Project Engineer in Aiea, Hawaii at Penhall Company

Concrete Coring/Penhall Hawaii does concrete cutting, demolition, abatement, and specialty construction for commercial, government, and military customers across the islands. The Project Engineer supports Project Managers and field crews from estimate through closeout. The job includes keeping documents tight, tracking costs and schedules, and making sure the scope we price is the scope we build. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Help PMs with project setup, budgets, schedules, and job cost tracking.
• Prepare and track submittals, RFIs, change orders, and transmittals.
• Review plans, specs, and subcontracts for scope, exclusions, and risk.
• Do quantity takeoffs and help with estimates and proposals.
• Put together pre-job packages, including work plans, AHAs, permits, and utility locates.
• Coordinate with GCs, owners, inspectors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Visit jobsites to check progress, document conditions, and take photos.
• Track production, T&M, and extra work, and help build change order backup.
• Support payroll compliance, including certified payroll and prevailing wage documentation.
• Handle closeout: as-builts, warranties, retention, and lien and bond paperwork.
• Keep project files and CRM records current.
• All other duties as needed and assigned.

Essential Core Competencies:

• Problem Solving: Ability to identify field and project challenges and assist in developing practical solutions.
• Project Coordination: Supports planning, execution, and tracking of project activities across field and office teams.
• Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly across all levels of the organization.
• Team Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional teams to drive project success.
• Adaptability: Ability to adjust to changing project demands, environments, and priorities.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in cost tracking, documentation, and reporting.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, OR 2+ years of construction project experience
• Experience in demolition, concrete, or specialty subcontracting
• Experience with federal or military projects (USACE, NAVFAC), including submittals and EM 385-1-1 safety requirements
• Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, or a CRM like Salesforce
• Current OSHA 30
• Knowledge of Hawaii prevailing wage and Davis-Bacon requirements.
• Experience supporting field operations, cost tracking, and project coordination.
• Experience in heavy civil, infrastructure, demolition, or concrete-related construction environments preferred.
• Understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Knowledge of cost tracking, job costing, and project reporting.
• Experience supporting scheduling and field coordination efforts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with construction management software is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, field-driven environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with field crews, management, and clients.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to walk job sites and navigate active construction environments.
• May be required to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Ability to travel and work on project sites nationwide as needed.

Work Environment & Travel:

• Remote work flexibility based on project phase and business needs.
• Travel is required and driven by project demands rather than a fixed schedule.
• Assignments may include short-term site visits, intermittent travel, or extended onsite presence.
• Per diem, lodging, and travel accommodations provided as applicable.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as required to meet project deadlines.