Project Engineer - Juneau, AK

About the Company

Secon, a company within Colaska Inc. (a Colas USA subsidiary), operates throughout Alaska with its main office in Juneau and satellite offices in Sitka and Ketchikan. Secon specializes in providing construction materials and executing projects ranging from highways and airports to rural roads and mining developments. The Colas USA Family of Companies offers competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training. We uphold high standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct while fostering innovation and vertical integration.

About the Role

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 detail-oriented, self-motivated, and possess strong problem-solving skills to ensure project and organizational success.

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 forecasts, and anticipate 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.
• Work Saturdays and Sundays; typical weekly work hours during busy season can meet or exceed 60 hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to multitask.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Office, JDE, HCSS Heavy Job; preferred abilities in Trimble Business Center and HCSS Heavy Bid.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret plans, specifications, policies, guidelines, and regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and present information to large groups.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of progressively proven experience in the construction industry.
• Experience with Alaska Department of Transportation or Western Federal Lands preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• MSHA certification.
• OSHA 10-hour certification.

Physical Requirements

• Must pass a drug screening and a Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
• Exert force of 20-50 pounds occasionally, 10-25 pounds frequently, or 10 pounds constantly.

Schedule

• Work Saturdays and Sundays.
• Typical weekly work hours during busy season can meet or exceed 60 hours.
• Travel and work at remote sites within Southeast Alaska communities may be required.