Project Manager Building Division

Hawaiian Dredging Construction Company, Inc., a Kajima company, is a Hawaii-based company with roots dating back to 1902 when Walter Dillingham obtained a contract to dredge a channel into Pearl Harbor. Since that first dredging project, Hawaiian Dredging has evolved into a leader in the construction industry with projects ranging from the building of residential and military housing, major shopping centers, hotels, resorts, condominiums, office buildings and parking structures to highways, military facilities, industrial projects and renovation and repair work in Hawaii.

Hawaiian Dredging has developed some of the finest construction professionals in Hawaii. We strive to recruit and hire the most qualified individuals for our Construction Engineering Program and our projects.

With a legacy dating back to 1902, Hawaiian Dredging Construction Company, Inc. has played an integral role in building the structures that define Hawaii. Today, we are the most diversified and largest general contractor in Hawaii with annual revenues well exceeding $500M. Our experience and resources accumulated over the years are reflected through our organization's five divisions
- Building, Commercial, Heavy Civil, Power & Industrial, and Waterfront & Foundation, spanning the gamut of major construction in Hawaii. With a portfolio that includes many of Hawaii’s most iconic buildings and infrastructure projects, HDCC performs across the spectrum of hospitality, retail/entertainment, commercial, residential, healthcare, educational, and infrastructure projects.

The Project Manager is responsible for the successful planning, execution, and financial performance of assigned construction projects. This role provides leadership to project teams, oversees project engineers and superintendents, and ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The Project Manager also develops team members, maintains strong client relationships, and protects the interests of the company throughout the project lifecycle.

As a Project Manager in the Building, Big Island Division, you will be assigned to projects on the island of Hawai'i. The Building Division continues to partner with owners and developers to produce retail spaces, luxury high-rises and condominiums. Specializing in vertical and large commercial/residential structures. The Building division has created many of Hawaii’s iconic structures.

• Manage vertical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, including luxury residential, mixed-use retail, and healthcare facilities.
• Oversee project financial performance, including budgets, cost forecasting, change orders, and contract compliance.
• Lead and supervise project teams, including Project Engineers, Superintendents, and support staff.
• Participate in estimating, bidding, contract negotiations, and preconstruction planning.
• Review and coordinate plans, specifications, schedules, and constructability for complex vertical and healthcare structures.
• Lead the transition from estimating to field operations, including preconstruction and turnover meetings.
• Develop and manage detailed construction schedules in coordination with Superintendents and Engineers.
• Manage projects with multiple Superintendents and overlapping project phases.
• Coordinate closely with Owners, Developers, Architects, Engineers, Consultants, and Healthcare Stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, quality standards, and company policies.
• Enforce Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements across all project personnel and trade partners.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives, value engineering, and efficient construction methods.
• Maintain clear, consistent project communication among all stakeholders.
• Support project closeout, commissioning, and final documentation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in vertical commercial, residential, and/or healthcare construction.
• Proven experience managing complex projects such as high-rise buildings,…