Innovation Project Manager Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

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 STG Inc do?

STG Inc. excels at infrastructure development in environmentally and logistically complex locations. Our teams deliver specialized projects across Alaska, including wind energy installations, communication towers, and power systems for remote communities. All our work is guided by our mission to support the sustainable development of rural Alaska by delivering projects with the highest levels of professionalism, innovation, safety, and quality. We provide training and advancement paths that allow you to grow your career while delivering essential services to communities that need them most.

STG Inc. 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 Senior Project Manager, you will work onsite in Anchorage, AK and will provide leadership and oversight for large, multi-discipline design/build and construction projects, typically exceeding $5 million and located throughout the company's operating area. You will be responsible for the overall project strategy, planning, execution, financial performance, and client satisfaction, while ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with contract requirements. You will also serve as a subject matter resource to Project Managers I and II, Project Engineers, and support staff, and plays a key role in advancing project management best practices across the organization.

How will you do it?

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of large-scale construction projects, including estimating, bidding, scheduling, resourcing, and day-to-day oversight.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients and stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships and managing expectations.
• Develop proposals, cost estimates, and bids for new work and change orders.
• Represent the company in project-related meetings, negotiations, and presentations.
• Oversee the submittal and approval process, including review of plans, reports, permits, RFIs, and design change/variance requests.
• Ensure that project documentation-such as contracts, commissioning records, completion reports, as-built documentation, and closeout packages-is accurate, complete, and properly retained.
• Monitor compliance with project-specific requirements, including technical specifications, quality standards, and regulatory obligations.
• Prepare and review periodic progress reports summarizing materials used, costs, schedule status, and key issues.
• Direct procurement and scheduling of major materials, equipment, labor, and subcontractor services for assigned projects.
• Determine labor needs, select and oversee subcontractors, and ensure resources are utilized efficiently and effectively.
• Prepare and manage project budgets; monitor profitability, revenue, and margins; and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Review, code, and approve project-related invoices and timesheets in alignment with budget and contract requirements.
• Conduct regular on-site visits, which may require multi-day and overnight travel, to monitor progress at project locations.
• Verify that work is performed in accordance with drawings, specifications, safety standards, and environmental requirements.
• Ensure that project milestones and deliverables are met and that schedule risks are identified and mitigated.
• Provide technical guidance and direction to field leadership, including site foremen and project engineers.
• Actively support and promote the STG Inc. and Calista Brice LLC Health and Safety Programs.
• Monitor and respond to on-site safety audits and field observations; suspend or modify work when unsafe conditions are identified.
• Collaborate with the company Risk Manager to resolve safety-related issues that cannot be resolved at the site level.
• Verify that required safety equipment is available, properly used, and maintained.
• Serve as a point of contact for employees to raise health and safety concerns and ensure issues are addressed.
• Direct and oversee the work of Project Managers I and II, Project Engineers, and Project Coordinators assigned to projects.
• Serve as an organizational resource for project-related questions, best practices, and industry standards.
• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and high-performance team environment across project and operations staff.
• Participate in periodic management meetings and contribute to strategic discussions related to projects and operations.
• Seek and participate in professional development and training opportunities to maintain and advance project management expertise.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Supervisory Functions:

This position supervises the work of project management support staff, Project Managers I and II, Project Engineers, project foremen, and laborers assigned to its projects, and provides leadership guidance across the project management function.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Advanced technical knowledge of field construction concepts, methods, practices, and multi-discipline project coordination.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project and other project management software; able to develop and manage detailed project schedules.
• Advanced ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and laptop-based business applications.
• Strong understanding of construction, architectural, and building industry standards and procedures.
• Ability to create, read, interpret, and apply complex contract documents, specifications, and drawings.
• In-depth knowledge of budgeting, cost estimating, project ledgers, revenue models, and cost-to-completion forecasting.
• Knowledge of procurement rules, material sourcing, subcontractor management, and related regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical and forecasting ability; able to evaluate project performance, identify risks, and implement strategic solutions.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; able to communicate clearly with executives, clients, partners, and project teams.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders, exceptional follow-up and responsiveness.
• Skilled in organizing resources, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates integrity, sound judgment, and ethical behavior in all business dealings.
• Ability to detect issues, analyze complex information, and exercise resourcefulness in resolving problems.
• Able to adjust to changing priorities, field conditions, and project requirements.
• Ability to comply with and enforce company policies, procedures, safety standards, and to lead change management efforts.
• Demonstrated ability in mentoring and providing technical guidance to Project Managers I and II, Project Engineers, and project support staff.
• Advanced understanding of rural logistics, environmental constraints, and rural construction methodologies.
• Demonstrated success building and maintaining long-term client relationships and resolving complex project or stakeholder issues.
• Experience representing the company in high-level stakeholder, owner, or agency meetings and negotiations.
• Strong understanding of fiscal management principles, contract administration, and cost-to-completion or cost forecasting practices required.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to travel for work-related purposes (up to 10% of the time).

Who is STG Inc. looking for?

Minimum Qualifications:

• Nine (9) or more years of related construction project management experience, including budget preparation, cost estimating, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and fiscal management responsibilities required.
• Prior experience in Alaska's rural construction industry is required.
• Demonstrated experience leading large, complex, multi-discipline construction projects.
• Experience mentoring and providing technical guidance to Project Managers I and II, Project Engineers, and project support staff required.
• Valid state driver's license and must be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Company's Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass a drug, driving record, and background screenings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related discipline preferred.
• Project Management certification (such as PMP or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience with HCCS "HeavyBid" software preferred.
• Advanced understanding of rural logistics, environmental constraints, and rural construction methodologies strongly preferred.

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. STG Inc. has a fast-paced multi-tasking office environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance. At times, work is performed outside of the office at indoor and outdoor job sites. STG operates in alignment with our core values of Quality Craftsmanship, Unity, Innovation, Professionalism, and Perseverance, and strives to provide a positive, solution-based workplace environment.

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.

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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 p...