Construction
AGC of Alaska
Excellence in Construction Awards
Excellence in Construction Awards
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ssociated General Contractors (AGC) of Alaska annually recognizes projects completed by its members that exemplify the high quality of work that Alaska’s contractors perform season after season. Here are the winners of the 2023 Parker, Smith & Feek Excellence in Construction Awards, which were presented at AGC of Alaska’s annual conference in November 2023.
Roger Hickel Contracting
ANC Cascading Escalator Enclosure
Under $5 Million, Vertical Construction
ANC Cascading Escalator Enclosure
Under $5 Million, Vertical Construction
This Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport project replaced a glass superstructure with a glazed curtain wall enclosure cantilevered off the west side of the public parking garage. Rigid enclosures were constructed around the escalators, providing means of protection while serving as a working platform helping to access the areas above. Since the cascading escalator enclosure is the only means of conveyance between all four levels of the parking garage and the main terminal, Roger Hickel Contracting constructed a dust-free pedestrian tunnel through the middle of the work area equipped with all life-safety requirements of the Municipality in terms of public conveyance through a temporary structure.
STG Incorporated
Stebbins/St. Michael Wind Energy Project
$5 Million to $15 Million, Vertical Construction
Stebbins/St. Michael Wind Energy Project
$5 Million to $15 Million, Vertical Construction
STG Incorporated installed one of the largest wind energy towers on the West Coast of Alaska in the remote village of Stebbins. This tower will provide energy security and sustainability for generations to come. It will produce 2,529 MWh (net) of wind powered electricity, a clean and renewable energy source, each year. It is expected to displace approximately 104,700 gallons of diesel fuel per year and thereby displace 1,645 metric tons of CO2 emissions annually. The Stebbins Wind Energy Project proves that sustainable energy systems can be established in the most remote locations of Alaska.
Davis Constructors & Engineers
Solid Waste Services Central Transfer Station
Over $15 Million, Vertical Construction
Over $30 Million, Sustainability in Construction
Solid Waste Services Central Transfer Station
Over $15 Million, Vertical Construction
Over $30 Million, Sustainability in Construction
Davis Constructors & Engineers won two awards for this Construction Manager/General Contractor project, which included the construction of a new transfer station and operations campus for Solid Waste Services of Anchorage. The 26-acre site development included spaces for residential and commercial interaction, administration, and the trash collection fleet operation spread across seven buildings anchored by the 97,000-square-foot tipping facility. The project is envisioned to increase Municipality of Anchorage landfill diversion efforts over the next 50 years, extending the life of the current landfill into the 2070s.
ChemTrack | Cornerstone Joint Venture
Barter Island Runway Geocell Removal
Under $5 Million, Transportation|Heavy|Marine|Earthmoving
Barter Island Runway Geocell Removal
Under $5 Million, Transportation|Heavy|Marine|Earthmoving
In the late ‘40s, residents were forced to move from their original homes and historic Kaktovik village site to allow for construction of a US Air Force runway and hangar. The Barter Island Runway Geocell Removal project allowed ChemTrack/Cornerstone Joint Venture (CTCSJV) an opportunity to remove 1,464 linear feet of steel drums and 11,121 square yards of geocell material from this former US Air Force runway. The removal of these remaining site materials will ultimately allow the land to transfer back to Kaktovik Inupiat Corporation. CTCSJV delivered the project on-time and within budget.
Knik Construction
Northern Region Western Coastal Storm Emergency Repairs
$5 Million to $15 Million, Transportation|Heavy|Marine|Earthmoving
Northern Region Western Coastal Storm Emergency Repairs
$5 Million to $15 Million, Transportation|Heavy|Marine|Earthmoving
In the face of Typhoon Merbok’s devastating aftermath, Knik’s Nome Emergency Storm Repairs team performed nothing short of a miracle. Scheduled to leave Nome, the crew instantly pivoted, assessing the catastrophic 30-mile road damage and a 1,000 linear foot sea-to-lagoon breach. Mobilizing within days, the team collaborated with contractors and the community to defy looming winter odds over the Bering Sea. Utilizing drone technology and innovative construction techniques, the team hauled 67,000 tons of material up to 20 miles to repair roads, the breach, and heavily hit downtown Nome.
Brice Incorporated
Kotzebue to Cape Blossom Road Stage 1
Over $15 Million, Transportation|Heavy|Marine|Earthmoving
Kotzebue to Cape Blossom Road Stage 1
Over $15 Million, Transportation|Heavy|Marine|Earthmoving
The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities contracted with Brice Incorporated to construct the 4.5 mile Stage 1 of the road from Kotzebue to Cape Blossom in the fall of 2020. Brice used an innovative approach to utilize deep draft mainline barges to haul aggregate to Cape Blossom and an ice road to move the aggregate to the project location. This approach reduced costs while limiting construction traffic through town and left a permanent staging area behind for future stages.
KLEBS Mechanical
Chepo’s Mexican Restaurant
Under $1 Million, Specialty Contractor
Chepo’s Mexican Restaurant
Under $1 Million, Specialty Contractor
KLEBS played a pivotal role in the construction of Chepo’s Mexican Restaurant, a dining establishment located along the Parks Highway in Wasilla. Its expertise as the mechanical subcontractor brought innovative solutions, state-of-the-art mechanical systems, and top-notch plumbing to the project. KLEBS embraced challenges with proactive problem-solving and fostered strong relationships with all stakeholders. The company’s commitment to safety resulted in a flawless safety record throughout the project duration. Moreover, KLEBS prioritized environmental responsibility, reducing waste, and maintaining a clean, organized work environment. This holistic approach resulted in an energy-efficient, high-quality restaurant that positively impacts the community.
KLEBS Mechanical
Moose Haven Natural Gas Conversion
$1 Million to $5 Million, Specialty Contractor
Moose Haven Natural Gas Conversion
$1 Million to $5 Million, Specialty Contractor
Serving as the project’s mechanical subcontractor, KLEBS led the transition from communal to individual heating at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. This complex endeavor covered forty-one duplexes and one single occupancy home, totaling eighty-three units, and required new boilers, water heaters, and unit heaters. KLEBS excelled in project execution and sustainability, lowering costs and environmental impact. The company’s planning and innovative methods ensured timely and budget-conscious completion.
Mass Excavation
Solid Waste Services Central Landfill Transfer Station
Over $5 Million, Specialty Contractor
Solid Waste Services Central Landfill Transfer Station
Over $5 Million, Specialty Contractor
The Solid Waste Services Central Transfer Station is a state-of-the-art, 26-acre facility designed to extend the life of the current Anchorage landfill by more than thirty years. Completed over three years, Mass X was selected as the civil scope subcontractor to work on this Construction Manager at Risk project. The project was a major challenge to build in parallel with design development, model the complex site conditions to maximize materials usage, coordinate closely with the general contractor and other subcontractors on-site, and continue civil operations through two winters to keep the project on schedule and within budget.