Project Manager Jobs in Alaska

Project Manager jobs in Alaska are steadily active, with consistent demand concentrated in oil and gas infrastructure, federal and state government contracting, construction, and defense sectors. Anchorage is the primary hiring hub, followed by Fairbanks and the Kenai Peninsula, where employers like ConocoPhillips Alaska, the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, and Bechtel regularly bring on project managers. The most in-demand specialties are construction project management, government contract oversight, and capital infrastructure programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles39
Top employerJobot
Top cityAnchorage, AK
Cities hiring5
Work type92% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Peak Trust Company
Compliance Project Manager
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Peak Trust Company
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Compliance Project Manager
Peak Trust Company
Anchorage, Alaska
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
11-50

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Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
Climate Adaptation Engineering Project Manager III- DEHE Climate Initiatives
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Climate Adaptation Engineering Project Manager III- DEHE Climate Initiatives
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
Anchorage, Alaska
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
Project Manager II- DEHE Project Support & Improvement
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Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
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Project Manager II- DEHE Project Support & Improvement
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
Anchorage, Alaska
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Senior Project Manager – Alaska Aviation Facilities
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Senior Project Manager – Alaska Aviation Facilities
Koniag Energy & Water
Anchorage, Alaska
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management

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RE/SPEC Inc
Project Manager
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RE/SPEC Inc
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Project Manager
RE/SPEC Inc
Anchorage, Alaska
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Project Manager Jobs by City in Alaska

Where Alaska roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Anchorage
27 jobs
Fairbanks
5 jobs
Wasilla
2 jobs
Indian
1 job
Juneau
1 job

Project Manager Job Market in Alaska

A snapshot from current Alaska openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Jobot
    Jobot3
  • U
    UIC Alaska3
  • RE/SPEC
    RE/SPEC3
  • Providence
    Providence2
  • DCI Engineers
    DCI Engineers2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services10
  • Construction & Real Estate6
  • Staffing & Recruiting3
  • Agriculture & Farming2
  • Technology & Software1

What Alaska Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project manager jobs across Alaska.

  • PMP certification from the Project Management Institute strongly preferred by most Alaska employers
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business, or a related field required
  • Experience managing large-scale infrastructure, oil and gas, or government contracts in remote environments
  • Proficiency with project scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams across remote or logistically complex Alaska sites
  • Familiarity with federal and state contracting regulations including Alaska-specific procurement requirements

Project Manager Jobs in Alaska: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project manager in Alaska?

The most direct path is earning a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as engineering, construction management, or business, then pursuing the Project Management Professional certification through the Project Management Institute. Alaska has no state-issued project manager license, but the PMP is widely treated as the de facto credential by major Alaska employers in oil and gas, construction, and government contracting. Building experience on federally funded or state infrastructure projects strengthens your candidacy considerably.

How much do project managers make in Alaska?

Project managers in Alaska earn a median of about $164,260 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $113,790 for the lowest 10% to over $236,490 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire project managers in Alaska?

Companies currently hiring project managers in Alaska include Jobot, UIC Alaska, and RE/SPEC, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Alaska's major industries, including oil and gas extraction, federal defense contracting, and large-scale infrastructure development, generate the most sustained project manager demand in the state.

Which Alaska cities have the most project manager jobs?

Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Alaska have the most project manager openings in Alaska. Anchorage drives the largest share as the state's commercial and government center, home to major agency offices and corporate headquarters, while Fairbanks benefits from University of Alaska system projects and military installation activity, and the Kenai Peninsula sees consistent demand tied to oil and gas operations.

Are there remote project manager jobs in Alaska?

Yes, and more than many fields, given that project management is largely a coordination and documentation role that can often be performed remotely. About 8% of project manager openings tied to Alaska are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed Alaska's project sites can be. Roles tied to active construction sites or remote field operations typically require on-site presence, while program and contract oversight positions are most likely to offer remote flexibility.

How can I get hired as a project manager in Alaska with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a project coordinator or assistant project manager role, which large Alaska employers in construction and government contracting regularly hire into without requiring full PMP credentials. The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities and large engineering firms operating in Alaska often bring on coordinators from adjacent roles like estimating, scheduling, or administrative program support. Earning a Certified Associate in Project Management credential from the Project Management Institute and gaining exposure to federally funded Alaska infrastructure projects gives early-career candidates a meaningful edge.

Where can I find and apply to project manager jobs in Alaska?

You can find and apply to project manager jobs in Alaska on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and location, and apply directly.

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