Erich Schaal, P.E.

Juneau ASCE Engineer of the Year 2019 Juneau ASCE Chapter Feb 2020 Juneau ASCE Engineer of the Year 2019

Docks & Harbors Employee of the Quarter Award Docks & Harbors Port Director Jun 2015 Mr. Erich Schaal is recognized for his superlative performance from the period of April to July 2015 as the Docks & Harbors Employee of the Quarter. During this period, Erich was engaged in ongoing construction projects, deign reviews of future projects, management of contracts requiring fiduciary oversight; and, spearheading the stand-up of an asset management system for the department.Erich was instrumental in ensuring the $11M Aurora Harbor Phase I project was completed on time and… Show more Mr. Erich Schaal is recognized for his superlative performance from the period of April to July 2015 as the Docks & Harbors Employee of the Quarter. During this period, Erich was engaged in ongoing construction projects, deign reviews of future projects, management of contracts requiring fiduciary oversight; and, spearheading the stand-up of an asset management system for the department.Erich was instrumental in ensuring the $11M Aurora Harbor Phase I project was completed on time and with minimal change orders. Diligently managing the construction needs with prospective harbor patron expectations, he aptly coordinated a smooth transition from contractor to customer on the anticipated date of completion. Concurrent with the Aurora Harbor project, he competently represents Docks & Harbors interests in the $12M Statter Harbor Launch Ramp Facility through technical oversight, negotiations with the contractor and liaison with City and State officials.Erich has been tasked with executing design and construction contracts to improve the safety at many of our facilities. Work with a local welder, Erich as been prototyping a rescue ladder for fabrication for Statter and Aurora Harbors. Additionally, he has been developing viable options to mitigate the risks associated with the Stater Breakwater openings. Innovate by nature, Erich always pursues solutions enhancing the end users ability to access our facilities - such as ladders and safety improvements at the Intermediate Vessel Float and Taku Dock.Erich is uniquely qualified to lead efforts within the department to create an asset management tool to improve processes in our stewardship of Docks & Harbors physical properties. His acute reasoning skills led him to explore, research and execute a commercial software system contract which will allow Docks & Harbors to more efficiency administer maintenance and repairs.His dedicated and professional service to Docks & Harbors is commendable and worthy of recognition. Show less