Construction Project Engineer Jobs in Hawaii
Construction Project Engineer jobs in Hawaii concentrate in federal defense construction, resort and hospitality development, and public infrastructure, with demand at every level from entry-level field engineer to senior project lead. Most hiring activity is in Honolulu, with additional openings in Kailua-Kona and Kahului, where employers like AECOM, Hensel Phelps, and Nan Inc. maintain steady workforces. The most in-demand specialties are federal and military construction, civil infrastructure, and ground-up commercial development. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Requisition ID: 182124
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Building Group
Department: Project Engineering
Market: Building
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the administrative and technical aspects of constructing a project, managing a team of field and cost engineers. In this role, you will be the main conduit of information between the Project or Construction Manager and the team for cost, revenue, cash flow information; and therefore requires strong interpersonal and time management skills. Project Engineers may work as the Project Manager on some of our smaller projects and will be expected to develop the team below them.
District Overview
Kiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail and special-use facilities and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services. During the past 10 years, Kiewit has performed construction services for more than 1,100 vertical construction projects, totaling $7.5 billion in revenue.
Location
This position will be based out of our Honolulu, HI market to lead & support vertical construction projects.
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduling of the project
- Revenue, cost, and cash flow management
- Temp engineering
- Permanent design management and quality control
- Project closeout
- Client relations
- Assist in Operations planning
- Administer contracts and subcontracts
Qualifications
- Ability to travel and relocate as needed
- Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or equivalent required.
- 5+ years’ work experience in construction or engineering, vertical construction is preferred.
- 2+ years' experience managing engineers and project subcontractors
- Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents
- Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
- Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
- Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
- Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
- Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
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- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
Base Compensation: $110,000 - $160,000
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 182124
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Building Group
Department: Project Engineering
Market: Building
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the administrative and technical aspects of constructing a project, managing a team of field and cost engineers. In this role, you will be the main conduit of information between the Project or Construction Manager and the team for cost, revenue, cash flow information; and therefore requires strong interpersonal and time management skills. Project Engineers may work as the Project Manager on some of our smaller projects and will be expected to develop the team below them.
District Overview
Kiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail and special-use facilities and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services. During the past 10 years, Kiewit has performed construction services for more than 1,100 vertical construction projects, totaling $7.5 billion in revenue.
Location
This position will be based out of our Honolulu, HI market to lead & support vertical construction projects.
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduling of the project
- Revenue, cost, and cash flow management
- Temp engineering
- Permanent design management and quality control
- Project closeout
- Client relations
- Assist in Operations planning
- Administer contracts and subcontracts
Qualifications
- Ability to travel and relocate as needed
- Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or equivalent required.
- 5+ years’ work experience in construction or engineering, vertical construction is preferred.
- 2+ years' experience managing engineers and project subcontractors
- Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents
- Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
- Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
- Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
- Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
- Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
#LI-TD28
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
Base Compensation: $110,000 - $160,000
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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The qualifications that appear most often in construction project engineer jobs across Hawaii.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management from an accredited program
- Active EIT certification or Professional Engineer license recognized by the Hawaii Board of Professional Engineers
- Two or more years of field experience on commercial, civil, or federal construction projects
- Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Bluebeam
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
- Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards and Hawaii construction permitting requirements
Construction Project Engineer Jobs in Hawaii: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction project engineer in Hawaii?
Start with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a closely related field, then register as an Engineer Intern through the Hawaii Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors after passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam. Most Hawaii employers expect candidates to pursue full Professional Engineer licensure over time. Large federal and state contractors on the islands also value project management certifications such as the PMP, which strengthens a candidate's standing for senior assignments.
How much do construction project engineers make in Hawaii?
Construction project engineers in Hawaii earn a median of about $94,280 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $62,900 for the lowest 10% to over $131,810 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire construction project engineers in Hawaii?
Employers hiring construction project engineers in Hawaii right now include Jobot, Grace Pacific, and Orion Marine, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hawaii's mix of federal defense contracts, state public works projects, and resort development means demand is spread across both large national contractors and locally rooted firms like Nan Inc. and Sunstone Hotel Investors' preferred builders.
Which Hawaii cities have the most construction project engineer jobs?
Honolulu, Maui, and ‘Aiea have the most construction project engineer openings in Hawaii. Honolulu drives the largest share because it is home to the state government, major military installations at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, and the bulk of commercial and hospitality development. Kailua-Kona and Kahului follow, supported by resort expansion and infrastructure projects tied to Hawaii Island and Maui's growing visitor economy.
Are there remote construction project engineer jobs in Hawaii?
Yes, but they're rare. Construction project engineering is fundamentally an on-site discipline, so most roles require a physical presence on the project. About 0% of construction project engineer openings tied to Hawaii are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to cover pre-construction planning, estimating, or document control functions that can be handled off-site before a project breaks ground.
How can I get hired as a construction project engineer in Hawaii with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or co-op with a large Hawaii contractor during your final year of college. Firms like Hensel Phelps and AECOM run structured internship programs on their Hawaii federal and civil projects that often convert to full-time offers. Candidates who have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and earned their Engineer Intern registration with the Hawaii Board of Professional Engineers stand out immediately. Entry-level titles to target include field engineer, project engineer assistant, and construction coordinator.
Where can I find and apply to construction project engineer jobs in Hawaii?
You can find and apply to construction project engineer jobs in Hawaii on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the islands. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your experience and target location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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