Service: Surface Transportation

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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.

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New Staff Join R&M’s Construction Administration and Surface Transportation Groups

Evan Nichols, EIT, WAQTC; Joshua Costello, EIT, CESCL, WAQTC; and Pat Ryan, EIT recently joined R&M.

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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, […]

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Jason Johnston, PE Joins R&M’s Surface Transportation Group

Jason Johnston, PE recently joined R&M as a Senior Project Engineer in the firm’s Surface Transportation Group. In this role, Jason will provide planning, design and construction administration services for civil and transportation infrastructure projects across Alaska. “With our plan to open a Wasilla office this fall, the timing is perfect to have Jason join […]

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Protecting Kotzebue’s Future: R&M’s Role in Shoreline Resiliency

The challenges facing Alaska’s coastal communities were recently highlighted in the PBS Frontline documentary Alaska: Vanishing Native Villages. The documentary explores the impacts of climate change, coastal erosion and infrastructure vulnerability in communities like Kotzebue — issues R&M has worked directly to address. Featured in the documentary, Kotzebue’s shoreline improvements show proactive efforts to protect […]

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Challenges, Constraints and Solutions for Building Non-Motorized Facilities in Alaska

As Alaska’s cities and communities grow, so does the demand for safe, reliable non-motorized infrastructure, including sidewalks, bike lanes and multi-use trails. These facilities support transportation, recreation and public health, offering residents and visitors a way to commute, exercise and explore Alaska’s unique landscapes. In urban centers like Anchorage, Fairbanks and Juneau, pedestrian and bicycle […]

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New Staff Engineers Join R&M’s Engineering Department

Brandon Shayan, WAQTC and Katherine Sakeagak recently joined R&M as Staff Engineers in the firm’s Engineering Department. In this role, Brandon and Katherine will assist with planning, design and development of surface transportation and airport infrastructure projects throughout Alaska.

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Northeast Trail Connector Phase II Now Open!

The new NE Trail Connector that connects Far North Bicentennial Park to the Scenic Foothills neighborhood is now open!

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R&M Staff Promoted to Senior Level Positions

Several employees have been promoted to senior level positions at R&M, reflecting their years of experience and expertise in their respective fields.

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Seward Highway MP 100-105 Reconstruction Project Completed

After eight years of hard work, the five mile portion of the Seward Highway through Bird Creek and Indian is newly rehabilitated with fresh pavement and improved features!

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State of Alaska Proposes Major Overhaul of Seward Highway Intersection Near Girdwood

The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) is developing an interchange at the Seward Highway outside Girdwood. R&M is the prime consultant for this reconfiguration project.

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View the Drive through the Proposed Seward Hwy & Alyeska Hwy Intersection Interchange

The Seward Hwy & Alyeska Hwy Intersection Improvement project seeks to improve the capacity, operation and safety of the intersection that provides the gateway into Girdwood. R&M has developed several concept alternatives. The flyover videos below show the recommended alternative concept and illustrate driving through the proposed loops from several directions.

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