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We are hiring: Assistant Professor – Construction Management / Advanced Building Technology

September 28, 2026October 2, 2026 by Alexander Schreyer Comment Closed

The following position is now available in BCT: Title: Assistant Professor - Construction Management / Advanced Building Technology Executive Area: Academic Affairs College/School/MBU: College of Natural Sciences Department: Environmental Conservation Work Location: Amherst Schedule: Full Time Work Arrangement: Onsite Job Summary The Building and Construction Technology (BCT) program in the Department of Environmental Conservation (ECO) at UMass Amherst (https://www.umass.edu/bct/) seeks applications for a full-time (9-month academic-year) tenure-track appointment as Assistant Professor in Construction Management with an appointment breakdown of 40% research, 40% teaching, and 20% service. We are seeking talented applicants qualified for an assistant professor position. Under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at other ranks may receive consideration. The earliest start date is September 1, 2027. The position emphasizes rigorous research approaches and active learning strategies. Candidates must care deeply about educating about the sustainable built environment and be a teacher, mentor, and scientist whose broad interests support pedagogies that help students analyze and solve complex problems in the built environment and in a global context. Essential Functions Candidates with backgrounds and research experience...

Fall 2026 BCT Lecture Series Announced

September 10, 2026September 10, 2026 by Toby Barnes Comment Closed

The series begins on September 21 with Edward Godek, Director of Marketing at Rex Lumber Company, presenting From UMass to the Hardwood Industry: Markets, Materials, and a 30-Year Journey. Drawing on three decades of experience, Godek will discuss the evolution of hardwood markets and the role of wood products in today's industry. On October 19, Charles D. Myers, Vice President of Construction at HYM Investment Group, will present Construction Management: The Ultimate Team Sport, highlighting the collaborative nature of managing large-scale construction projects. The November 2 lecture will feature Tolya Stonorov, author and professor of architecture at Norwich University, who will explore Design Build: A Framework for Material Craft & Community Engagement. Her presentation will examine how design-build approaches can strengthen connections between construction, craftsmanship, and community impact. The series concludes on November 23 with Ted Mendoza, Capital Project Manager at the University of Massachusetts, presenting Decarbonizing UMass: A Facilities-Based Perspective. Mendoza will discuss campus efforts to address sustainability and reduce carbon emissions through facilities planning and...

Congratulations to BCT’s Class of 2026!

June 2, 2026June 2, 2026 by Alexander Schreyer Comment Closed

Congratulations to our newly minted Building and Construction Technology graduates in the #UMassAmherst #ClassOf2026! Graduates of the Building and Construction Technology (BCT) program at UMass Amherst have demonstrated exceptional resilience, creativity, and a strong commitment to advancing sustainable and innovative practices in the built environment. Through rigorous academic work and hands-on field experience, this year’s graduates are well prepared to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving industry. The department takes great pride in their accomplishments and looks forward to the meaningful contributions they will make as professionals, leaders, and agents of change. Congratulations to the Class of 2026, and welcome to a growing and dynamic network of BCT alumni. For more images and a full class listing, visit the page linked below. We also have more images and videos posted on Facebook. https://www.umass.edu/bct/for-students/bct-alumni/graduating-class/bct-class-of-2026/...

2026 BCT Awards and Scholarships Announced

May 13, 2026May 13, 2026 by Alexander Schreyer Comment Closed

The annual Environmental Conservation awards picnic is traditionally where we honor the current year’s group of BCT award and scholarship recipients. This is always an exciting part of the academic year because we can shine a light on outstanding student achievements and provide scholarship support for our well-deserving students. The complete list of the 2025-26 award and scholarship winners is shown below the image and more pictures from the event can be found at the end of this post and here. Congratulations to all the recipients!!! We are tremendously proud of you all!!! 2025-26 Award Recipients BCT Outstanding Senior Award Brennan Ibbitson Associated General Contractors of Western Massachusetts: Building and Construction Technology Endowment Ana Guaman, Cadighan Gladu Building and Construction Technology Alumni Scholarship for Academic Merit Lucas Oles Building and Construction Technology Alumni Scholarship for Leadership Brennan Ibbitson Harry L. Folsom Award from the Donald B. Hyde Memorial Scholarship Fund D'jackyna Celestin Harry and Virginia Braconier Scholarship Tom Peti Henry E. Zottoli Memorial Scholarship TJ Michel, John Bowler Gallery...

Enroll Now in Our Summer 2026 Online Courses

April 6, 2026April 4, 2026 by Alexander Schreyer Comment Closed

Our BCT Summer 2026 online courses are now available on UMass University+. These are open to you whether you are a matriculated student or not and can provide valuable skills as well as credits towards your major or minor. Want to complete a BCT Minor? You can use these courses for that. Available Courses: Energy Efficient Housing (BCT 211) Energy conservation in contemporary residential construction. Emphasis on: energy efficient building materials, products and construction technology; alternative energy sources; passive solar design; environmental concerns, regulatory issues and building codes. Construction Estimating (BCT 314) Any successful building construction project relies on accurate and consistent cost estimates. This course provides students with the skills and background to perform construction estimating, bidding, and cost management. Lectures will cover quantity take-off from construction documents and estimate costs for material, labor, equipment, overhead, and profit. Students are required to prepare and submit a formal bid which details an estimate for a building construction project. Furthermore, students will also be introduced to leading construction estimating software utilized in...