Quality‑Focused Construction Project Engineer – DoD/Federal

LAUKOA; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible work environment

Critical illness coverage

Accident insurance

Identity theft coverage

Pet insurance

Job summary

LAUKOA in Hawaii is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support federal construction projects across Hawaii and the Pacific region. You will join the project delivery team, providing technical, administrative, and quality management support throughout all phases of construction.

This role emphasizes Quality Control and compliance with contract requirements, including UFCs, UFGS, and DoD standards. A degreed engineer with strong organizational skills is preferred, with growth into quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Construction Engineering or related field from an accredited four-year college.
• 1–3 years of construction, engineering, or project management experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specs, and contract documents.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit and Bluebeam are highly desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to access military installations.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers and Superintendents in the planning, execution, and closeout of federal construction projects.
• Assist with project scheduling, procurement tracking, cost control, and subcontractor coordination.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and contract requirements for compliance and constructability.
• Prepare and manage RFIs, submittals, design reviews, meeting minutes, and project correspondence.
• Track project deliverables and maintain project documentation in accordance with company and client requirements.
• Support project progress reporting and schedule updates.
• Assist in implementing and administering project-specific Quality Control Plans.
• Conduct daily quality inspections and document construction activities.
• Verify work is performed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, UFCs, UFGS and codes.
• Maintain quality control documentation and logs.
• Coordinate and track inspections and testing.
• Support testing and commissioning activities and verify corrective actions.
• Assist with subcontractor quality performance and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Task management

Detail oriented

Coordination skills

Organizational skills

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Construction Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

LAUKOA in Hawaii is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support federal construction projects across Hawaii and the Pacific region. You will join the project delivery team, providing technical, administrative, and quality management support throughout all phases of construction.

This role emphasizes Quality Control and compliance with contract requirements, including UFCs, UFGS, and DoD standards. A degreed engineer with strong organizational skills is preferred, with growth into quality