State of Alaska
Building Management Specialist, Anchorage (PCN 060505)
State of Alaska, Anchorage, Alaska, United States, 99507
Job Description
This position is a Building Management Specialist in Anchorage, Alaska, working for the Department of Family & Community Services (DFCS). The role involves managing capital development and deferred maintenance projects, including preparing specifications, developing budgets, representing DFCS in funded projects, and inspecting work for compliance.
Mission and Values/Culture The mission of DFCS is “To provide support, safety, and personal well‑being for vulnerable Alaskans.” The Facilities Team supports five divisions and values a cohesive, flexible, and professional environment.
Responsibilities
Manage construction projects from inception to conclusion.
Prepare specifications and design documents for construction contracts.
Develop project budgets and monitor expenditures.
Represent DFCS on project teams and coordinate with contractors, engineers, consultants, and stakeholders.
Inspect work for compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Monitor and maintain construction contracts and professional services contracts.
Develop and facilitate construction solicitations and review bid proposals.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Continued professional growth and development opportunities.
Competitive health and retirement benefits.
Twelve paid holidays; personal leave accrual increases with service.
Supportive, flexible work environment with possible alternate schedules.
Working Environment You Can Expect The position is based in Anchorage at the Frontier Building in midtown Anchorage. The office has been renovated, offers ample parking, and is near several stores and restaurants. The workday includes monitoring contracts, managing projects, and meeting with contractors and stakeholders; travel to local facilities may be required.
Who We Are Looking For We look for candidates with competencies in the following areas:
Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
– logical, systematic approach to address problems.
Stakeholder Management
– ability to identify, engage, influence, and monitor relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Oral and Written Communication
– effective communication tailored to audience and subject matter.
Minimum Qualifications Competitive competency‑based qualifications. Key competencies include:
Building and Construction
– knowledge of materials, methods, and tools for construction.
Facilities
– understanding of physical equipment and operational characteristics.
Project Management
– skills in planning, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects.
Safety Engineering
– knowledge of safety hazards and mitigation in design and operations.
Preferred educational background: engineering, architecture, business administration, or related field. Experience in facilities construction or operation, building management, or licensed general contracting is desirable. Experience as an Engineering Assistant 1 with the State of Alaska or equivalent is an asset.
Application Information Applications must be submitted exclusively through the Workplace Alaska website (workplace.alaska.gov). All supplemental questions and required EEO information must be provided in that application.
EEO Statement The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811‑0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information Maria Cunningham – Talent Acquisition Specialist, Department of Family & Community Services, maria.cunningham@alaska.gov. Phone: (800) 587‑0430 (statewide toll‑free) or (907) 465‑4095 (Juneau).
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Mission and Values/Culture The mission of DFCS is “To provide support, safety, and personal well‑being for vulnerable Alaskans.” The Facilities Team supports five divisions and values a cohesive, flexible, and professional environment.
Responsibilities
Manage construction projects from inception to conclusion.
Prepare specifications and design documents for construction contracts.
Develop project budgets and monitor expenditures.
Represent DFCS on project teams and coordinate with contractors, engineers, consultants, and stakeholders.
Inspect work for compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Monitor and maintain construction contracts and professional services contracts.
Develop and facilitate construction solicitations and review bid proposals.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Continued professional growth and development opportunities.
Competitive health and retirement benefits.
Twelve paid holidays; personal leave accrual increases with service.
Supportive, flexible work environment with possible alternate schedules.
Working Environment You Can Expect The position is based in Anchorage at the Frontier Building in midtown Anchorage. The office has been renovated, offers ample parking, and is near several stores and restaurants. The workday includes monitoring contracts, managing projects, and meeting with contractors and stakeholders; travel to local facilities may be required.
Who We Are Looking For We look for candidates with competencies in the following areas:
Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
– logical, systematic approach to address problems.
Stakeholder Management
– ability to identify, engage, influence, and monitor relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Oral and Written Communication
– effective communication tailored to audience and subject matter.
Minimum Qualifications Competitive competency‑based qualifications. Key competencies include:
Building and Construction
– knowledge of materials, methods, and tools for construction.
Facilities
– understanding of physical equipment and operational characteristics.
Project Management
– skills in planning, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects.
Safety Engineering
– knowledge of safety hazards and mitigation in design and operations.
Preferred educational background: engineering, architecture, business administration, or related field. Experience in facilities construction or operation, building management, or licensed general contracting is desirable. Experience as an Engineering Assistant 1 with the State of Alaska or equivalent is an asset.
Application Information Applications must be submitted exclusively through the Workplace Alaska website (workplace.alaska.gov). All supplemental questions and required EEO information must be provided in that application.
EEO Statement The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811‑0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information Maria Cunningham – Talent Acquisition Specialist, Department of Family & Community Services, maria.cunningham@alaska.gov. Phone: (800) 587‑0430 (statewide toll‑free) or (907) 465‑4095 (Juneau).
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