Civil Engineer Jobs in Hawaii

The Opportunity

Alpha Inc. is looking for a Civil Project Engineer who can bring precision to the plan, urgency to the field, and ownership to every detail.

This is not a “hide behind spreadsheets and wait for direction” role. This is a boots-on-the-ground, plans-in-hand, problems-get-solved kind of position.

You’ll support the technical heartbeat of civil construction projects — helping turn drawings, schedules, budgets, contracts, and field realities into work that gets done safely, accurately, and on time. You’ll partner with Project Managers, foremen, subcontractors, vendors, clients, and internal teams to keep projects moving when the pressure is real and the margin for error is thin.

If you are sharp with details, calm in the chaos, hungry to learn, and wired to build things that actually matter to Hawai'i, this may be your next move.

About Alpha Inc.

Alpha Inc. is a locally rooted Hawai'i company leading work across construction, drilling, renewable energy, and concrete services. The company’s commitment is focused on building resilient infrastructure, supporting local communities, and protecting Hawai?i’s natural environment for future generations.

We live by three core values that shape how we work, lead, and show up for each other:

• Leading with Heart – We lead with humility, respect, teaching, learning, and care for the people around us.
• Strength in Unity – We work as one team across departments, divisions, and jobsites because the best outcomes are built together.
• Alpha Mentality – We bring grit, accountability, innovation, and relentless follow-through to every challenge.

As a Civil Project Engineer, you’ll be expected to carry those values into the details: the reports, the meetings, the field coordination, the client updates, and the decisions that keep projects moving.

What You Will Do

As Civil Project Engineer, you’ll help drive the technical and operational execution of civil construction projects from planning through completion.

Support Project Execution Like an Owner

Assist in planning, organizing, and executing project activities in partnership with Project Managers.

Track milestones, deadlines, deliverables, and project progress to help ensure work stays on schedule and aligned with project requirements.

Support Project Managers as needed across project coordination, documentation, issue resolution, and field execution.

Turn Plans Into Action

Review drawings, blueprints, specifications, geotechnical reports, and project documents to support accurate planning and execution.

Use design software, drawing tools, Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat, and related systems to help communicate designs, details, revisions, and project information clearly.

Identify gaps, conflicts, or constructability issues early — before they become expensive problems in the field.

Keep Budgets, Schedules, and Scope Tight

Assist in preparing estimates, budgets, schedules, and project plans.

Review project scope and help adjust plans as needed to stay within financial, contractual, and timeline expectations.

Support the preparation and tracking of purchase orders, change orders, contracts, and other project controls.

Own the Documentation

Prepare and maintain progress reports, material delivery logs, budget updates, meeting notes, and project records.

Ensure project information is accurate, current, and accessible to the people who need it.

Track project performance and help verify that work is completed according to specifications, schedules, and client expectations.

Solve Problems Before They Grow Teeth

Investigate project-related issues, conflicts, delays, or coordination challenges.

Work with Project Managers, foremen, subcontractors, and internal teams to resolve work procedures and construction problems quickly and professionally.

Bring solutions — not excuses — when the project hits friction.

Protect Quality, Safety, and Trust

Help enforce Alpha’s safety standards and ensure work is completed in compliance with company protocols, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

Monitor and verify work quality to ensure it meets Alpha’s standards and client specifications.

Support strong client relationships by communicating clearly, handling concerns professionally, and helping create smooth project transitions.

Communicate Across the Crew

Attend project meetings and communicate key updates, risks, issues, and progress with project teams and stakeholders.

Build trust with field teams, office teams, clients, subcontractors, and vendors through clear communication and reliable follow-through.

What You Bring

• You are organized without being rigid, technical without being arrogant, and ambitious without needing your hand held.
• You know that great projects are built through preparation, communication, and accountability — and you want to be part of a team that takes pride in doing the hard things well.

Required Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in civil engineering, construction, project engineering, or project management.
• Strong technical understanding of construction processes, procedures, documentation, and field coordination.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer license preferred.
• OSHA certifications or other relevant industry certifications are a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.
• Experience with Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat, project management systems, and project management/accounting software preferred.

Skills & Mindset

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to keep multiple moving pieces organized.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong follow-through and the discipline to keep documentation clean, current, and accurate.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities without losing sight of schedule, cost, quality, or safety.
• Comfort working with Project Managers, foremen, subcontractors, vendors, clients, and internal teams.
• Knowledge of construction safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• A continuous-improvement mindset — you look for better ways to build, communicate, track, and deliver.

Why Alpha?

At Alpha Inc., you will not be another name in a project folder. You will be part of a team building infrastructure that supports Hawai?i’s communities, economy, and future.

You’ll work on meaningful civil construction projects with people who care about doing the job right.

You’ll learn from experienced builders, operators, engineers, and project leaders.

You’ll be challenged to grow technically, professionally, and personally.

You’ll join a company where heart, unity, and grit are not slogans — they are expectations.

Benefits & Perks

Alpha Inc. offers a competitive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

• 100% company-paid Medical/Dental/Vision (family coverage)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) (vacation, personal, and sick time) that increases with tenure
• Paid holidays
• Weekly pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Eligible after 1 month of service (age 18+), with a Safe Harbor match (100% on the first 3%, 50% on the next 2%) with immediate vesting.
• Life & AD&D insurance (company-paid, with family coverage)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (24/7 confidential support)
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $500/year)
• Company-provided equipment (role dependent)
• Additional perks (Aflac supplemental coverage + employee discounts)
• Employee Ambassador Program: A dedicated, real-human support resource to help you navigate life’s challenges—personal or professional—by connecting you to guidance, resources, and solutions when you need them most.

Benefits eligibility may vary based on role and employment status.

Conditions of Employment

Employment at Alpha Inc. is contingent upon:

• Completion of standard pre-employment screening.
• Successful completion of a background check conducted after a conditional offer; any prior issues will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis consistent with Hawai'i and federal law.
• Passing a drug test (for both full-time and part-time hires) conducted in line with Hawai'i statutory requirements.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; we are unable to sponsor employment visas. Employment eligibility will be verified upon hire.

If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact us at careers@alphahawaii.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Alpha Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on any protected status under federal or Hawai'i law, and we provide equal opportunity in all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, and training.