Project Engineer

Arctic Slope Regional Corporation; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Arctic Slope Regional Corporation’s ACHC subsidiary seeks a Project Engineer to lead day-to-day project operations, coordinating staff, contracts, and client interfaces on Alaska civil and vertical construction projects.

Responsibilities include planning with the Project Manager, interpreting plans, tracking progress and labor, managing subcontractors, and supporting budget and risk analyses to ensure safety, quality, and timely completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in construction field.
• Understanding of construction contracts and scheduling practices.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Project Manager to plan, execute, and monitor construction projects.
• Read and interpret plans, specifications, and related docs for buildings and sitework.
• Assist in managing field superintendent daily work plans, track progress and labor needs.
• Interface with owners/clients and facilitate team meetings.
• Visit jobsite for inspections and provide technical support as needed.
• Co-manage subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers; coordinate with Contracts.
• Draft change orders, submittals, and maintain document control.
• Support cost control, budgeting, and schedule updates (CPM).
• Assist with risk, proposals, and final project close-out activities.

Skills

Project management

Reading plans

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, architecture, or construction/project management

Equivalent experience in the construction industry

Tools

Vista Construction Software

Primavera P6

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

About

Join ASRC Construction Holding Company (ACHC), a family of construction companies delivering innovative solutions across Alaska. As a subsidiary of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC), ACHC combines the strength of one of Alaska's largest and most successful companies with the expertise and entrepreneurial spirit of its operating companies. Together, we build critical infrastructure, support economic growth, and create lasting value for our clients, communities, and shareholders.

At ACHC, we're more than builders, we're problem-solvers, innovators, and trusted partners. Our teams work on a diverse range of projects across civil and vertical construction. As we continue to grow, we're seeking talented individuals who are committed to safety, quality, teamwork, and delivering excellence in every project.

The Project Engineer serves as the project technical lead managing the day-to-day operations of assigned projects including management of staff, contracts, and clients.

Essential Responsibilities

• Coordinates with the Project Manager to plan and proactively manage constructions projects, to achieve quality, schedule, budget, and safety objectives.
• Able to read and interpret plans, specifications and any other documentation associated with constructing buildings and sitework
• Assists in managing field superintendent daily work plans, track jobsite progress, and labor requirements.
• Assists with owner/client interface.
• Efficiently facilitates team and client meetings, as required.
• Periodically visit the jobsite to inspect and provide technical support.
• Co-manage contracts for subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers and coordinates with the Contracts Department, as required.
• Assist with directing subcontractors, suppliers, architect/engineers.
• Review/approve project related material purchasing.
• Interface with Equipment Manager on internal/external equipment rentals.
• Assist project managers in disputes negotiation.
• Drafts serial letters to clients and subcontractors.
• Draft change order requests to owners.
• Manages document control process.
• Reviews project documents, conditions to develop multidiscipline material takeoffs, evaluation of labor requirements, subcontractor cost proposals and estimates.
• Conduct subcontractor quote comparison and coordinates with Contracts Department on award.
• Responsible for timely completion of all required project close-out documents per contract.
• Assist with estimate bid risk analysis.
• Assist with technical narratives and proposals.
• Assist with final estimate and proposal documents.
• Assists with enforcing quality control and quality assurance procedures.
• Accountable for preparing complete, accurate and timely submittal logs based on project drawings and specifications.
• Approves all material submittals prior to purchasing materials.
• Ensures construction safety rules and regulations are observed and safety documentation is complete and filed.
• Lead by example and support Zero-Incident culture.
• Review and update Site Specific Safety Plans.
• Draft Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
• Co-manage the cost control effort of the project through approving expenditures, labor reporting and materials receiving.
• Manages project budget with approval from the project manager and general manager.
• Analyzes project profitability.
• Actively manages construction CPM schedule and regular schedule updates.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, architecture, or construction/project management.
• Equivalent experience in the construction industry can be used in lieu of education.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred

• Five (5) years’ construction experience with project management exposure.
• Thorough understanding of construction contract requirements.
• Experience with Vista Construction Software.
• Experience with CPM scheduling using Primavera P6.
• USACE CQC training.
• USACE RMS training and experience.
• Possess strong computer skills, Proficient with all MS Office products, scheduling software (Primavera P6 and MS Project).
• State of Alaska CESCL Certification - Current

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability and willingness to abide by the company’s code of conduct, policies, and procedures.
• Comply, understand, and support the company’s safety culture to ensure a safe work environment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to draft routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively.
• Knowledge of building systems including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire alarm, with the ability to investigate
• Operations and Maintenance manuals to schedule routine maintenance and build an inventory of critical spares.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task to meet assigned deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Competency Requirement

ASRC values the competencies that enable individual and organizational success. The Company maintains an enterprise competency framework that outlines core and role‑specific expectations across levels. Competency requirements and definitions are reviewed periodically and may evolve to reflect business needs. Employees are expected to demonstrate the competencies applicable to their role as maintained by Human Resources and their business unit.

Physical Demands

The physical demands of the job require regular talking and hearing, frequent sitting, reaching, and using hands. Occasionally, the employee must stand, walk, climb, balance, and lift up to ten (10) pounds. Specific vision abilities include adjusting focus. Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment will be split between office environment and field environment. The noise level in the office environment is usually moderate.The noise level in the field environment can be loud and require an understanding of safety protocols and self-awareness working around heavy equipment and personnel.

Why ACHC is Different

Purpose-Driven Work: At ACHC, your work helps build the infrastructure that supports communities, industries, and economic development. From roads and utilities to commercial facilities and industrial projects, every project contributes to creating stronger and more sustainable communities.

Safety-First Culture: Safety is the foundation of everything we do. We are committed to protecting our employees, clients, and communities through rigorous safety standards, continuous training, and a culture of accountability.

Career Growth Opportunities

• Professional development and industry-specific training
• Mentorship from experienced construction and business leaders
• Opportunities for advancement across multiple construction disciplines and operating companies
• Exposure to diverse projects and markets throughout Alaska and the United States
• Industry Leadership & Stability:
• Backed by the strength and stability of ASRC, one of Alaska's largest and most successful companies
• Expertise spanning heavy civil, vertical construction, and specialty services
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects safely, efficiently, and successfully

Total Rewards

At ACHC, we believe exceptional people deserve exceptional benefits. Our comprehensive total rewards package reflects our commitment to your success, well-being, and financial security.

Financial Security

• Competitive salaries with performance-based opportunities
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions*

Health & Wellness:

• Comprehensive medical plan options through the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) Program*
• Dental and vision insurance options*
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families
• Supplemental insurance offerings including life insurance, disability coverage, AD&D, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal services, identity theft protection, and pet insurance*

Professional Development:

• Leadership development programs
• Technical and professional skills training
• Mentorship and career advancement opportunities

* Benefit eligibility varies by position, employment status, and work location. Specific benefits for this role will be discussed during the hiring process.

Drug Free Workplace

ASRC Construction is a drug free workplace and pre-employment drug testing is part of the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ASRC Construction and its family of companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, protected veteran status or any other legal protected status. EEO Poster

Legal and Ownership

ASRC Construction is the construction division of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation, an Inupiat-owned corporation created as a result of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.

ASRC's family of companies apply a shareholder preference in employment, to the maximum extent feasible, as authorized by law.

Accommodations

If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail].