Project Engineer – Heavy Civil Construction & Planning

Colaska Inc.; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Colaska Inc. in Alaska seeks a project engineer to assist the project superintendent on heavy civil construction projects, including planning, scheduling, cost control, procurement, and safety tasks. This role requires detail, self-motivation, and strong problem-solving skills.

Travel to remote Southeast Alaska sites and weekend work may be required; typical peak season hours can exceed 60 per week. Join a team focused on safety, environmental stewardship, and delivering infrastructure projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of progressively proven ability in the construction industry.
• Experience with Alaska Department of Transportation or Western Federal Lands preferred.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist the project superintendent with project operations, procurement, schedules, and cost management.
• Prepare project submittals in accordance with project specification requirements including coordination of subcontractor submittals.
• Collaborate with the project team to track project quantities, develop pay estimates, create cash forecast, and anticipated construction margins.
• Promote and ensure a culture of safe work practices per Colaska's policies and goal zero principles.
• Develop direct reports such as interns or other administrative staff.
• Travel and work at remote sites within Southeast Alaska communities may be required.
• Must be able to work Saturdays and Sundays; weekly hours can exceed 60 during busy season.

Skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

MS Office

Primavera P6

JDE

HCSS Heavy Job

Trimble Business Center

HCSS Heavy Bid

Reading plans

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Office

JDE

Trimble Business Center

HCSS Heavy Job

HCSS Heavy Bid

Job description

Colaska Inc. in Alaska seeks a project engineer to assist the project superintendent on heavy civil construction projects, including planning, scheduling, cost control, procurement, and safety tasks. This role requires detail, self-motivation, and strong problem-solving skills.

Travel to remote Southeast Alaska sites and weekend work may be required; typical peak season hours can exceed 60 per week. Join a team focused on safety, environmental stewardship, and delivering infrastructure projects