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Senior Project Civil Engineer - Surface Transportation

Posted: 01/29/2026

BRING YOUR DOG TO WORK!
Senior Project Civil Engineer – Surface Transportation
Anchorage, AK (Opportunities may also be available in Wasilla, Fairbanks or Juneau)
$135,000+ DOE and Great Benefits!
 
Make an Impact Across Alaska!
 
Are you ready to take on a dynamic role where you’ll serve diverse industries and customers across Alaska? If you have a passion for geotechnical, geological, and environmental services, this is your chance to make a real impact!
 
In this role, every day brings new challenges and opportunities. You’ll thrive in an interdisciplinary environment, splitting your time between the field and the office. Beyond technical work, you’ll have the chance to engage with the community, represent our client in professional organizations, and contribute to meaningful projects that shape Alaska’s future.
 
Our client is looking for a Senior (Utilities, Surface Transportation, or Site Development) Project Civil Engineer to lead site projects and collaborate directly with stakeholders.
 
If you're a motivated professional who enjoys taking the technical lead and driving projects forward, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Join a company with a fantastic culture, a strong community focus, and exciting, impactful work—this is the place to be!
 
Day to Day

Day to Day, this role is responsible for oversight of project design work, applying theories, principles, and practices of highway engineering, and preparing studies, plans, specifications, and estimates for the design of highways, streets, and other related facilities. The Senior Project Civil Engineer is also responsible for managing the productivity of technical staff, including training employees, assigning work tasks, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Additionally, they are responsible for supervising project engineers, staff engineers, technicians, and interns, coordinating deliverables with other disciplines to meet client schedules, and participating in project management, marketing, recruiting, and project, client, and public meetings. 

Qualifications
  • B.S. in Civil Engineering and 15 or more years of experience in civil design work, with emphasis in highway and street design. 
  • Experience in traffic engineering, developing utility agreements and hydrology. 
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and basic skills in Microsoft Project, Word and Excel. 
  • Strong interpersonal abilities for working in a dynamic team environment and strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Applicants must have an Alaska PE or be able to obtain by reciprocity within six months of hire
Bonus points if you also have:
  • Experience writing engineering reports, water and sewer system layout and design, or hydraulic modeling and permitting. 
The Perks!
  • Medical Insurance (zero deductible), Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Life and Long-term Disability Insurance, and an EAP
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Annual bonuses and profit-sharing 
  • Supplemental insurance
  • Employee-owned
  • Opportunity for growth and mentorship
  • Succession planning is key in this role as a Senior PCE!
  • Beautifully equipped state-of-the-art gym on-site and a vibrant family friendly work environment 
  • Many places say "work hard, play hard" - these guys LIVE it!
     
Conditions of Employment
Valid State of Alaska Professional Engineering License or ability to obtain by reciprocity within six months of hire
 
We appreciate your interest in this position and thank all applicants for their submissions. Our team will be in touch with the next steps!
 
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