Engineer/Architect 3 (Central Region Senior Construction Project Manager )

Job Description

ATTENTION: Salary Schedules have been updated as of 7/1/2026. The salary for this position has been updated to reflect this change.

RECRUITMENT EXTENSION NOTICE

The

recruitment period for this vacancy has been extended to allow for a larger

applicant pool. If you have already applied there is no need to reapply

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Central Region Construction & CIP Support, is looking for an Engineer/Architect 3 (Central Region Senior Construction Project Manager) to help us

Keep Alaska Moving!

What you will be doing:

This Engineer/Architect 3 "Construction Project Manager" position directly manages approximately 10 to 15 concurrent public works construction projects from pre-bid through final records review. Projects are administered through individual on-site Project Engineers, consultants and their subordinate staff. These projects range in size from half-million dollars to over 50 million dollars, and are varied by scope and complexity, have many technical and nontechnical activities to be coordinated, a limited budget to be maintained and require a certain amount of public involvement. We are seeking applicants with the following previous experience and demonstrated strengths:

Experience with airport and highway construction projects;

Knowledge of procurement laws and regulations (familiarity with State of Alaska laws and regulations is preferred);

Recent experience resolving contract disputes, negotiating change orders, and settling claims;

Experience with airport and highway contracts as well as experience selecting consultants and developing Professional Service Agreements;

Knowledge of Alaska airport and highway standard construction specifications, Alaska Construction Manual, Local Codes, American Disabilities Act (ADA) laws and the environmental regulations that deal with National Pollution Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) permits, and the preparation and implementation of subsequent Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP);

Willing to travel to remote locations with limited services in small airplanes;

Experience managing and directing department and consultant staff;

Experience in applying "Partnering" principles and alternative contract dispute resolution and methodologies;

Knowledge of Arctic and sub-arctic engineering design and construction practices;

Available to be on call as needed to provide guidance to construction project staff during evening and weekend hours; and

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The DOT&PF mission is to "Keep Alaska Moving" and your role in this position is directly tied to the most critical aspects of the mission. Alaska's highways and airports are important resources that meet basic transportation needs and are critical to health and safety. They play a vital role in supporting our economy by serving communities throughout the state as well as the oil, gas, timber, commercial fishing, tourist, and other industries. You will collaborate with multiple functional groups within the department, coordinate with staff from multiple areas of expertise, and assist with public and agency meetings to successfully construct capital improvement projects in Central Region, thereby delivering the department's mission. This department is mission-focused with an organizational atmosphere that promotes excellence, integrity, teamwork, and public service.

The benefits of joining our team:

Working in our Construction section provides a direct hands-on experience with construction and engineering practices. This allows you to broaden your engineering knowledge while advancing your career and serving the needs of the public. The position provides for professional advancement within the Department, health benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and competitive salary.  The position has paid holidays annually, personal leave accrual, 2 retirement plans, and other optional benefits.

The working environment you can expect:

This position can be either located in Anchorage or Wasilla depending on the applicants preference. The successful incumbent will supervise multiple Project Engineers, develop and oversee consultant contracts, and manage scope, schedule and budget for Federal and State civil construction projects. This job may also require you to travel to remote sites, by small airplane, boat and motor vehicle.

Who we are looking for:

To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

Civil Engineering

: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain facilities such as buildings, transportation systems, water and sanitary systems, and other public works systems.

Decision Making

: Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.

Partnering

: Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.

Conflict Management

: Manages and resolves conflicts, grievances, confrontations, or disagreements in a constructive manner to minimize negative personal impact.

Accountability

: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.

Special Note:

Professional Engineering (P.E.) or Architect license is required.

A valid Driver's License is required for this position.

Required frequent travel within the state.

To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Minimum Qualifications

Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect, and three years of professional engineering or architectural experience (Engineer/Architect series), or the equivalent.

Special Note:

Note: Persons not registered in the State of Alaska must be registered in a state recognized by the State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors eligible for comity in accordance with AS 08.48.191(b). Persons employed under this provision must become registered in Alaska within one year of hire and sign an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment.

Additional Required Information

At time of application, applicants are required to submit:

Cover letter (see instructions below)

At time of interview, applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):

Copy of your Professional Engineering (P.E.) License Number (only if licensed outside the State of Alaska).

Three (3) professional references, including name, job title, and current phone numbers.

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

Please be sure to check our

residency definition

to determine if you qualify.

COVER LETTER

A cover letter is required as part of your application.  In your cover letter, please describe how you possess the position specific competencies listed in the

"

Who We Are Looking For”

section and how your skills will be of particular benefit to the position. We request your cover letter be no more than two to three paragraphs and limited to one page.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the tra