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Program Manager, Marine Facilities (Alaska Railroad)
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Anchorage, AK
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2026-082
Department
Alaska Railroad Corporation
Opening Date
09/28/2026
Closing Date
10/12/2026 11:59 PM Alaska
Position Open To
All Applicants
Bargaining Unit
RR - Non Represented
Range
NR11
Job Description
PURPOSE OF POSITION: Primary responsibility is to oversee the capital projects associated with the ARRC waterfront facilities, including the execution of large multi-project programs spanning multiple years and funding sources.
Provides oversight, direction, and coordination of work performed on assigned, high-profile projects, funded by federal and state grants, external capital, or internal capital funds. This includes organizing the work, ensuring a safe working environment, overseeing and directing ARRC employees and contractors working on assigned projects, approving changes to Contracts, and approving completed work. Ensures proper documentation is submitted for third party projects and disburses that information to ARRC personnel, or contractors, as necessary.
Assists department managers in developing plans for assigned projects. A project plan may include: formulating project concepts; developing goals, scopes, schedules, and cost estimates; assessing risks; and determining financing requirements. Analyzes options and identifies opportunities for performance improvements.
Coordinates project plans for assigned projects with appropriate departments within ARRC.
Coordinates with the Supply Management Department to ensure all materials and/or services needed for assigned projects funded by federal and state grants, or internal capital funds, are delivered as required and/or specified in contractual agreements. Reviews and approves invoices for payment.
Manages and directs other Project Managers on specific projects within the program as assigned
Plans, develops and maintains program planning, budgets and grant applications over a minimum 5-year time period.
Coordinates with the grant administration staff to ensure all financing procedures are properly followed to include, but not limited to, reporting requirements. Responsible for completion of assigned projects within approved budgetary amounts.
Provides written and oral updates on assigned projects funded by federal grants to ARRC representatives as well as federal, state, and community groups as required. Organizes meetings such as public hearings as required to accomplish project plan goals and deadlines.
FACTOR 1: Technical and Operational Knowledge
Requires thorough knowledge of engineering and construction principles, practices, and specifications for projects within the program's discipline project management principles and practices. Requires thorough knowledge of applicable industry codes and regulations; budgeting and cost-control methods; procurement practices and regulations; and spreadsheets (Excel), word processing, email, and scheduling software. Requires knowledge of and experience with architectural, engineering, environmental, NEPA, construction contracts; value engineering; project scheduling; and contractual oversight.
FACTOR 2: Analytical Skills & Impact
Requires familiarity with procurement processes, budgets, cost-control methods, and value engineering to ensure materials and services are delivered as specified and that costs are controlled, monitored, and reported in accordance with ARRC Finance and grant reporting procedures. Must be able to manage, oversee, and direct all phases of assigned projects, including assessing options and identifying opportunities to improve performance and reduce costs. Delivering a high-quality final product and making sound mid-project decisions that support long-term economic feasibility are essential to ARRC. Failure to follow project timelines, architectural, engineering, and environmental review requirements, budgets, ongoing expense controls, and procurement processes could significantly hinder successful project completion and delivery. Strong written communication skills are preferred.
FACTOR 3: Supervision and Control
Manages assigned project work, including oversight and direction of ARRC employees and contractors. Coordinates the resources needed for successful project completion, including workforce needs, contract services, and materials. Responsible for delivering assigned projects within approved budgets.
FACTOR 4: Communication
Communicates with ARRC employees at all organizational levels and across departments to coordinate all phases of assigned projects. Works with contractors to ensure project work is completed as required and in accordance with contractual agreements. Coordinates with federal, state, and local agencies to ensure assigned projects meet applicable regulatory requirements. Provides informational presentations to ARRC officials and interested community groups.
FACTOR 5: Working Conditions
Work location will be in a corporate office environment and at construction sites, which may be located a significant distance from the office for extended periods. The position may involve exposure to harsh weather conditions and noise.
Will be required to drive on an as needed basis.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or discipline related to the specific program is required.
Substitution: Associate's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related discipline, and five additional years of project/construction management experience can substitute for the bachelor's degree requirement.
Work Experience
Must have ten (10) years of project/construction management experience working with architectural, engineering, environmental, NEPA, value engineering, and construction contracts for marine facilities.
Certification/License Requirements
Must have a valid driver's license.
Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card. If you do not possess a TWIC card, you must apply to obtain it within 60 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience and managerial control with alternative project delivery methods (DB, DBOM, CMGC, etc.)
The above reflects only the more significant details for the performance of the job and is not intended to be all inclusive.
