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ECC

Project Engineer - Entry Level

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

This position will support large federal government construction projects for the Department of Defense (DoD) clients. There will also be planning, coordination, and execution of engineering and ...

ECC

Project Engineer - Entry Level

Honolulu, HI

This position will support large federal government construction projects for the Department of Defense (DoD) clients. There will also be planning, coordination, and execution of engineering and ...

ECC

Project Engineer - Entry Level

Honolulu, HI

$65K - $85K/yr

This position will support large federal government construction projects for the Department of Defense (DoD) clients. There will also be planning, coordination, and execution of engineering and ...

ECC

Project Engineer - Entry Level

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

This position will support large federal government construction projects for the Department of Defense (DoD) clients. There will also be planning, coordination, and execution of engineering and ...

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC

Electrician

Kekaha, HI · On-site

$40.54/hr

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC is looking for an Electrician to support our government customer located in Kauai, Hawai'i . Under general direction of a supervisor or lead-person, performs a variety ...

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC

$17.75 - $21.50/hr

Bering-Alaka'ina Holdings, LLC is looking for a Junior Telescope Operator in support of our government customer located at the Haleakala Summit, with occasional work in Kihei, Hawai'i. AMOS ...

Amentum

Cyber Security Analyst 1

Waimea, HI · On-site

This entry level position supports accreditation activity efforts by coordinating with Koa Lani IT Department, PMRF C-ISSM/C-ISSO, ISO and other Government personnel. The Analyst will monitor and ...

Pae

Cyber Security Analyst 1

Waimea, HI · On-site

This entry level position supports accreditation activity efforts by coordinating with Koa Lani IT Department, PMRF C-ISSM/C-ISSO, ISO and other Government personnel. The Analyst will monitor and ...

Pae

Network Engineer I

Waimea, HI · On-site

Provides entry level network engineering support, security, administration, and management to all ... to a US Government Security Investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain ...

Amentum

Network Engineer I

Waimea, HI · On-site

Provides entry level network engineering support, security, administration, and management to all ... to a US Government Security Investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain ...

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Government job openings in Hawaii as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,497 per year, or $24.8 per hour.

Project Engineer - Entry Level

ECC

Honolulu, HI • On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Location: Hawaii
ECC is seeking candidates to fill a Project Engineer position for upcoming work in Hawaii and surrounding areas. This position will support large federal government construction projects for the Department of Defense (DoD) clients. There will also be planning, coordination, and execution of engineering and construction activities to ensure compliance with contract requirements, regulatory standards, and ECC procedures. In this position, you will:
  • Assist in the preparation and review engineering reports, plans, submittals, and project documentation
  • Review, interpret, and update drawings, specifications, and as-built documents
  • Perform field inspections and monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, safety, and quality requirements
  • Track scope, schedule, budget, quantities, and production rates for assigned tasks
  • Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, consultants, clients, and ECC personnel
  • Assist with RFP development, subcontract scope packages, proposal evaluations, and procurement activities
  • Inspect delivered materials and equipment and verify compliance with contract requirements
  • Maintain daily logs, field reports, meeting minutes, quality and safety documentation
  • Apply federal regulations, DoD criteria, USACE QC requirements, FAR, OSHA, and applicable codes and standards
  • Perform additional project controls, estimating, safety, quality, or technical duties as assigned
  • In addition to the accountabilities above, other responsibilities, tasks, and deliverables may be assigned to the incumbent of this position
Requirements
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or successful completion of the EIT exam
  • One(1) to three(3) years of construction management or construction engineering experience, preferably on federal projects
  • Working knowledge of DoD, USACE, OSHA, FAR, and federal construction standards
  • Ability to analyze technical data, solve moderately complex problems, and apply engineering principles
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and work effectively in a team environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard project software
  • Ability and willingness to work on-site with periodic travel as required
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Structural), Architecture, or closely related field from an accredited institution
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience on DoD or other federal construction projects
  • Familiarity with quality control, safety programs, and construction documentation
  • AutoCAD experience
  • Experience with survey equipment, GPS, or construction field technology
ECC targeted salary range for Hawaii is $65,000 to $85,000 annually.
Actual salary offered may be affected by education, training, certifications, experience, skills, level of responsibility, and location.
Benefits Offered for Full-Time positions:
  • Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time off and Holiday Pay
  • 401k with deferral matching, ESOP, Student Debt Reduction Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Educational Assistance, Mentorship Program, ECC University
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Company-matching charitable giving program
Employment Type: Full-Time

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