Project Engineer — Building Division, Maui

Job overview

The Project Engineer role is based in Honolulu, HI, with assignments to projects on Maui. Compensation starts at $85,000 per year. The role supports Hawaiian Dredging Construction Company’s Building Division and its commercial and residential construction projects. The engineer supports project execution through contract administration, cost and schedule coordination, field support, subcontractor management, material control, safety, and quality. This work helps deliver projects efficiently and in line with contract requirements and company standards.

What you'll do

• Assist with prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and letters of intent
• prepare and track submittals, RFIs, clarifications, permits, and material procurement
• coordinate with owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers
• administer project documentation
• prepare and negotiate contract changes
• support cost control, forecasting, and progress reporting
• coordinate construction activities, schedules, and field issues
• review shop drawings and submittals
• coordinate vendors, deliveries, and logistics
• support material control, safety, and quality
• may mentor or supervise junior project engineers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

project engineer

building division

maui projects

honolulu hi

hawaiian dredging

construction

project administration

cost management

subcontractor coordination

safety and quality

starting salary $85,000

weekend work

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage
• FSA
• life and travel insurance
• short- and long-term disability
• PTO and paid holidays
• wellness programs
• EAP
• 401(k) match
• profit sharing
• career development
• paid training and certifications.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a related field and at least four years of construction experience. Work may include overtime and weekends; travel to project sites across the Big Island is described as inherent to the role.

About the employer

Hawaiian Dredging Construction Company, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. Sector: 23.