Hawaii Onsite Construction Manager - Project Leader

SSFM International; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SSFM International invites a Construction Manager to lead transportation and infrastructure projects on Hawaii Island, serving as the primary field liaison among SSFM, HDOT, and contractors. You will guide delivery, enforce safety, and manage documentation and change processes.

Ideal candidates have a Civil/Construction Management degree (or equivalent), 7+ years of experience, and strong scheduling, cost control, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in construction management or transportation construction.
• Proven experience managing construction projects and administering contracts.
• Strong understanding of scheduling, cost control, contract administration, change management, and documentation.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience collaborating with contractors, owners, and multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day construction management activities and ensure work complies with contract documents and HDOT requirements.
• Serve as SSFM's onsite representative, building relationships with HDOT, contractors, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Monitor schedule, cost, progress, and quality; identify delays, conflicts, or potential claims.
• Lead construction progress meetings and coordinate communications across parties.
• Review and process submittals, RFIs, schedules, payment apps, and change requests.
• Administer and negotiate change orders and contract modifications.
• Direct and support inspectors and project staff; ensure safety and compliance.
• Maintain logs, documentation, and correspondence; prepare reports and progress estimates.
• Conduct field observations, punchlists, and closeout activities.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to SSFM and HDOT leadership.
• Represent SSFM with professionalism in client and contractor engagements.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Management

Job description

SSFM International invites a Construction Manager to lead transportation and infrastructure projects on Hawaii Island, serving as the primary field liaison among SSFM, HDOT, and contractors. You will guide delivery, enforce safety, and manage documentation and change processes.

Ideal candidates have a Civil/Construction Management degree (or equivalent), 7+ years of experience, and strong scheduling, cost control, and communication skills.