Construction Project Manager
Company: Hawaiian Electric Industries
Location: Pearl City
Posted on: February 20, 2026
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Job Description:
We recognize our competitive advantage our people. We believe in
our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our
employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the
continued success of the company. Our employees are committed to
the companys foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork,
environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we
invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and
advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.
Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled.
Early applications are highly encouraged. BRIEF POSTING
DESCRIPTION: The P ZL CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Department of the P
OPERATIONS PLANNING & CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Division at Hawaiian
Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role:
Professional) JOB FUNCTION: Plans, coordinates and manages
construction of various T&D electrical projects. Provides work
direction and oversees the work of external contractors and
construction inspectors to safely and efficiently complete
electrical projects. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Manages, directs and
monitors on-site contracted T&D Electrical Work (underground
and overhead transmission and distribution, underground residential
developments and substation), to ensure compliance with required
design standards, specifications, drawings, schedules, and safety
standards. Acts as the Department’s point of contact, and/or
representative, for inquiries/complaints; and, as appropriate and
formally or informally, ensures contractor complies. • Plans,
acquires/arranges necessary Holdoffs, Limited Holdoffs and other
electrical clearances for assigned projects. • Reviews construction
contract packages making recommendations relating to the
constructability of the project by resolving design, bid, and field
problems. Advises contractors on construction methods. Reviews and
approves invoices for accuracy. Continually reviews bidding
procedures to maximize costs and efficiencies. Continually reviews
contracting and/or bidding procedures to identify opportunities for
costs savings, efficiencies, etc. • Maintains project daily records
and prepares incident and other project reports to maximize overall
performance of the work group. Attends contracting and project
meetings. • Plans, schedules and conducts meetings (including
safety, training, informational, etc.) to encourage/foster lines of
communication between various levels of the workforce and to
maintain, increase and/or improve workforce knowledge and skills;
manages performance of employees, trains and develops personnel
towards an effective and skilled workforce. Interacts with
employees and other internal and external suppliers and customers
in a positive, supportive and collaborative manner to ensure their
fulfillment of company strategic objectives. • Participates in
Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any
activities required to prepare for such emergency response. BASIC
QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge Requirements • Extensive knowledge of
T&D electrical construction methods and the ability to apply
this knowledge in the management of T&D electrical construction
sites. • Thorough knowledge of hold-off procedures. Must be able to
qualify to accept and return holdoffs, limited holdoffs, and
electrical work clearances on electrical facilities. • Working
knowledge of Hawaii construction laws, construction contracting,
scheduling, estimating and cost tracking. • Thorough knowledge of
OSHA and HECO safety and construction standards and specifications.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and/or mainframe systems
and related software applications such as; spreadsheets, word
processing, etc. • Working knowledge of LEAN continuous improvement
principles and best practices to achieve operational excellence. •
Working knowledge of SafeStart principles and best practices to
achieve a safe workplace environment. Skills Requirements • Good
oral and written communication skills. • Demonstrated skills and
abilities to work with a variety of individuals occasionally
dealing with sensitive, difficult or confrontational issues. •
Demonstrated ability to provide work direction to contractors. •
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to work with and
influence contractors and consumers. • Ability to handle difficult
or sensitive challenges while using tact, courtesy, and discretion.
• Ability to remain flexible in a demanding field environment and
to handle problems as they arise. • Effective process management
skills to organize resources and activities in order to improve and
integrate work processes. • Strong organizational and planning
skills to multitask. • Must have or be able to qualify for a State
of Hawaii driver’s license. Must meet the standards for driving
positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions
policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet
business and safety objectives. Experience Requirements • Extensive
(7 or more years) experience in the construction of overhead,
underground, and/or substation electrical facilities. •
Certification as a journeyman (T&D) is desirable. • Few (1-2)
years of related work experience in a team lead capacity or
equivalent preferred.
Keywords: Hawaiian Electric Industries, Honolulu , Construction Project Manager, Energy / Utilities , Pearl City, Hawaii
