Construction Project Engineer

LAUKOA

Honolulu (HI)

On-site

USD 72,000 - 115,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible work environment

Critical illness coverage

Accident insurance

Identity theft coverage

Pet insurance

Job summary

LAUKOA in Hawaii is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support federal construction projects across Hawaii and the Pacific region. You will join the project delivery team, providing technical, administrative, and quality management support throughout all phases of construction.

This role emphasizes Quality Control and compliance with contract requirements, including UFCs, UFGS, and DoD standards. A degreed engineer with strong organizational skills is preferred, with growth into quality

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Construction Engineering or related field from an accredited four-year college.
1–3 years of construction, engineering, or project management experience preferred.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specs, and contract documents.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit and Bluebeam are highly desirable.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Valid driver’s license and ability to access military installations.

Responsibilities

Support Project Managers and Superintendents in the planning, execution, and closeout of federal construction projects.
Assist with project scheduling, procurement tracking, cost control, and subcontractor coordination.
Review construction drawings, specifications, and contract requirements for compliance and constructability.
Prepare and manage RFIs, submittals, design reviews, meeting minutes, and project correspondence.
Track project deliverables and maintain project documentation in accordance with company and client requirements.
Support project progress reporting and schedule updates.
Assist in implementing and administering project-specific Quality Control Plans.
Conduct daily quality inspections and document construction activities.
Verify work is performed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, UFCs, UFGS and codes.
Maintain quality control documentation and logs.
Coordinate and track inspections and testing.
Support testing and commissioning activities and verify corrective actions.
Assist with subcontractor quality performance and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Task management

Detail oriented

Coordination skills

Organizational skills

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Construction Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

LAUKOA brings together a diverse portfolio of companies delivering mission‑critical services to the Department of Defense, federal agencies, and commercial organizations. From environmental stewardship and infrastructure support to technology, operations, maintenance, and construction services, we help clients accomplish their goals through expertise, innovation, and trusted partnerships. Rooted in Native Hawaiian values, we are committed to delivering results that strengthen organizations, communities, and future generations.

Whether you’re building critical infrastructure in Greenland, supporting federal health programs in Florida, or protecting ecosystems in the Pacific, LAUKOA brings together people who care about what they do.

Current job opportunities withLAUKOA are posted here as they become available. Check back often for new positions!

Mahalo for your interest in this role!

Position Summary

LAUKOA is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to support the execution of federal construction projects throughout Hawaii and the Pacific region. The Project Engineer will serve as a key member of the project delivery team, providing technical, administrative, and quality management support throughout all phases of construction.

This position will have a strong emphasis on Quality Control (QC) and construction compliance, ensuring projects are executed in accordance with contract requirements, specifications, approved submittals, and applicable federal regulations. The ideal candidate is a degreed engineer with strong organizational skills, construction knowledge, and a desire to grow into a quality management leadership role.

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is not required.

Annual Salary: $72000.00 - $115,000.00 based on interview and experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Support Project Managers and Superintendents in the planning, execution, and closeout of federal construction projects.
Assist with project scheduling, procurement tracking, cost control, and subcontractor coordination.
Review construction drawings, specifications, and contract requirements for compliance and constructability.
Prepare and manage Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, design reviews, meeting minutes, and project correspondence.
Track project deliverables and maintain project documentation in accordance with company and client requirements.
Support project progress reporting and schedule updates.

Quality Control

Assist in the implementation and administration of project-specific Quality Control Plans.
Conduct daily quality inspections and document construction activities.
Verify work is performed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, UFCs, UFGS requirements, and applicable codes.
Maintain quality control documentation, including inspection reports, testing logs, deficiency logs, and quality records.
Coordinate and track preparatory, initial, and follow-up inspections.
Support testing and commissioning activities and verify completion of corrective actions.
Assist with managing subcontractor quality performance and ensuring compliance with contract requirements.
Participate in government inspections and quality assurance meetings.
Ensure compliance with USACE, NAVFAC, DoD, and other federal agency requirements.
Assist with contract administration and documentation associated with design-build and design-bid-build projects.
Support project teams during audits, inspections, and turnover activities.
Maintain familiarity with federal construction standards including UFCs, EM 385-1-1, and agency-specific requirements.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited four-year college or university.
1-3 years of construction, engineering, or project management experience preferred.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit and Bluebeam are highly desirable.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Valid driver’s license and ability to access military installations.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience on federal construction projects with USACE, NAVFAC, Air Force, Army, or other federal agencies.
Experience with Quality Control programs and inspection processes.
Familiarity with design‑build project delivery.
Knowledge of RMS, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar construction management software.
Current USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM-C) certification or ability to obtain upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to identify and resolve construction issues proactively.
Effective coordination and communication with project stakeholders.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative project team.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform site inspections on active construction sites.
Ability to walk uneven terrain, climb ladders, and access construction areas.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

This position is designed as a developmental role with a pathway toward Quality Control Manager, or Senior Project Engineer positions. LAUKOA is committed to investing in employee development through mentorship, training, and increasing levels of project responsibility.

We are an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We offer a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.