Arctic Field Project Manager – Budgets & Logistics

Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee cradle-to-grave support for Arctic research initiatives in Utqiaġvik, Alaska, coordinating scope, schedule, and budgets. The role includes budgeting for NSF and non-NSF projects, preparing planning documents, and collaborating with researchers, vendors, and community partners.

The ideal candidate will have strong budgeting and procurement skills, exceptional organizational abilities, and the capacity to manage field

Qualifications

• BS/BA from an accredited college or university.
• Experience with project billing, invoicing, and budget tracking.
• Advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, clients, vendors, and project stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and completing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in budgets, project documentation, procurement activities, reports, and communications.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and organizational needs.
• Receives and responds to instructions/assignments, must be able to read, write and speak English
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, researchers, subcontractors, and community partners.
• Must Possess valid state Driver’s License.
• Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
• Must pass criminal background check for security clearance.
• Must live in Alaska.
• Project management experience coordinating complex field logistics in remote/extreme environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage Arctic-based research projects from planning through closeout.
• Develop and track budgets for proposed and approved NSF and non-NSF projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered within approved scope, cost, and schedule, including timely reporting and change management.
• Draft statements of work and requisitions; serve as the contracting officer’s technical representative for field operations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate planning documents, including project summaries and season plans.
• Coordinate with internal teams, researchers, vendors, and community partners to ensure sufficient inventory and services for field support.
• Lead project closeouts and conduct end-of-season debriefs.
• Liaise with local communities and agencies to align on project support.
• Review research proposals and provide technical and logistical feedback.
• Respond promptly and accurately to inquiries and support requests.
• Collaborate with the UIC Science Operations team on field planning and execution.
• Support the operations team during the field season, including troubleshooting and change management.
• Provide backup project management support to other team members as needed.
• Participate in regional team meetings and contribute to collaborative planning.

Skills

Budget management

Invoicing & billing

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Field logistics

Procurement coordination

Contracting support

Reading/writing in English

Risk management

Education

BS/BA

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee cradle-to-grave support for Arctic research initiatives in Utqiaġvik, Alaska, coordinating scope, schedule, and budgets. The role includes budgeting for NSF and non-NSF projects, preparing planning documents, and collaborating with researchers, vendors, and community partners.

The ideal candidate will have strong budgeting and procurement skills, exceptional organizational abilities, and the capacity to manage field