Construction Jobs in Hawaii with H-1B Sponsorship

H-1B visa sponsorship construction jobs in Hawaii are concentrated in Honolulu and driven by large-scale infrastructure, hospitality, and military projects across the islands. Firms like Hensel Phelps, Albert C. Kobayashi, and Nordic PCL Construction have supported complex builds here. Roles in structural engineering, project management, and civil design are the most common H-1B pathways in the state's construction sector.

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Overview

Open Jobs165+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type92% On-site
Salary Range$65K – $96K
Top LocationHonolulu, HI
Most JobsSunrun

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Johnson Brothers
Category Manager
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Johnson Brothers
New 13h ago
Category Manager
Johnson Brothers
Kapolei, Hawaii
Partnerships & Business Development
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Business Development
Customer Service
$65,000 - $80,000/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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Ace Hardware
Lumber Yard Associate
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Ace Hardware
New 16h ago
Lumber Yard Associate
Ace Hardware
Haleiwa, Hawaii
Customer Service & Support
Logistics & Inventory
Warehouse Operations
Inventory Control
$16/hr - $16/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Sunrun
Foreperson
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Sunrun
Added 2d ago
Foreperson
Sunrun
Kahului, Hawaii
Construction Management
Construction
Construction Labor
$31/hr - $42/hr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
High School
10,000+

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PCL Construction
Assistant Superintendent
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PCL Construction
Added 4d ago
Assistant Superintendent
PCL Construction
Lihue, Hawaii
Construction Management
$101,000/yr - $125,000/yr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Henkels & McCoy
Project Administrator III
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Added 5d ago
Project Administrator III
Henkels & McCoy
Kapolei, Hawaii
Project & Program Management
Administrative & Office Support
$21/hr - $32/hr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
High School
1,001-5,000

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Job Roles in Construction in Hawaii

Construction Management41 jobs
Engineering (Non-Software)33 jobs
Project & Program Management31 jobs
Project Management29 jobs
Sales26 jobs
Specialized Engineering24 jobs
Construction Labor22 jobs
Construction21 jobs
Customer Service & Support17 jobs
Manufacturing Operations15 jobs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which construction companies sponsor H-1B visas in Hawaii?

Hawaii's H-1B construction sponsors tend to be larger general contractors and engineering firms with federal or commercial project portfolios. Companies like Hensel Phelps, Nordic PCL Construction, Albert C. Kobayashi, and Wilson Okamoto Corporation have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications in Hawaii. Multinational engineering firms with island offices, including AECOM and Jacobs, also appear in Department of Labor disclosure data for Hawaii-based positions.

Which cities in Hawaii have the most construction H-1B sponsorship jobs?

Honolulu accounts for the large majority of construction H-1B sponsorship activity in Hawaii, driven by its concentration of commercial development, military construction contracts, and infrastructure projects. Pearl City and Kapolei on Oahu also see activity tied to rail and mixed-use development. On neighbor islands, Kahului in Maui and Hilo on the Big Island have smaller but active construction markets, though H-1B sponsorship there is less common.

What types of construction roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Hawaii?

H-1B sponsorship in construction requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning it must normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. In Hawaii, roles that meet this threshold most consistently include civil engineers, structural engineers, geotechnical engineers, construction project managers with engineering degrees, and architects. General trades, site supervision without an engineering credential, and superintendent roles typically do not qualify.

How do I find construction H-1B sponsorship jobs in Hawaii?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter by visa type, industry, and state to surface construction roles in Hawaii where employers are open to H-1B sponsorship. This saves time compared to manually reviewing job postings that rarely state sponsorship availability upfront. Because Hawaii's construction market is smaller than mainland metros, setting up alerts on Migrate Mate for new Hawaii construction postings helps you move quickly when relevant roles appear.

Are there any Hawaii-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in construction?

Hawaii's island geography creates some practical considerations. Many construction employers are smaller local firms that may not have prior H-1B filing experience, which can affect their willingness to sponsor. Projects tied to U.S. military installations, which are significant in Hawaii, sometimes involve security requirements that can complicate international hires. The state's high cost of living also shapes employer compensation benchmarks, which must meet Department of Labor prevailing wage standards for the H-1B petition to proceed.

What is the prevailing wage for H-1B construction jobs in Hawaii?

U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.

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