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$150K - $250K/yr

We offer comprehensive design, construction management, and construction claims services, with ... from Indigenous persons, youth, new immigrants, and persons with disabilities. Compensation ...

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How much do indigenous construction jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for indigenous construction in the United States is $17.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some unique challenges Indigenous Construction professionals may encounter on projects, and how can these be addressed?

Indigenous Construction professionals often navigate challenges such as ensuring cultural sensitivity on project sites, building trust with both Indigenous and non-Indigenous stakeholders, and integrating traditional knowledge with modern construction practices. Addressing these challenges involves clear communication, fostering inclusive team environments, and ongoing cultural competency training. Many organizations also encourage mentorship and partnership with Indigenous communities to promote mutual learning and project success.

What is the difference between Indigenous Construction vs Indigenous Construction?

AspectIndigenous ConstructionIndigenous Construction
CertificationsOften requires safety training, local construction certifications, and sometimes Indigenous-specific cultural awarenessSame certifications as Indigenous Construction, emphasizing safety and cultural competency
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, often in remote or Indigenous communitiesConstruction sites within Indigenous communities, emphasizing cultural sensitivity
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction companies working on Indigenous projects or within Indigenous communitiesSame as Indigenous Construction, focused on community-based projects

Indigenous Construction and Indigenous Construction are the same roles focused on building projects within Indigenous communities. Both require similar certifications, work environments, and are used by construction firms working in these areas. The key difference is often in the specific project scope or community engagement, but generally, they refer to the same job type.

What is Indigenous construction?

Indigenous construction refers to building projects and construction services that are owned, operated, or significantly managed by Indigenous peoples or organizations. These projects often prioritize cultural values, community involvement, and sustainable practices while providing economic opportunities for Indigenous communities. Indigenous construction companies may work on various types of projects, including housing, infrastructure, and commercial developments, often with a focus on benefiting local communities and respecting traditional knowledge.

What key skills and qualifications are needed to thrive in Indigenous Construction, and why are they important?

To thrive in Indigenous Construction, you need a solid understanding of construction methods, safety protocols, and cultural competencies relevant to Indigenous communities, often supported by trade certifications or construction management training. Familiarity with project management software, building codes, and Indigenous engagement frameworks is typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and respect for traditional knowledge and community values are key soft skills that set candidates apart. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensure projects are completed safely, respectfully, and in alignment with community expectations and standards.
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Infographic showing various Indigenous Construction job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Internship, 49% Full Time, 32% Part Time, 9% Temporary, and 5% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,494 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

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Brice Builders LLC

Regular

Why choose us?

As a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, we're part of a family of 20+ companies tackling tough construction, environmental, and technical challenges. Working at a Calista Brice company means joining a team where cultural values and practical innovation come together to create meaningful impact. You'll experience the stability of a large organization while enjoying the tight-knit community and entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company, with opportunities to grow your career across our diverse family of businesses.

Calista Brice is owned by Calista Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. ANCs were created to support economic development and self-determination for Alaska's Indigenous peoples. Our work directly contributes to advancing the social, cultural, and economic welfare of over 35,000 Alaska Natives in the Calista Region.

What does Brice Builders LLC do?

Brice Builders specializes in Sustainment, Restoration, and Modernization (SRM) of military and medical facilities. Our talented teams tackle vertical and horizontal construction for telecom facilities, commercial buildings, disaster relief programs, and more. With us, you'll build expertise in revitalizing essential structures and constructing modular buildings that serve communities nationwide. You'll develop specialized expertise that opens doors to advancement while working alongside mentors who are invested in your success.

Brice Builders is a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, a group of 20+ companies delivering construction, engineering, and environmental solutions across the United States.

What can you expect?

As the Construction Superintendent, you will work onsite in Tin City, AK and will directly supervise and coordinate activities of the field crew for project. You will oversee all phases of the project and ensure successful completion within the given budget and time frame. Specific responsibilities include managing all aspects of project field work including safety, coordinating/updating schedules, inspections, quality control, job safety, environmental, craft labor and subcontractor oversight, ensuring compliance with the plans, specifications, and permits, monitoring budget, tracking quantities, and generating required reporting.

You will drive the project schedule and direct subcontractors at rural camp-based project site, working seven days per week, twelve hours per day while on site. Transportation is provided from Anchorage to the project site and back for each rotation.

How will you do it?

