Project Engineer

Why choose us?

Our founding company was built more than 50 years ago and has a legacy of welcoming new employees with our commitment to providing the best place to work by offering flexibility for you to do your best work, financial security, and premier health and wellness programs for you and your family while enjoying an adventurous and dynamic culture.

What does STG Inc do?

STG, Inc. is building more than infrastructure, we’re building your future. We believe that continuous learning is the foundation for our success. Our career growth programs create learning opportunities for all experience levels—from interns just entering the workforce to experienced pros. Together, we’ll help you learn new skills, reach your professional goals, and drive your career forward.

All our work is guided by our mission to support the sustainable development of rural Alaska through delivering superior construction services and management by providing the highest levels of professionalism, innovation, safety standards, and quality craftsmanship giving you a meaningful career.

We have professional project management and logistics staff as well as highly skilled field personnel capable of performing all aspects of our projects. Our team plans, conducts all logistics, executes, and manages heavy industry construction projects across the state, supporting development in some of the most environmentally and logistically complex locations in the world. Some of our notable work, including wind energy installation, communication tower installation, diesel generation upgrades and community bulk fuel system upgrades have provided even the most remote communities with essential services.

What can you expect?

As the Project Engineer, you will be based out of the main office in Anchorage, AK but will travel to field jobsites to implement project delivery systems while performing general construction duties as part of the STG construction crew in extreme Alaskan conditions. You will be responsible for aiding the project management team in the overall planning, management, coordination, and closeout of construction projects. You might be expected to be responsible for small scale (generally less than one million dollars), short-term (generally lasting 6–18 months) construction projects throughout Alaska.  Your primary duties include not only all project coordination aspects but ensuring project implementation is skillfully executed and completed on time, efficiently, safely, within budget, and in accordance with contract documents, design drawings, specifications, and client goals.   assist other Project Managers with project tasks and/or coordination.

How will you do it?

• Coordinate all aspects of assigned projects including estimating, bidding, reporting, client interface, timeline, and day-to-day oversight; specifically:
  • Develop proposals, cost estimates, and bids.
  • Manage the submittal and approval process; prepare change requests.  Monitor/review plans, reports, permits, requests for information, and design change/variance requests.
  • Procure and schedule necessary materials and resources such as equipment, team members, and subcontractors.
• Determine labor requirements.
• Determine the best source of construction materials.
• Oversee / coordinate the delivery of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure project resources are used efficiently and effectively.
• Ensure accuracy of project team analysis of project drawings, specifications, project schedule, environmental requirements, and quality expectations.
• Communicate with and advise field crews on project technical questions and project DCVRs, RFIs, and any project changes that affect the work.
• Track time and expenses to project budget.
• Prepare periodic progress reports outlining materials used, costs, and work schedule adjustments.
• Oversee documentation and retention of information related to project start-up, commissioning, contracts, completion reports, as-built documentation, and project close out.
• Oversee progress at work sites; may require overnight stays up to multiple weeks at a time.
• Ensure job required reporting is received and thorough to include safety reports, daily updates, photographs, timecards, etc.
• Perform physical labor that requires considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials at jobsites.
• Ensure that projects are executed safely according to contract specifications; specifically: 
  • Actively support STG’s Health and Safety Program. 
  • Stay apprised of on-site compliance and safety audits; suspend or modify work practices as necessary.
• Work as a “team-player” with co-workers in a respectful and supportive manner.
• Assist Project Managers with other related project tasks.
• Seek and participate in development and training opportunities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities; however, it does have oversight of the work of project support staff and laborers assigned to their projects.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Technical knowledge of various field construction concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of construction, architecture, and building industry standard operating practices/procedures.
• Knowledge of procurement rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of basic revenue models, project ledger, and cost-to-completion projections.
• Skill in organizing resources, establishing priorities, meeting deadlines and general time management.
• Effective professional communication and interpersonal skills regarding:
  • Internal and external written, graphical, and verbal communications.
  • Presentations.
  • Negotiation.
  • Working with other departments and personnel to accomplish STG’s objectives.
• Excellent analytical and forecasting skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and explain to others construction plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Ability to use a computer with standard business applications, and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and Outlook. 
• Ability to prepare accurate budgets and cost estimates.
• Ability to create, read, and understand complex contract documents.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations, detect unobvious facts and issues, and exercise resourcefulness in resolving problems.
• Strong self-motivation and work ethic; ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with field crews, customers and organizations; exceptional follow-up skills. 
• Ability to work productively under pressure.
• Ability to actively listen and provide high quality customer service.
• Ability to do business ethically with customers, vendors, and co-workers. 
• Ability to comply with and enforce standard policies and procedures.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to travel for work-related purposes (up to 30% of the time).

Who is STG Inc. looking for?

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) or more years of Engineering or Construction related project experience.
• Work related experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and project management software. 
• Valid state driver’s license and be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of STG’s Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass a drug, driving record, and background screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction preferred but may be substituted on a year for year basis for related project experience.
• Prior experience in Alaska’s rural construction industry is preferred.
• Familiarity with HCCS “HeavyBid” software preferred.
• Knowledge of remote Alaska logistics and construction practices is strongly preferred.

More reasons you will love working with STG Inc.:

• Competitive wages and bonus programs – We believe in developing our employees to progressively advance in their careers.  We achieve this by providing you with annual performance reviews with recommendations on training to achieve your goals.
• Mentorship Program designed for employees to formalize a working relationship between seasoned professionals and young professionals to develop specific areas of knowledge to grow their careers within the family of companies.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums.
• FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D, LTD.
• Voluntary paid Life Insurance and AD&D as well as STD, Accident, Cancer/Critical illness, and Whole Life Insurance.
• Paid Sick Leave as outlined in the company handbook. 
• Paid time off (based on an employee having 2080 paid regular hours per year (40 hours per week). May increase per years of service in eligible status.)
• 0-2 years 15 days
• 3-5 years 23 days
• 6-9 years 27 days
• 10-14 years 30 days
• 15-19 years 33 days
• 20 or more years 37.5 days
• 10 Regular Holidays, 1 Bonus – Work Anniversary “Floating” Holiday. Eligible after 1 year of service, must be taken within the calendar year.
• 401(K) match at $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of your contribution.

*Benefits may vary based on status of position and subject to associated plan eligibility provisions, or company handbook. For questions, please email the Human Resources Department at hr@calistabrice.com . 

How do you apply?

Please visit our careers page at www.calistabrice.com and select STG Inc under the company tab.

You have questions, or need assistance with applicant accommodation, how do you reach a recruiter from STG Inc?  Simply reach out to recruitment@calistabrice.com  

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Join us and let’s get started!

For the full job description including physical and environmental demands please reach out to recruitment@calistabrice.com

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Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
 
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