Project Engineer

Who We Are Founded in Honolulu in 2012, Native Technologies offers creative solutions to commercial condominium associations across Hawaii. Our mission is to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions to restore building infrastructure, prevent deterioration, and enhance the quality of life for both building owners and residents. As one of Hawaii’s fastest-growing professional construction project management firms, we currently manage over $150 million in active commercial construction projects. We blend innovative technology, efficiency, and competitive spirit with the care and hospitality that is rooted in Hawaii's culture. Who We’re Looking For We’re looking for individuals who genuinely care about the people that we serve. Someone who strives for excellence and brings your own ideas and initiative to a team that thrives on tackling challenges for our clients and delivering solutions with personalized service. Excellent interpersonal skills and a natural talent for written and oral communications. You enjoy interacting with people from all walks of life and can effectively bridge the gap between technical and logistical complexities with homeowner expectations. Technical expertise and experience in construction project management, architecture, and/or engineering are preferred, opportunities available to enhance the skillsets of those with the initiative to establish themselves in a new and rewarding career. A Diverse Position Our clients rely on us to guide them from project inception to successful completion. As part of our team, you will be involved in every stage, from defining project scope and managing design, to procurement, financing, legal coordination, scheduling, cost control, communications, and onsite construction management. As a Project Engineer, you will work directly with the project team during the design phase, assisting with communications, procurement, and design oversight. During the pre-construction and construction phases, you'll ensure proper documentation and maintain communication channels between contractors, homeowners, and clients remain strong. This role provides the opportunity to grow your career while gaining hands-on experience in all aspects of project management. Duties & Responsibilities Assist Project Managers in coordinating project meetings, consultants, contractors, and client communications. Work with Project Manager to complete pre-design and design phase tasks. Prepare, manage, and monitor project budgets, schedules, and projections. Establish and implement quality assurance and quality control programs to ensure project standards. Oversee and manage the work of architects, engineers, other sub-consultants, and contractors. Create written communications for project stakeholders, including project bulletins and updates. Regularly update and review project schedules and budgets, including actual, committed, and projected costs. Manage the processing of clarifications, submittals, requests for information, shop drawings, change proposals, and change orders. Conduct daily site walkthroughs, complete documentation, and generate reports. Review and approve monthly payment requests from consultants and contractors, in coordination with the Project Manager. Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports detailing the status of the project. Qualifications Required High School Diploma Positive, personable attitude Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; technical writing experience preferred Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, and Outlook Skilled in Microsoft Windows and proficient in general file management and cloud-based file sharing, particularly SharePoint Proficient in Adobe Acrobat Familiarity with using iPhones, including app management (downloading, updating, etc.) Preferred Hawaii-based experience and residence Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints Proficiency in construction scheduling and estimating software (Procore, Primavera, Microsoft Project, etc.) Project Management Professional (PMP) certification 2+ years of construction experience, especially in Residential, Condominium, and/or High-End Retail projects Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year plus bonus structure (dependent on qualifications and experience) Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance Paid time off Continuing Education / Professional Development Schedule: 8-hours per day Monday to Friday Expectation of availability outside of general working hours based on project requirements Education: High School Diploma Bachelor's Degree (strongly preferred) Experience: 2+ years work experience preferred Work Location: Honolulu – office and onsite mix Application Requirements: Include sample of relevant projects including brief description of project and project budget Include three professional references with name, title, organization, relationship to you, contact number, email address Start Date: We’re looking to hire the right candidate immediately Equal Opportunity Statement: Native Technologies is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Native Technologies makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. Company Website: Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Location: Honolulu, HI 96816 (Preferred) Work Location: In person Native Technologies LLC