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Read expert articles from Fremontii, LLC on commercial construction in Alaska. Discover insights on project management, owner’s representation, budgeting, and building in remote and urban regions.
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HVAC Controls in Alaska: Smarter Systems for Extreme Cold
From schools and hospitals to municipal buildings and research facilities, smart HVAC controls empower project managers, facility operators, and building owners to monitor, adjust, and optimize system performance from a computer screen in their office or remotely on a tablet or a mobile phone App. In Alaska, where every BTU and cost counts, these systems deliver measurable value.
John Mortensen
4 days ago8 min read


Remote Construction Project Management in Alaska
Fusion Welding Water Pipe in King Salmon, Alaska
John Mortensen
Oct 243 min read


Electrical Safety in Alaska’s Older Buildings: How Project Managers Help Owners and Facilities Reduce Risk
Fremontii project manager oversees electrical system upgrades at a remote Alaska site to ensure safety and compliance.
John Mortensen
Oct 174 min read


Subcontractor Project Manager vs Employee - Which Saves You More?
Hiring a subcontractor project manager can save Alaska owners and contractors up to 40% compared to a full-time employee. No payroll taxes, no downtime, and no hidden costs — just expert oversight when it’s needed most. Fremontii, LLC delivers proven, flexible project management across Alaska’s commercial and public construction markets.
John Mortensen
Oct 105 min read


Why You Need an Owner’s Representative for Building in Alaska
Embarking on a commercial construction project in Alaska is not for the faint of heart. The state’s remoteness, harsh climate, logistical constraints, and limited pool of skilled labor make every project uniquely challenging. For the average business owner, nonprofit leader, or public-sector entity, trying to manage a major capital project without expert guidance is akin to navigating the Arctic without a map. That is where an Owner’s Representative / Construction Project Man
John Mortensen
Oct 34 min read


Working with the US Military’s IRT
A construction project that took place in 2024 in a remote Alaska environment presented unique human resources, or HR, challenges and...
John Mortensen
May 24 min read
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