelance role is fully remote so, you just need a laptop, internet connection, time available and enthusiasm to take on a challenge. Benefits Why this freelance opportunity might be a great fit for you? Get paid for your expertise, with rates that can go up to $55/hour depending on your skills, experience, and project needs. Take part in a part-time, remote, freelance project that fits around your primary professional or academic commitments. Work on advanced AI projects and gain valuable experience that enhances your portfolio. Influence how future AI models understand and communicate in your field of expertise.

Living Room A home away from home where creatives celebrate music, art, design and culture.  We are a private membership club open to members and their guests only. The Role At Living Room, the barista experience goes beyond coffee — it’s about creating connection, energy, and warmth. Our baristas are storytellers, curators of craft, and friendly faces that make members and guests feel right at home. This role blends precision, creativity, and hospitality to deliver an unforgettable beverage experience. Craft & Service Excellence Prepare and serve coffee, tea, and specialty beverages with consistency and care. Maintain deep knowledge of brewing methods, espresso standards, milk texturing, and seasonal offerings. Ensure all drinks meet quality, presentation, and timing standards. Hospitality & Member Experience Greet members and guests with warmth, remembering names and preferences when possible. Provide thoughtful recommendations on menu items and pairings. Create a sense of ease and belonging in every interaction. Operations & Standards Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety standards at all workstations. This role will work closely with the Runner / Busser team and duties. Assist with inventory management, stocking, and waste reduction. Follow health, sanitation, and compliance guidelines at all times. Team & Culture Collaborate seamlessly with fellow baristas, kitchen, and service teams to ensure smooth operations. Contribute ideas for improving service flow, beverage offerings, and guest experiences. Embody the Living Room pillars: Human, Empathetic, Curious, Soulful, Honest. Requirements 1+ year working in F&B operation or eager to learn and passionate to deliver results  Prior experience as a barista or in a specialty coffee program preferred. Strong knowledge of coffee brewing methods, espresso equipment, and latte art a plus. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and composure. Flexible availability, including mornings, weekends, and holidays. Benefits Why Join 100% Healthcare coverage including Dental and Vision Wellness Benefits for a balanced lifestyle Competitive 401k match for your financial future Unlimited PTO for salaried members, because you deserve it Career Growth opportunities that empower you Leader in Development Program Learning & Development for your growth with us Immersive Trainings that nurture your talents Fun and Exciting Team Member Events that build bonds Free Team Member Meals to fuel your creativity Our Team Culture At Living Room, we are deeply passionate about our work and we believe that hospitality is a noble pursuit because it’s fundamentally human and an ideal worth chasing. We seek out those that share these beliefs as an inherent second nature and our team member culture is how we bring this idea to life. Our guiding pillars- Be Human, Be Curious, Be Empathetic, Be Soulful, and Be Honest demand that we embody these values in all that we do.