The Howard Hughes name is synonymous with an unrelenting passion for excellence. While his achievements in aviation and the silver screen are legendary, it was his investments in real estate that form the foundation of our company. With passion, determination and limitless imagination, he built one of the great American empires of the 20th century. At Howard Hughes, we live by our purpose to help people discover new ways of experiencing life — because it’s not just buildings and places that matter, it’s what you do with them that can change the way people live.
We aspire to be the most creatively driven real estate company in the world and we believe in fostering a culture that is built to last by cultivating curiosity and empowering every employee to find their story in this great organization.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Working in conjunction with the VP, Management & Operations to manage projects across the Ward Village portfolio, including current and future projects, but not limited to the IBM Office building, Retail, Commercial Residential and Industrial properties, based on project requirements. