Project Engineer/Estimator

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Albert C. Kobayashi, Inc. (ACK) was established in Hawaii, and is 100% locally owned and operated. Since 1963, ACK has served both government and private sector clients in Hawaii. As one of the largest general contractors in the state, ACK specializes in a variety of challenging building construction. ACK emphasizes the importance of teamwork, integrity, and having fun while working hard.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, performs administrative functions of the project; follows established policies, procedures, and specific instructions. The primary duty of the position directly relates to the management or general business operations of the company or its customers in areas such as accounting, quality control, marketing, budgeting, and purchasing. The candidate is expected to exercise discretion and use independent judgement with respect to matters of significance.

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Maintains good communications and positive relationships between Owner, Architect, Consultants, Subcontractors and ACK.
• Processes and maintains all contractual changes, documents and payment estimates.
• Coordinates construction in compliance with government agencies, public utilities, unions, and project specific agreements.
• Assists Project Superintendents in preparing and updating the construction
• Responsible for tracking and ordering material.
• Prepares and processes subcontracts, change orders and payments.
• Reviews shop drawings and submittals for compliance with the plans and specifications and monitor Subcontractor material procurement.
• Reviews and evaluates Subcontractor
• Verifies all purchases of permanent materials for conformance to specifications, quantity required and
• Processes change proposals and collects change orders.
• Ensures construction is in accordance with the latest contract documents and that any deviation, changes or omissions are properly documented.
• Updates and maintains material status reports, productivity curves, Requests for Information, Submittals, Revision Control, Change Proposal and Change Order Logs on a regular basis.
• Follows through with job start-up and close-out procedures/reports.
• Maintains project records.
• Assists with and attends all subcontractor, safety, and owner/architect meetings.
• Ensures each subcontractor fulfills their contractual obligations to ACK.
• Assists Project Superintendents in coordination with the various trades.
• Assists with management and tracking of small tools and field purchases.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have construction experience and/or a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Exceptional communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills for dealing with all levels of employees and outside
• Working knowledge of personal computer applications (word processing, spreadsheets and database).
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge of construction processes and procedures.
• Valid driver’s license, clean abstract.

Albert C. Kobayashi Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage a diverse work environment, enriched by influences from all backgrounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Employee stock ownership plan
• Yearly bonus

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Honolulu, HI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person