Service: Materials Testing

Growing the Next Generation of Professionals: Meet R&M’s 2026 Intern Class

R&M welcomed our 2026 intern class this summer across Engineering, Planning, Geomatics and Construction Services. Alongside our team of experts they’re learning new specialized skills, tackling challenges and experiencing our state’s diverse landscapes firsthand. They’ve provided much needed support during the busy summer months, while also bringing the team fresh perspectives and energy. These interns […]

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.

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 […]

Building Futures: R&M Supports Community Projects Strengthening Anchorage

Across Anchorage, local initiatives are creating spaces that inspire, connect, and strengthen communities. From the Gamers/RBI Alaska Indoor Baseball Facility to a memorial bench honoring Sladen Mohl, these projects reflect the power of sport to build confidence, connection, and lasting impact.

Investing in Alaska’s Future: Meet R&M’s 2025 Summer Interns

This summer, 17 interns joined R&M across our Engineering, Planning, Geomatics and Construction Services departments, bringing fresh perspective, curiosity and energy to the work we do. These students and early-career professionals are gaining real-world experience while supporting projects that shape Alaska’s infrastructure and communities. Interns are contributing in meaningful ways, whether assisting with runway inspections, […]

Harbor Channel Bridge Improvements Highlighted in CoatingsPro Magazine

A recent CoatingsPro Magazine feature highlights the Harbor Channel Bridge Improvements project in Kodiak, a critical infrastructure upgrade that included metallizing the bridge superstructure to enhance durability and corrosion resistance in harsh coastal conditions. R&M provided construction administration services for the project on behalf of the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF). R&M’s […]

New Staff Engineers Join R&M’s Construction Services Department

Jerry Carroll, EIT, WAQTC and Dianny Melgar, EIT, WAQTC recently joined R&M as Staff Engineers in the firm’s Construction Services Department.

New Group Manager of Materials Laboratory and SI Joins R&M

Mike Wariner, PE has joined R&M as Group Manager of Materials Laboratory and Special Inspections. A former R&M employee from 2011 to 2019, Mike has 27 years of construction experience.

Peter Smith, WAQTC Joins R&M’S Construction Services Department

Peter has eight years of experience in materials testing and will perform field inspections and materials testing for public infrastructure projects throughout Alaska. He will also support R&M’s Anchorage Materials Laboratory staff.

Emery Schramm, CESCL Joins R&M’s Construction Services Department

Emery will provide construction oversight, field inspections and materials testing on a variety of building, bridge, transportation, site development, utility and waterfront projects.

Bethel Airport Main Runway Reconstruction

These improvements ensure this regional hub can accommodate growing aviation demand while serving countless Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta Communities that depend on reliable air transportation.

Alex Brown Joins R&M’s Earth Sciences Department

As a Geologist, Alex will be responsible for subsurface investigation and site characterizations, materials site assessments, geologic mapping, engineering geology, aerial photo interpretation and geotechnical/environmental site investigations.