Construction Project Manager - Hilo

HAWAIIAN ELECTRIC CO.; Hilo, Northern (HI, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaiian Electric Companies is seeking a Construction Project Manager to plan and oversee T&D electrical construction projects. You will lead on-site contractors and inspectors, ensuring compliance with design standards, safety protocols, and schedules.

The role requires extensive experience in electrical construction, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and stakeholders effectively.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in construction of overhead, underground, or substation electrical facilities.
• Journeyman (T&D) certification is desirable.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating with contractors.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and manage construction of T&D electrical projects.
• Direct on-site contractors and inspectors to ensure safety and quality.
• Review contracts and bids for constructability and cost efficiency.
• Maintain daily project records and report incidents and progress.
• Coordinate meetings to improve workforce knowledge and communications.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Contractor supervision

Budgeting

Safety compliance

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Job description

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We recognize our competitive advantage -- our people. We believe in our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the continued success of the company.

Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.

Applications will be screened based on the information provided; in order to assist us in determining qualifications, please upload a current resume and take some time to update your employment information, certifications, etc. The information will flow over to your profile.

Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled.

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION

The H ZL PLANNING & CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Department of the P OPERATIONS PLANNING & CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role: Professional)

JOB FUNCTION

Plans, coordinates and manages construction of various T & D electrical projects. Provides work direction and oversees the work of external contractors and construction inspectors to safely and efficiently complete electrical projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manages, directs and monitors on-site contracted T & D Electrical Work (underground and overhead transmission and distribution, underground residential developments and substation), to ensure compliance with required design standards, specifications, drawings, schedules, and safety standards. Acts as the Department’s point of contact, and/or representative, for inquiries/complaints; and, as appropriate and formally or informally, ensures contractor complies.
• Plans, acquires/arranges necessary Holdoffs, Limited Holdoffs and other electrical clearances for assigned projects.
• Reviews construction contract packages making recommendations relating to the constructability of the project by resolving design, bid, and field problems. Advises contractors on construction methods. Reviews and approves invoices for accuracy. Continually reviews bidding procedures to maximize costs and efficiencies. Continually reviews contracting and/or bidding procedures to identify opportunities for costs savings, efficiencies, etc.
• Maintains project daily records and prepares incident and other project reports to maximize overall performance of the work group. Attends contracting and project meetings.
• Plans, schedules and conducts meetings (including safety, training, informational, etc.) to encourage/foster lines of communication between various levels of the workforce and to maintain, increase and/or improve workforce knowledge and skills; manages performance of employees, trains and develops personnel towards an effective and skilled workforce.
• Interacts with employees and other internal and external suppliers and customers in a positive, supportive and collaborative manner to ensure their fulfillment of company strategic objectives.
• Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of T & D electrical construction methods and the ability to apply this knowledge in the management of T & D electrical construction sites.
• Thorough knowledge of hold-off procedures. Must be able to qualify to accept and return holdoffs, limited holdoffs, and electrical work clearances on electrical facilities.
• Working knowledge of Hawaii construction laws, construction contracting, scheduling, estimating and cost tracking.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA and HECO safety and construction standards and specifications.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and/or mainframe systems and related software applications such as; spreadsheets, word processing, etc.
• Working knowledge of LEAN continuous improvement principles and best practices to achieve operational excellence.
• Working knowledge of SafeStart principles and best practices to achieve a safe workplace environment.

Skills Requirements

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills and abilities to work with a variety of individuals occasionally dealing with sensitive, difficult or confrontational issues.
• Demonstrated ability to provide work direction to contractors.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to work with and influence contractors and consumers.
• Ability to handle difficult or sensitive challenges while using tact, courtesy, and discretion.
• Ability to remain flexible in a demanding field environment and to handle problems as they arise.
• Effective process management skills to organize resources and activities in order to improve and integrate work processes.
• Strong organizational and planning skills to multitask.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Hawaii or another U.S. state. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety needs.

Experience Requirements

• Extensive (7 or more years) experience in the construction of overhead, underground, and/or substation electrical facilities.
• Certification as a journeyman (T&D) is desirable.
• Few (1-2) years of related work experience in a team lead capacity or equivalent preferred.

Role: Professional

Number of Vacancies: 1

Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Construction Project Manager [Req ID 10730] position is $99,900.00 to $127,500.00. The person selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications.

About Hawaiian Electric Companies

Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs.

The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds, the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come. Visit us at http://hawaiianelectric.com .

EEO Statement

Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Affiliate Disclaimer

The relationship between Hawaiian Electric and unregulated, energy-related affiliate companies is governed by the Affiliate Transaction Requirements (ATRs) established by the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC). The ATRs were established with the PUC's Decision and Order No. 35962 issued on December 19, 2018, and subsequently modified by Order No. 36112, issued on January 24, 2019, in Docket No. 2018-0065. With Decision and Order No. 42409, issued on March 23, 2026, in Docket No. 2025-0391, the PUC indefinitely suspended certain sections of the ATRs.

The ATRs address many issues related to Hawaiian Electric's interactions and transactions with Affiliates and Affiliate-Related Entities. If you'd like more information about these rules/regulations, you can email [e-mail].