Construction Manager

Hawaiian Design + Build; Koloa (HI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits package

Job summary

Hawaiian Design + Build in Kauai is seeking a Construction Manager to guide daily field activity, turning design decisions into on-site execution and coordinating teams across the project lifecycle.

Based in Koloa, this on-site role requires practical construction knowledge, clear communication, and the ability to read plans and use project software. A competitive salary and benefits package accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating field work and leading teams on construction projects.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to translate priorities into on-site actions.
• Excellent communication to keep field teams aligned and informed.
• Proficient with software used to manage projects and field information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily construction activities and field priorities.
• Provide clear direction to construction team members.
• Work with project management to organize upcoming tasks.
• Review project plans and communicate details to the field team.
• Monitor progress and identify issues affecting completion.
• Help resolve quality concerns and ensure workmanship.
• Communicate questions, changes, and resource needs promptly.
• Use construction software to maintain and share project information.
• Support safe, organized job sites.

Skills

Construction experience

Plan reading

Task organization

On-site coordination

Clear communication

Software use

Tools

CoConstruct

Job description

Hawaiian Design + Build

Construction Manager

Location: Koloa, HI -- on-site, primarily supporting projects in the Koloa-Poipu area

Salary: $95,000 - $110,000 annually, based on experience

Lead the field work. Help turn design decisions into well-executed construction.

If you enjoy keeping people coordinated, solving construction problems, and seeing plans take shape, Hawaiian Design + Build invites you to apply for our Construction Manager position. Our Koloa-based team brings design and construction together on Kauai. We're looking for someone who can guide daily construction activity, communicate clearly, and help the field team deliver quality work.

About the Role

You'll manage construction activity and coordinate the people and tasks needed to keep work moving. Working with the project management team, you'll help translate project priorities into clear direction on-site. This is a field leadership role for someone who combines practical construction knowledge with organization and follow-through. You should be comfortable addressing problems, communicating what needs attention, and using software to support your work.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily construction activities and field priorities.
• Provide clear direction to construction team members.
• Work with project management to organize upcoming tasks.
• Review project plans and communicate relevant details to the field team.
• Monitor work progress and identify issues that could affect completion.
• Check workmanship and help resolve quality concerns.
• Communicate construction questions, changes, and resource needs promptly.
• Use construction software to maintain and share project information.
• Support safe, organized job sites.

Required Qualifications

• Construction experience relevant to coordinating field work and leading teams.
• Practical understanding of construction processes and workmanship.
• Ability to organize tasks, communicate priorities, and follow through.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans.
• Comfort using software and learning the company's systems.
• Availability to work on-site in the Koloa area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with construction management software.
• Familiarity with CoConstruct.

Pay and Benefits

• W-2 Employment
• Pay: $95,000 - $110,000 annual base salary, based on experience.
• A company benefits package is available in addition to base salary. Specific benefits and eligibility will be discussed during hiring.
• Schedule: Full-time, primarily Monday through Friday, with schedule adjustments based on construction project needs.

Why Join Hawaiian Design + Build?

• Your leadership will have a direct effect on how the team works and how projects come together.
• You'll work with people across design, project management, and construction rather than managing field decisions in isolation.
• The company supports the development of construction management skills through practical experience and ongoing guidance.
• Bring your existing strengths and explore an opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility as your skills develop.

Hawaiian Design + Build is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.