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New Marketing and Human Resources Professionals Join R&M’s Business Services Department

Siobhan Johansen and Carly Guthrie have joined R&M Consultants, Inc.'s Business Services Department. Siobhan joins the Marketing Group as Proposal Manager, while Carly joins as Human Resources Generalist. Together, they bring nearly 30 years of combined experience in communications, proposal management, human resources and employee relations.

Interior Alaska Veterans Cemetery Breaks Ground in Salcha

Construction is underway on the Interior Alaska Veterans Cemetery in Salcha following a groundbreaking ceremony celebrating years of collaboration. Learn how R&M's multi-discipline team supported planning, environmental review, surveying and civil design to help bring this important project to life.

Major Milestone Reached on the Sterling Highway MP 45-60 Project

Construction continues on the Sterling Highway MP 45-60 Project in Cooper Landing, where the Juneau Creek Bridge recently reached a major construction milestone. Learn more about Stage 1B, designed by R&M, and the progress being made on this transportation improvement.

R&M Named One of Zweig Group’s 2026 Best Firms To Work For

R&M has been named one of Zweig Group's 2026 Best Firms To Work For, ranking #10 in the 100-199 Employees category and #11 in Civil Engineering. The recognition marks the firm's 15th consecutive year on the list, with 100% of surveyed employees agreeing R&M is a Best Firm To Work For.

Aryan Azarsepandan, CESCL and Dylan Avirett Join R&M

Aryan Azarsepandan, CESCL, and Dylan Avirett recently joined R&M. Aryan joins the Construction Services Department, supporting transportation and infrastructure projects, while Dylan joins the Earth Sciences Department, supporting geological and environmental projects throughout Alaska.

Grayling Peterson, EIT and Kristina Montuya Join R&M

Grayling Peterson, EIT and Kristina Montuya have joined R&M as Staff Engineer and Accounting Coordinator, respectively. Their additions strengthen the firm’s Surface Transportation and Accounting teams.

Full-State Map of Boarding School Locations Over Alaska Native Language Center’s Map of Indigenous Languages.

Mapping Truth: How GIS Helps Preserve and Share Alaska’s Stories

R&M supported the Alaska Native Heritage Center in developing an interactive GIS StoryMap that brings the history of Alaska’s boarding schools into a geographic and accessible format. By combining research, mapping and multimedia storytelling, the platform allows visitors to explore connections between place, history and community across the state.

Designing Rural Airports in Alaska: Building Lifelines for Communities

In rural Alaska, airports are more than transportation infrastructure — they are lifelines connecting communities to healthcare, supplies and opportunity. This article explores how the Mertarvik Airport was designed to balance aviation standards, challenging soils and permafrost conditions, and long-term operational needs to provide reliable, year-round access for a relocated community.

R&M Opens Wasilla Office, Expanding Presence in the Matanuska-Susitna Valley

R&M has opened a new office in Wasilla, expanding its presence in the Matanuska-Susitna Valley and strengthening local support for infrastructure, land development and community projects.

Why AASHTO-Accredited Materials Testing Matters

Do you know what happens if you have the best design, best contractor and perfect working conditions, but poor materials? Even the strongest project team can end up with poor performance, delays and costly rework. What happens if you assume the materials available meet or exceed project requirements, but they don’t? Projects lose time, budgets […]

Cody Gibson Earns Certified Mapping Scientist – Remote Sensing Certification

Cody Gibson, LSIT, CMS, Remote Sensing Specialist at R&M, recently earned his Certified Mapping Scientist – Remote Sensing certification from ASPRS. With 12 years of experience in land and hydrographic surveying, Cody brings advanced geospatial expertise to support R&M’s growing capabilities in remote sensing and mapping across Alaska.

R&M Staff Promoted to New Roles

Courtney Maillet, Mikey Auza and Bryant Wright have been promoted into new roles at R&M, recognizing their dedication, expertise and contributions to the firm. These promotions reflect R&M’s ongoing commitment to supporting staff growth and celebrating internal success.

R&M Achieves CMMC Level 2 Certification with Guidance from Stratus Services

R&M has achieved CMMC Level 2 certification, demonstrating advanced cybersecurity readiness and the ability to support federal clients handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). With guidance from Stratus Services, this milestone strengthens R&M’s commitment to data security and compliance under Department of Defense requirements.