Engineer/Architect 3 (Central Region Senior Construction Project Manager PCN 250502)

State of Alaska•Anchorage or Wasilla, AK

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

Experience with airport and highway construction projects
Knowledge of procurement laws and regulations (familiarity with State of Alaska laws and regulations is preferred)
Recent experience resolving contract disputes, negotiating change orders, and settling claims
Experience with airport and highway contracts as well as experience selecting consultants and developing Professional Service Agreements
Knowledge of Alaska airport and highway standard construction specifications, Alaska Construction Manual, Local Codes, American Disabilities Act (ADA) laws and the environmental regulations that deal with National Pollution Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) permits, and the preparation and implementation of subsequent Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP)
Willing to travel to remote locations with limited services in small airplanes
Experience managing and directing department and consultant staff
Experience in applying "Partnering" principles and alternative contract dispute resolution and methodologies
Knowledge of Arctic and sub-arctic engineering design and construction practices
Available to be on call as needed to provide guidance to construction project staff during evening and weekend hours
Professional Engineering (P.E.) or Architect license is required.
A valid Driver's License is required for this position.
Required frequent travel within the state.
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect, and three years of professional engineering or architectural experience (Engineer/Architect series), or the equivalent.
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.
Cover letter is required.
Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with State of Alaska laws and regulations is preferred.

Responsibilities

Directly manages approximately 10 to 15 concurrent public works construction projects from pre-bid through final records review.
Administers projects through individual on-site Project Engineers, consultants and their subordinate staff.
Collaborates with multiple functional groups within the department.
Coordinates with staff from multiple areas of expertise.
Assists with public and agency meetings to successfully construct capital improvement projects in Central Region.
Supervises multiple Project Engineers.
Develops and oversees consultant contracts.
Manages scope, schedule and budget for Federal and State civil construction projects.