Additional Required Information
IMPORTANT: Your application must clearly show how you meet each minimum qualification listed for this position. Do not assume reviewers will infer qualifications from job titles or general descriptions of duties. Applications are screened based on the information submitted.
Include all required and desired qualifications in your Applicant Profile and/or Resume. For any relevant experience, provide the employer name, job title, dates of employment, and whether the position was full-time or part-time.
Failure to provide sufficient information on your application to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications may result in disqualification from further consideration. Applicants who clearly demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated along with other qualified applicants and may be considered for the next phase of the recruitment process
If you are select for an interview, then you MUST be able to submit a copy of a current driving record that reflects the past three (3) years of driving history.
The State of Alaska DMV Driving Records are available online: https://online.dmv.alaska.gov/onlinedrivingrecords
Contact Information
WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.
For applicant password assistance please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/js_lostpswd.cfm?&topheader=alaska
Alaska Railroad Human Resources Department
E-Mail: arjobinfo@akrr.com
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 107500, Anchorage, AK 99510-7500
Street Address: 327 West Ship Creek, Anchorage, AK
Fax Number: (907) 265-2542
Alaska Railroad Corporation is an equal opportunity employer
Alaska Railroad Corporation Benefits
The following briefly describes the main benefits available to regular employees of the Alaska Railroad Corporation. Actual benefits differ by bargaining unit.
Retirement Plans
ARRC Pension Plan - Participation is mandatory. You are automatically enrolled in the Plan when you meet the eligibility requirement of your bargaining unit. Employees contribute 9% of their Earnings on a pre-tax basis. The Railroad is exempt from participation in Social Security; however, Medicare Tax is withheld. Participants vest with 5 years of eligible Vesting Service which entitles one to receive a pension benefit at retirement age.
Tier 2 Description (Employees hired after July 1, 2015)
Normal Retirement Age is age 65, however, the plan allows one to retire as early as age 60. The formula for a monthly Normal Retirement Benefits is 2% x Final Average Earnings x all Credited Service.
Early retirement, survivor and disability benefits are available for vested participants.
401(k) Tax Deferred Savings Plan - Participation is optional. You may enroll once you meet the eligibility requirement of your bargaining unit. Depending on the bargaining unit, there may be an employer match.
457 Deferred Compensation Plan - Participation is optional for non-represented employees.
Insurance and Flexible Spending Plans
All plans are optional except the RR Dental Plan for bargaining unit employees.
Health Insurance Plan
A comprehensive health insurance plan, self-insured by the ARRC and administered by Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska. Coverage is also available for the employee's spouse and dependent children. ARRC and the participant share the premium cost. Bargaining unit employees are Eligibility after 90 days, and non-represented employees are eligible as of the date of hire.
The Railroad offers a Prefered Provider Organization plan (PPO Blue Essentials) and a Consumer Directed Healthcare Plan with a Health Saving Account (Gold Essentials). The Plans have the following features.
The Railroad also offers two dental plans.
The Railroad National Dental for represented employees.
The Alaska Railroad Optional Dental Plan for both represented and non-represented employees.
Paid Leave & Holidays
Vacation Leave -accrual per bi-weekly pay period:
Represented Employees
0-3 Years of Service = 4 Hours
>3-15 Years of Service = 6 Hours
>15 Years of Service = 8 Hours
Non-Represented Employees
0-3 Years of Service = 6 Hours
>3-15 Years of Service = 8 Hours
>15 Years of Service = 10 Hours
Sick Leave: accrues at 4 hours (Represented) or 2 hours (Non-Represented) per pay period.
11 Paid holidays
For additional information regarding these benefits, please go to www.alaskarailroad.com
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or discipline related to the specific program? OR Do you have an associate's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related discipline, and five additional years of project/construction management experience?
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Does your application reflect at least ten (10) years of project/construction management experience working with architectural, engineering, environmental, NEPA, value engineering, and construction contracts for marine facilities?
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Do you have a valid drivers license? AND Does your current driving record reflect TWO OR LESS violations and no Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Operating Under the Influence (OUI) convictions within the last three years?
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Are you able to perform this positions duties with or without reasonable accommodations?
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Do you possess, or have the ability to obtain, a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card? (If you do not possess a TWIC card, you must apply to obtain it within 60 days of hire.)
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Do you have experience and managerial control with alternative project delivery methods (DB, DBOM, CMGC, etc. ?
Required Question
Employer State of Alaska
Address PO Box 110201
Juneau, Alaska, 99811
Phone (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)
(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)
Website http://workplace.alaska.gov/