Posting number: 54288
Department: Transportation and Public Facilities
Division: CRD-Construction
Job classification: Engineer/Architect 3
Posting type: Open
Categories: Engineering, Transportation, Architecture
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
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:
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:
Special Note:
To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
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.
At time of application, applicants are required to submit:
At time of interview, applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):
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 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.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following:
Name: Jason Lamoreaux, P.E., Construction Group Chief
Phone (907) 269-0664
Email: jason.lamoreaux@alaska.gov
OR
Name: Teodore Odena, Central Region Recruitment Coordinator
Phone (907) 269-0630
Email: teodore.odena@alaska.gov
The State of Alaska is a public sector employer taking care of a variety of needs across the great state. As an employer the State of Alaska opens up opportunities for employees to live and work in a place unlike any other.
