Project Engineer - Juneau, AK

COLASKA INC; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Colas Inc. (Secon within Colaska Inc.) is seeking a Project Engineer in Juneau, Alaska to support heavy civil construction projects. You will assist the project superintendent with operations, procurement, and cost control while coordinating submittals and subcontractors.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills, self-motivation, and the ability to travel to remote Southeast Alaska sites. A bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering plus 2 years of experience is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related preferred
• Minimum 2 years of proven construction industry experience
• Experience with Alaska DOT or Western Federal Lands preferred
• Proficient with Primavera P6, MS Office, JDE; HCSS Heavy Job; Trimble Business Center; HCSS Heavy Bid preferred
• CPR/First aid preferred; MSHA/OSHA certifications desired

Responsibilities

• Assist the project superintendent with project operations, procurement, schedules, and cost management
• Prepare project submittals per project specifications and coordinate subcontractor submittals
• Collaborate with the project team to track quantities, develop pay estimates, cash forecast, and anticipated margins
• Promote a culture of safe work practices and develop direct reports such as interns or staff
• Travel to remote sites within Southeast Alaska; weekend work may be required

Skills

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Planning & scheduling

Team collaboration

Reading plans & specs

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Office

JDE

HCSS Heavy Job

Trimble Business Center

HCSS Heavy Bid

Job description

Secon is one of the companies within Colaska Inc., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the state of Alaska. Secon is based in Juneau, where the company provides construction materials commercially, with satellite offices in Sitka and Ketchikan. Secon constructs projects large and small; be it highways, airports, rural roads or mining developments. To learn more about the Colaska Family of Companies, visit www.colaska.com.

The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

Mission

This project engineer position assists the project superintendent on heavy civil construction projects by performing construction planning, scheduling, cost control, procurement, and safety related tasks. The successful candidate will be detailed, self-motivated, and have strong problem-solving skills. This role ensures the success of projects and the organization.

Main 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 in accordance with 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. Typical weekly work hours during busy season can meet or exceed 60 hours.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience & Qualifications

• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to multitask.
• Computer software knowledge of Primavera P6, MS Office, JDE, HCSS Heavy Job with preferred abilities in Trimble Business Center and HCSS Heavy Bid.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret plans, specifications, external and internal policies/guidelines/regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and effectively present information to large groups and interact with managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• 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.
• Driver’s License
• CPR/First aid certification preferred.
• MSHA certification.
• OSHA 10-hour certification.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to pass drug screening and a PAT (physical abilities test).
• Exert force of 20-50 pounds occasionally, 10-25 pounds frequently, or 10 pounds constantly.

Colas Inc. And Its Subsidiaries Are An Equal Opportunity Employer.

If You Are An Individual With a Disability And Require a Reasonable Accommodation To

• to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
• complete any part of the application process
• access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying

Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to [e-mail].