Entry Level Construction Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $63,394.50 - $110,331.00 Annually
Location : Juneau
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600923
Department: Engineering & Public Works
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 07/08/2026
Position Number: 152065
Bargaining Unit: Marine Engineers Beneficial Association
Pay Range: 15 / 17 / 19 / 21 (DOQ)
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Telework Availability: Not Available
Description
The recruitment period for this position has been extended. Previous applicants will be considered and need not reapply.
We are seeking a team-oriented professional with engineering and/or construction experience who enjoys fieldwork in beautiful Juneau, Alaska!
This position is a flex position which creates a career path to promote within the series upon demonstration of the ability to meet current performance standards and minimum qualifications for the next level. The level at which the selected applicant is appointed will be based on the applicant's qualifications and other job-related requirements.
Are you a motivated and organized person with architecture, engineering, and/or construction experience looking for a professional growth opportunity with the City and Borough of Juneau, Alaska? Do you like variety in the projects you work on? Do you have experience with facility capital projects and routine maintenance projects? Do you have experience with planning, initiating and managing projects from design through construction? If so, this Engineering/Architecture Project Manager position with the Architectural Division of the CBJ Engineering Department is for you.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
A team oriented, energetic, self-motivated individual with an engineering, architecture or construction background and a desire to learn. We are looking for the right candidate, with experience ranging from entry level to licensed. The applicant should have strong organizational and communication skills as well as an understanding of the complexities of planning, design and managing construction work. The position requires individuals to be comfortable with learning and working independently. The ideal applicant should have a background in building, designing and/or administering construction projects, facility construction, routine facility maintenance repairs, and / or architecture and engineering principles and practices. The ideal applicant has working knowledge of the construction industry, i.e., contractors and professional consultants; designing and building projects, solving disputes, and understanding how to represent the Owner's interests throughout the design and construction process to deliver a quality project on time, within scope, and within budget. We are willing to train the right candidate!
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
The Architectural Division is a tight knit team of a Chief Architect and five project managers. We work closely and collaboratively with the Engineering Division Chief Engineer and six project managers. We act as the Owner's representative for design and construction projects for CBJ's client departments. The applicant will work closely with client departments and specific individuals directly impacted by the improvement projects. In addition, the applicant will work closely with primarily local design and construction professionals to execute capital improvement projects accurately, efficiently and expediently. The engineering and architecture teams manage over $40 million of Capital Projects Annually. The applicant will oversee a diverse range of projects from small improvements valued under $100,000 to construction or replacement of new and existing infrastructure valued in excess of $2,000,000. While the work is executed independently, the applicant will find a strong support network from all the team members as we are committed to successful projects and willing to share our expertise to support the applicant's efforts to ensure success.
The Architectural Division is part of the Engineering & Public Works Department.
In this position you will receive a competitive salary package that includes the opportunity for regular pay increases, 13 paid holidays a year, an excellent health insurance program that includes medical, dental, vision and orthodontia care options, paid leave and retirement credit through PERS (Public Employees' Retirement System). CBJ now also offers deferred compensation match up to 50% for PERS Tier IV employees and six weeks paid parental leave for new parents.
We value the health and well-being of our employees. The CBJ provides free parking, paid time off for parent teacher conferences, the ability to participate in a robust wellness program that includes discounts to CBJ recreational centers and local fitness programs, free bi-annual health screenings, free flu shots, free classes, challenges, and webinars on healthy living to assist you with achieving work/life balance.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION
This position works (Monday through Friday) 8:00am - 4:30pm. Your office would be located in downtown Juneau in the Marine View Apartment Building on the 3rd Floor.
ABOUT JUNEAU - Alaska's Capital City:
Juneau is located in Southeast Alaska and the only "road" in is the Alaska Marine Highway. To learn more about our remote community, please visit: https://choosejuneau.org/
Typical Responsibilities
Under the direction and mentorship of the Chief Architect, this candidate will perform all aspects of project management from cradle to grave, ideally, independently while under the mentorship and close support of the Chief Architect.
The responsibilities for this position include:
Project Management: This position is responsible for the planning, design, construction and contract management for architecture/engineering projects of varying complexity and project value. Typical projects include all aspects/disciplines of: facility routine maintenance repairs; facility additions and construction; planning, programming and design development. The position is assigned basic to advanced level architecture/engineering project management (depending on experience) to resolve design and construction issues on capital improvement projects. Incumbents apply the following technical skills: project scoping, scheduling, budgeting, preparing cost estimates, performing construction inspection, performing design review, value engineering, preparing written reports, preparing oral presentations, and coordinating design and construction work. Entry level incumbent will work under the direct supervision and oversight of the Chief Architect. Journey Level incumbent is expected to make complex evaluations, recommendations, and decisions with limited direction from a supervisor. The incumbent also frequently works with members of the public, external organizations and public committees, and only requires supervisor support in more complex situations.
