Project Engineer

Kauai Mechanical; Hanapepe (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kauai Mechanical in Hawaii is seeking a Project Engineer to coordinate mechanical construction projects from planning to completion. Working with the Installations Manager, Estimator, Foremen, and project teams, you'll help manage schedules, materials, documentation, budgets, and day-to-day needs to keep jobs moving forward.

The ideal candidate reads plans and specifications, has experience in construction or project management, and thrives when bridging field and office teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management for construction or engineering projects.
• Ability to read and scale architectural and mechanical plans.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between Estimator, Department Manager, and Installations Foreman.
• Assist in reviewing plans and specifications for accurate bidding.
• Process job number requests, contracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Manage project documentation, materials, status monitoring, billing, and invoicing.
• Update RFIs and submittal logs.
• Prepare submittals and close-out documents.
• Create and assemble job files for handoff to team members.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, plans, and reports.
• Coordinate with clients and stakeholders to meet project goals.

Skills

Project management

Reading plans

Communication skills

Team coordination

MS Office

Bluebeam

Contract management

Education

High School Diploma

Engineering/PM degree preferred

Tools

Bluebeam

MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Job description

Career Opportunities with Kauai Mechanical

A great place to work.

Aloha and thank you for your interest in joining our team at Kauai Mechanical, Inc. As Kauai's premier commercial HVAC contractor, we specialize in delivering top-notch HVAC services across a wide range of sectors- commercial, industrial, and institutional.

What We Offer Our Customers:

We are dedicated to energy-efficient solutions, ensuring that our HVAC systems not only provide unmatched comfort but also reduce operating costs significantly, maximizing the return on investment for our clients. The best way we can serve our customers is by giving back to our community and providing "The experience you need for the quality you deserve."

Our Core Values:

• Integrity: We guarantee our workmanship.
• Quality: Taking pride and doing everything in excellence.
• Ingenuity: Providing solutions based on the best value for our customers.

Why Join Us?

At Kauai Mechanical, Inc., we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. We are looking for individuals who embody our core values and essential employee virtues of Leadership, Effective Communication and Perseverance.

Joining us means becoming part of a team that strives for Continuous Improvement,Employee Growth andTeamwork.

Your role here will not just be a job; it will be a part of a part of a journey towards excellence, innovation, and opportunity. If you are ready to contribute to a team that is shaping the future of commercial HVAC services in Kauai and beyond, we encourage you to explore our open positions and find out how you can make a difference with us.

We look forward to welcoming you to the team!

Join our team as a Project Engineer and play a key role in bringing mechanical construction projects from planning to successful completion. Working alongside our Installations Manager, Estimator, Foremen, and project teams, you’ll help coordinate schedules, materials, documentation, budgets, and day-to-day project needs to keep jobs moving forward. This is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys being at the center of a project. If you have experience in construction or project management, can read plans and specifications, and enjoy working with both field and office teams, we want to hear from you.

Job Functions

• Act as liaison between Estimator, Department Manager, and Installations Foreman.
• Assist Estimator in reviewing plans and specifications for accurate bidding.
• Process job number requests, contracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Manage project documentation, materials, status monitoring, billing, and invoicing.
• Update RFI and submittal logs.
• Prepare submittals and close-out documents.
• Assist in the creation of submittal packages, as-builts, and close-out document packages.
• Create and assemble job files for handoff to team members.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans, and reports.
• Work with team to create work schedules, assign tasks, manage personnel, materials, and equipment.
• Develop project plans, work schedules, and budgets.
• Work with Foreman to ensure technical accuracy of projects, review deliverables, monitor project progress, and implement quality control.
• Coordinate with clients, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure project goals are met.
• Maintain and enhance ongoing relationships with customers and contractors.
• Ensure deliverables meet company standards and customer expectations.
• Prepare and distribute proposals and general correspondence.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; advanced education in engineering, construction management, or project management preferred but not required.
• Experience in project management, construction management, or field engineering.
• Ability to read and scale architectural and mechanical plans.
• General knowledge HVAC installation (preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project) and Bluebeam.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse personality types.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Skilled in customer relations, with the ability to resolve disputes and maintain positive client relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities to manage multiple priorities.
• Attention to detail with a commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Understanding of workforce productivity and efficiency in construction and technical environments.