Construction Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Maunaloa (HI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management firm is looking for an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead upgrades at the NOAA research campus in Hawaii. The role requires oversight of federal projects, managing logistics in high-altitude conditions, and ensuring safety and profitability. Candidates should have over 5 years of project management experience, with strong electrical distribution and mechanical system expertise. This position offers growth opportunities in federal scientific projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in project management, especially in federal/industrial renovations.
• Proven leadership and mentoring in high-altitude sites.
• Ability to manage stress and emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee profitable activities for federal projects.
• Supervise projects; mentor staff for high-stakes settings.
• Ensure profitability via efficient execution.

Skills

Project management

Electrical distribution expertise

Mechanical/HVAC

Business acumen

Communication

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management

Tools

MS Suite/Project

AutoCAD

Procore

Job description

EPC Service is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead upgrades to the NOAA research campus on Mauna Loa, Hawaii, at elevations over 13,000 feet. These projects focus on general construction with an emphasis on electrical distribution, requiring a "safety first" mindset, adaptability to high-altitude challenges, and commitment to environmental sustainability in a sensitive scientific environment.

Summary of Responsibilities

The Project Manager oversees profitable administrative and field activities for multiple federal projects ($250k–$5M), directing teams (engineers, administrators, foremen, subcontractors) and building stakeholder relationships with NOAA and government entities. Emphasis on electrical/mechanical systems; serves as EPC interface to the U.S. Federal Government.

Essential Functions

• Provide top-tier customer service, adapting to high-altitude and research priorities.
• Ensure profitability via efficient execution, managing logistics like weather and remote access.
• Apply construction expertise with a safety focus, mitigating altitude risks (e.g., hypoxia, winds, volcanic hazards).
• Supervise complex projects independently; mentor and develop staff for high-stakes settings.
• Lead teams to meet contract timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Develop/manage budgets, work plans, and subcontractor oversight per government specs.
• Champion safety culture; handle reporting, invoicing, and approvals.
• Understand electrical distribution, mechanical/plumbing/HVAC systems, and regulations.
• Adjust schedules flexibly; communicate risks/successes proactively.
• Resolve disputes with management/legal; balance resources.

Required Experience

• 5+ years in project management, preferring federal/industrial renovations in remote/high-altitude sites; proven leadership and mentoring.
• Expertise in electrical distribution, mechanical/HVAC, plumbing, automation/SCADA.
• Key skills: Business acumen, communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, adaptability.
• Proficient in MS Suite/Project, AutoCAD, Procore; knowledge of FAR/DFAR, RMS/QCS.
• Large electrical/mechanical project management; commissioning (Cx/RCx); sustainable practices or volcanic site experience.
• Ability to handle stress and emergencies.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's/Master's in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.

Required Licenses and Certificates

• LEED; vocational licenses a plus; high-altitude safety/OSHA certifications desirable.

Security Clearance

• U.S. eligible for Federal Security Clearance (active).

Working Conditions

• Mix of trailer office and on-site work at 13k+ feet; exposure to hazards, extreme weather, thin air.
• Managing NOAA campus upgrades; moderate overtime, <10% travel.
• Opportunity for growth in prestigious federal scientific projects.