Typical responsibilities include the following (progressive, based on experience and position):

• Serves as a CBJ representative for management of multiple projects.
• Assists in the preparation of and/or prepares drawings, specifications, cost estimates, reports, contracts, requests for proposals (RFPs); utilizes professional seal where appropriate.
• Assists with and/or conducts negotiations related to professional service contracts.
• Administers all aspects of professional service contracts and collaborates with the Client Department to ensure that project goals are met and that the Client Department's interests are served.
• Manages and conducts project activities to ensure CBJ and the Client Department's interests are protected.
  • Works with regulatory agencies as necessary to ensure the correct studies, analyses are performed and correct permits obtained to meet the goals and maintain the budget and timeline of the project.
  • Continuously monitors and inspects construction work quality, workmanship, and material selection to ensure compliance with contract documents; identifies deficiencies; recommends corrective actions; coordinates the resolution of issues between parties.
  • Issues Stop Work orders, Notices of Defective Work and imposes other contractual mechanisms to contractors not complying with the contract documents.
  • Administers all aspects of construction contracts and collaborates with the Client Department to ensure that project goals are met and that the Client Department's interests are served.
  • Develops project budgets; provides fiscal control of projects; reviews and approves expenses charged to projects; administers professional design and construction contracts for timely completion; establishes and maintains the financial project records; and assists in financial audits.
  • Designs, conducts and manages specialized studies; identifies alternatives and makes recommendations.
  • Prepares and maintains up to date project status and budget reports.
  • Act as public contact for the Engineering or Client Department for the purpose of answering CIP or other project related questions.
  • May also report project related information to the Assembly, Boards, Commissions, Client Department groups and the public.

Minimum Qualifications
Engineering Assistant I - Range 15: $32.51 - $38.20 per hour (DOQ)
Education:
Graduation from high school or the equivalent.
Experience:
Three (3) years' experience practicing engineering or journey level construction experience in one or more of the following fields: engineering design, drafting, surveying, inspection, construction management, materials testing, plan review, plan interpretation, or construction document preparation.
Substitution:
Post-secondary education from an accredited college in engineering, construction management or similar field may substitute for the required experience (3 semester or 4 quarter hours are equal to one month experience).
Requirements:
A valid Drivers' License at time of appointment and for continued employment.
Architectural Assistant I - Range 15: $32.51 - $38.20 per hour (DOQ)
Education:
Graduation from high school or the equivalent.
Experience:
Three (3) years' experience practicing architecture in one or more of the following fields: construction management, architectural design, drafting, surveying, inspection, materials testing, plan review, plan interpretation, or construction document preparation.
Substitution:
Post-secondary education from an accredited college in architecture or landscape architecture may substitute for the required experience (3 semester or 4 quarter hours are equal to one month experience).
Requirements:
A valid Drivers' Licenseat time of appointment and for continued employment.
Engineering Assistant II - Range 17: $37.00 - $43.54 per hour (DOQ)
Education:
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree from an accredited college in Engineering, Land Surveying, or Construction Management or a similar course of study.
Substitutions:
Progressively responsible experience in the practice of engineering, or journey level construction in one or more of the following fields: engineering design, drafting, surveying, inspection, construction management, materials testing, plan review, plan interpretation, or construction documents preparation may be substituted on a year for year basis.
Examination:
Successful completion of either the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) Examination may be substituted for the education.
Requirements:
A valid Drivers' License at time of appointment and for continued employment.
Architectural Assistant II - Range 17: $37.00 - $43.54 per hour (DOQ)
Education:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Construction Management; orCIDA accredited Bachelor of Arts Degree in Interior Design/Architecture.
Substitution:
Progressively responsible architectural, landscape architectural or design experience may be substituted for the education on a year for year basis.
Requirements:
A valid Drivers' License at time of appointment and for continued employment.
Engineering Associate - Range 19: $42.15 - $49.62 per hour (DOQ)
Education:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college in Engineering, Land Surveying, Construction Management, or similar course of study.
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience equivalent to an Engineering or Architectural Assistant II with the City of Juneau.
Substitution:
Progressively responsible construction management, engineering or land surveying experience may be substituted for the education on a year for year basis.
Requirements:
A valid Drivers' License at time of appointment and for continued employment.
Architectural or Landscape Associate - Range 19: $42.15 - $49.62 per hour (DOQ)
Education:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college in Architecture, Landscape Architecture; orCIDA accredited Bachelor of Arts Degree in Interior Design/Architecture.
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience equivalent to an Engineering/Architectural Assistant II with the City of Juneau.
Substitutions:
Progressively responsible architectural, landscape architectural or design experience may be substituted for the education on a year for year basis.
A Master's degree