Business Details
31 Years
experience
Expert Construction & Engineering Services in Alaska
Founded in 1995, Summit Consulting Services has established itself as a leader in construction management and engineering services for rural Alaska. Our expertise spans project planning, design, and execution in remote locations, with a focus on overcoming logistical challenges unique to Alaska's terrain. With offices in Tok, Anchorage, and Fairbanks, we serve local, state, and federal entities through over 50 successfully managed projects. Our team combines decades of local experience with technical proficiency in arctic engineering and infrastructure development. We specialize in force account construction management, rural waste management solutions, and tailored engineering services for Alaska's diverse communities.Our commitment to quality control, budget management, and community engagement has solidified our reputation as trusted consultants. We mobilize equipment and personnel across air- and water-access-only communities, leveraging seasonal constraints to deliver timely results. Our staff's deep understanding of Alaska's cultural and environmental landscape ensures project success in extreme conditions. We maintain transparency through detailed reporting, on-site supervision, and comprehensive project closeout documentation. Summit Consulting Services continues to innovate waste management systems while preserving our legacy of excellence in rural infrastructure development.
Services
Construction Management
Engineering Services
Rural Waste Management
Project Planning
Design Services
Equipment Sales
Community Development
Landfill Design
Permitting Services
Remote Site Logistics
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have successfully managed over 50 rural Alaska projects since 1995
- Our team specializes in construction logistics for remote air/water-access communities
- We implement proven methods for minimizing project delays in extreme conditions
- Our staff includes arctic engineering experts with 45+ years of local experience
- We offer tailored waste management solutions designed for Alaska's unique challenges
Services
Construction Management
Summit Consulting Services provides comprehensive construction management services for remote Alaskan projects. Our team handles cost estimation, material procurement, logistics coordination, and on-site supervision. We specialize in executing projects in air- and water-access-only communities with seasonal constraints.
Rural Waste Management
We develop specialized waste management systems for rural Alaska including burn boxes, trash trailers, and landfill designs. Our equipment reduces environmental impact while meeting regulatory standards. We also provide training and funding assistance for community implementation.
Engineering Services
Our engineering team offers feasibility studies, arctic design, and environmental permitting for Alaskan infrastructure. We focus on constructability reviews and tailored solutions that address extreme climate conditions and remote location challenges.
Equipment Sales
Summit sells purpose-built equipment for rural waste management including burn boxes, honey bucket dump trucks, and transport trailers. All equipment is designed for Alaska's harsh environment and includes setup assistance and operational training.
Community Development
We partner with Alaskan municipalities and tribal organizations to develop infrastructure that meets community needs. Our services include grant writing, project planning, and implementation support for sanitation and utility improvements.
People
David Cramer
President
50-year Alaska resident with 45 years of construction management experience. Specializes in remote project execution and rural infrastructure development across Alaska's challenging terrain.
Kathy Cramer
Vice President
Supports construction management operations with extensive administrative and project coordination experience in Alaska's unique regulatory environment.
Eric Cramer
Project Manager
Manages construction projects with expertise in remote site logistics and equipment procurement for Alaska's seasonal access constraints.
Heather Gross
Engineering Manager
Licensed professional engineer with specialized knowledge in arctic infrastructure design and environmental permitting for Alaskan communities.
DaWayne Constantine
Rural Waste Management Director
Develops waste management solutions tailored to rural Alaska's needs, including equipment selection and implementation strategies for remote communities.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide full-cycle construction management including project planning, equipment procurement, on-site supervision, and quality control for remote Alaskan infrastructure projects.
Do you work outside Alaska?
Our focus remains exclusively on Alaska's unique environmental and logistical challenges, serving communities from our Tok, Anchorage, and Fairbanks offices.
What waste management solutions are available?
We offer burn boxes, trash trailers, honey bucket dump trucks, and landfill designs specifically engineered for rural Alaskan conditions.
How do you handle remote project logistics?
We coordinate seasonal barge shipments, air freight, and specialized transport methods to deliver equipment and materials to air/water-access-only communities.
What engineering expertise do you have?
Our team specializes in arctic engineering, environmental permitting, feasibility studies, and constructability reviews for Alaska's extreme conditions.
How can communities obtain funding for projects?
We assist with grant applications through federal programs like EPA, USDA RD, and HUD, as well as state and tribal funding sources.