  • Manage and supervise all field operations, ensuring the construction site is organized, safe, and running efficiently.
  • Lead, coordinate, and schedule on-site personnel, including subcontractors, laborers, and vendors. Ensure tasks are completed on time and within scope.
  • Enforce strict safety protocols following regulations and company policies. Conduct regular site safety inspections and meetings.
  • Develop, maintain, and update construction schedules to ensure timely completion. Monitor project progress and adjust timelines as necessary.
  • Assist and coordinate with the Construction/Project Manager to manage field personnel to complete tasks on time and within budget.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including daily logs, change orders, punch lists, and inspection reports.
  • Organize mobilization and demobilization activities.
  • Supervise craft labor on construction sites.
  • Examine and inspect work progress and equipment to verify safety and ensure specifications are met.
  • Confer with managerial and technical personnel, other departments, and contractors to resolve problems and coordinate activities.
  • Serve as a main point of contact for the project team, addressing concerns and providing regular updates to project manager and stakeholders.
  • Identify and resolve issues related to construction delays, material shortages, or unexpected challenges that may arise on-site.
  • Coordinate work activities with other construction and environmental project activities.
  • Locate, measure, and mark site locations and placement of structures and equipment using measuring and marking equipment.
  • Coordinate multiple subcontractors during building construction.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including daily logs, change orders, punch lists, and inspection reports, and communicate this with the Construction/Project Manager.
  • Assign work to employees based on material and worker requirements of specific jobs.
  • Assist workers engaged in construction or environmental activities using hand tools and equipment.
  • Arrange for repairs of equipment and machinery.
  • Suggest or initiate personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, and hires.
  • Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

Supervisory Functions:

Supervises the work of field crew and oversees project subcontractors on site.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Comprehensive understanding of construction methods, materials, and equipment used in residential, commercial, or industrial construction.
  • Familiarity with the principles of project management, including scheduling, cost estimation, and budgeting.
  • Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures to prevent workplace injuries and ensure site safety, including safety regulations and risk management practices.
  • Technical knowledge of vertical construction concepts, practices, and procedures.
  • Knowledge of construction, architectural, and building industry standard operating practices/procedures.
  • Ability to assess and maintain construction quality, ensuring work meets both client expectations and regulatory standards.
  • Knowledge of procurement rules and regulations.
  • Strong supervisory skills, including the ability to effectively and constructively resolve conflict.
  • Ability to lead, motivate, and direct a diverse team, including subcontractors, laborers, and on-site personnel, to ensure project completion according to schedule.
  • Ability to prepare, read, and understand complex contract documents, reports, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
  • Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
  • Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to work independently and work cooperatively with others; ability to work with employees, business partners, and customers in a friendly and positive manner.
  • Ability to use judgment and discretion.
  • Ability to handle stressful situations, remain calm, and effectively plan and organize duties to meet deadlines.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong ability to identify issues on-site and quickly develop solutions to resolve conflicts or challenges that arise during the construction process.
  • Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule and long hours to support rigorous timelines.
  • Ability to operate a standard computer or laptop with working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other standard business applications.
  • Proficient in scheduling and coordinating construction activities using project management software. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.

Who is Brice Builders looking for?

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • Five (5) years’ experience supervising or directing construction crews required.
  • Five (5) years managing project quality and safety performance required.
  • Prior experience supervising projects for USACE required.
  • Valid state driver’s license and must be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of Company’s Driving Policy.
  • Ability to pass a drug, driving, and background screening.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Brice Builders has a fast-paced multi-tasking office environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance. In addition to office work, work is predominantly performed outside of the office at outdoor job sites. Outdoor conditions may be subject to changes in weather conditions and noise levels. The schedule is 7 days a week, 12 hours a day when on site. Adaptability regarding schedule and design changes, and occasional overtime for immediate field support or bid processing may be necessary.

More reasons you will love working with Brice Builders:

  • Competitive wages, 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.
  • Safety Gear Allowance: $350.00 in reimbursement annually
  • 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, and LTD.
  • Voluntary paid Life Insurance and AD&D as well as STD, Accident, Cancer/Critical illness, and Whole Life Insurance.
  • 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 recruitment@calistabrice.com  

How do you apply?

Please visit our careers page at www.calistabrice.com and select Brice Builders LLC under the company tab.

You have questions, or need assistance with applicant accommodation, how do you reach a recruiter from Brice Builders LLC? Simply reach out via email to recruitment@calistabrice.com

As an Equal Opportunity 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

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
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.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.