Engineer/Architect 1/2 Flex (Central Region Construction Project Manager PCN 250795)

Salary: $3,870.40 - $4,133.60 Biweekly
Location : Anchorage, AK
Job Type: Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 54405
Department: Transportation and Public Facilities
Division: CRD-Construction
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: 10/14/2026 5:00 PM Alaska
Division: Central Region Construction & CIP Support
Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit: Supervisory
Range: 22 / 23

Job Description
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 1/2 Flex (Central Region Construction Project Manager) to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

Base Salary Information:

Engineer/Architect 1: $3,870.40 biweekly (OT Ineligible)

Engineer/Architect 2: $4,133.60 biweekly (OT Ineligible)
What you will be doing:
As a Construction Project Manager, you'll manage approximately 8-10 concurrent public works construction projects from pre-bid through final acceptance and records review. Projects range from approximately $500,000 to more than $50 million and include airport and highway infrastructure improvements throughout Alaska.

Depending on your level, you will work under the guidance of senior staff or independently manage projects of increasing complexity.

In this role, you will:

• Lead construction projects from contract award through project closeout.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, Project Engineers, inspectors, utility companies, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to Project Engineers, Engineering Assistants, inspectors, and consultant staff.
• Review and negotiate change orders, contract modifications, claims, and dispute resolutions.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and contract compliance to ensure successful project delivery.
• Ensure construction activities comply with contract plans, specifications, State and Federal requirements, and applicable permitting conditions.
• Support procurement activities, consultant selection processes, and Professional Service Agreement development.
• Participate in project partnering efforts and foster collaborative relationships among project stakeholders.
• Conduct site visits and travel to project locations throughout Alaska, including remote communities accessed by small aircraft.
• Serve as a resource for project staff and provide guidance during critical construction operations, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Travel to remote locations with limited services, including travel by small aircraft.
• Provide guidance and support during critical construction activities outside normal business hours when necessary.

Our organization, mission, and culture:
The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities is committed to "Keeping Alaska Moving" by providing safe, reliable transportation infrastructure that connects communities across our state. As a Construction Project Manager, you will help deliver airport and highway projects that support public safety, economic development, and essential transportation services throughout Alaska. Working alongside engineers, maintenance staff, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders, you will contribute to a mission-driven organization that values excellence, integrity, teamwork, and public service.

The benefits of joining our team:
Working in our Construction Section provides a unique opportunity to manage complex airport and highway projects that have a direct and lasting impact on Alaska's transportation system. Team members gain hands-on experience in construction management, leadership, contract administration, and project delivery while working alongside experienced engineers and construction professionals. The variety and scale of our projects create excellent opportunities for professional growth, expanded responsibilities, and career advancement within DOT&PF. In addition to meaningful public service, employees enjoy a competitive salary, overtime eligibility, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, paid leave, and paid holidays. Flexible work schedules may be available depending on project assignments and operational needs.

The working environment you can expect:
This position is based at the Central Region Headquarters located at 4111 Aviation Avenue in Anchorage, Alaska, adjacent to Lake Hood Seaplane Base. While much of the work is performed in a collaborative office setting, the position also includes travel to active construction projects throughout Alaska, offering opportunities to visit both urban and remote communities across the state.

Who we are looking for:
To be successful in this position, the selected candidate 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 impacts.
• 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:

• A Professional Engineering (P.E.) or Architect license is required for this position.
• A valid driver's license is required for this position.
• Frequent travel within the state is required for this position.

To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link:
Minimum Qualifications

ENGINEER / ARCHITECT 1
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect.

Note: Positions in this class require professional registration as either an Engineer or an Architect. The employer will designate which professional field is required for each position.

Special 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.
ENGINEER / ARCHITECT 2
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect, and one year of professional experience as an Engineer/Architect 1 or Engineering Associate with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent.

Special 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 ONLYPlease be sure to check our 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 transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

Contact Information
For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following:

Name: Talisa Rodrigues, P.E., Construction Project Manager
Phone: (907) 269-0466
Email:
OR

Name: Teodore Odena, Central Region Recruitment Coordinator
Phone: (907) 269-0630
Email:
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement Syste