Project Manager - Marine Construction

orionexternalcareers; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k)

Job summary

Orion is seeking a Project Manager for marine construction in Hawaii. This on-site role leads project teams, manages costs, schedules, procurement, and safety to deliver complex marine and heavy civil projects across the islands.

Responsibilities include developing bid packages, coordinating with superintendents and field personnel, tracking performance, and ensuring profitable, timely completion. Local Hawaii candidates with island-market experience are strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of construction experience.
• Prior experience in marine construction or heavy civil/self-perform environments is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management guidance and oversight for marine construction projects in Hawaii.
• Develop bid proposals and ensure timely submission.
• Manage costs, schedules, procurement, contracts, and change orders.
• Coordinate with Superintendents, Foremen, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure safety, quality, and project profitability.

Skills

Project Management

Self-Perform Construction

Marine Construction

Cost Control

Education

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Project Scheduling Software

Estimating Software

Job description

PROJECT MANAGER – MARINE CONSTRUCTION

Honolulu, Hawaii | On-Site
Local Hawaii Candidates Strongly Preferred

ABOUT ORION

Orion is a leading specialty construction company serving the infrastructure, industrial, and building sectors throughout the United States, Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, and the Caribbean Basin.

Through its Marine segment, Orion delivers complex marine, heavy civil, transportation, and infrastructure construction projects, including ports and marine terminals, piers and wharves, bridges, marine foundations, waterfront structures, dredging, coastal infrastructure, and other technically challenging projects.

At Orion, we don't just manage construction — we build it. Our teams self-perform significant portions of our marine and heavy civil work, giving our Project Managers direct involvement with the field operations, equipment, manpower, production, cost, schedule, and safety required to successfully deliver complex projects.

Orion continues to expand its presence in Hawaii and throughout the Pacific, creating an opportunity for an experienced construction professional who understands the unique challenges of delivering projects in the islands.

Local Hawaii candidates with established experience in the state's construction market are strongly encouraged to apply.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Manager is accountable for providing project management leadership and support to Orion's marine construction operations in Hawaii.

Responsibilities include developing bid packages, calculating and monitoring project costs, selecting suppliers, procuring materials and services, interpreting project plans and specifications, scheduling project activities, providing project oversight, interfacing with field personnel, and helping ensure the successful, safe, profitable, and timely completion and closeout of assigned projects.

The Project Manager works closely with Superintendents, Foremen, Project Engineers, Field Engineers, craft professionals, subcontractors, suppliers, clients, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

The incumbent must support Orion's guiding beliefs and core values centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork, with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works with the Project Management Team to ensure the successful completion and profitability of ongoing and new projects.
• Provides overall project management guidance and oversight to Superintendents and Foremen for approved marine construction projects.
• Manages and monitors project performance, including costs, schedules, productivity, procurement, contracts, change orders, and overall project execution.
• Develops bid proposals for upcoming marine construction and services projects and ensures timely submission of completed proposals.
• Negotiates contracts and change orders as required by the business.
• Estimates project costs, accounting for materials, services, equipment, labor, subcontractors, and other associated costs.
• Procures materials and services from suppliers according to project requirements.
• Interprets project plans, drawings, specifications, and contract documents for project teams, customers, suppliers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Develops and manages project schedules and coordinates work activities according to project timelines to support successful and timely completion.
• Provides an effective interface between project team members, field leadership, suppliers, subcontractors, customers, owners, and other project stakeholders.
• Partners closely with Superintendents and Foremen to coordinate self-perform construction activities, manpower, equipment, materials, sequencing, and production.
• Monitors project financial performance and supports forecasting, cost control, change management, and overall project profitability.
• Ensures project team members are provided with a safe work environment and are knowledgeable of safe work practices and Company policies.
• Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that contribute to compliance with State and Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.
• Travels to project sites throughout Hawaii as required.
• Possesses the qualifications and physical ability to drive regular passenger vehicles to visit work locations and job sites.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

• Responsible and accountable for the incumbent's own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and others the incumbent encounters.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies and procedures and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action, including dismissal, for failure to do so.
• Reports any violations of applicable laws, regulations, or Company policies and procedures promptly.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as assigned or requested by immediate supervision, including certification training, safety training, and procedure review.
• Maintains confidentiality and does not disclose confidential, proprietary, or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

A B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline and a minimum of eight (8) years of construction experience is required.

Prior experience in marine construction, heavy civil construction, heavy industrial construction, or another complex self-perform construction environment is strongly preferred.

The successful candidate should possess working knowledge and demonstrated experience in:

• Project Management & Administration
• Self-Perform Construction Operations
• Marine and Heavy Civil Construction
• Construction Materials Procurement
• Estimating & Preconstruction
• Project Scheduling
• Project Tracking Software
• Cost Control & Forecasting
• Contract & Change Order Management
• Engineering & Project Standards
• Safety & Environmental Compliance
• Coordination of Field Operations, Superintendents, and Foremen

Experience involving ports, harbors, piers, wharves, marine terminals, pile driving, marine foundations, bridges, waterfront structures, dredging, concrete, or other marine/heavy civil infrastructure is highly desirable.

The incumbent must have the ability to quickly learn the technical aspects of the business, communicate effectively, solve problems in a fast-paced construction environment, and interface successfully with employees and stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

HAWAII CANDIDATES

Local Hawaii candidates are strongly preferred. Candidates with established experience working in Hawaii's construction market and familiarity with local subcontractors, suppliers, labor resources, owners, agencies, and construction logistics are particularly encouraged to apply.

This is an on-site, project-focused position and is not a remote opportunity. The successful candidate must be able to travel to Orion project locations throughout Hawaii as required.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when working in or visiting areas where PPE is required. This may include a hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, hearing protection, steel-toed footwear, personal flotation devices, or other protective equipment required by the work being performed.

The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstances and as directed by Safety Representatives or other management personnel.

The Project Manager must also be capable of:

• Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving throughout active construction sites.
• Safely accessing and exiting work barges, boats, vessels, docks, piers, and other marine facilities of varying heights and access conditions.
• Standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing, or sitting for extended periods.
• Lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 20 pounds as required.
• Adapting to extreme temperature and weather changes.
• Working in outdoor and marine environments with prolonged exposure to varying conditions.
• Traveling between project locations as required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Orion offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their families.

Benefit plans include:

• Medical, including Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Jury Duty, and Bereavement Leave
• Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Career Growth & Professional Development
• Salary Range: $170,000 – $190,000 per year, DOE

CANDIDATE RESPONSE

Orion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.

Build your career in Hawaii with Orion and help deliver the marine and heavy civil infrastructure that keeps the islands connected and moving.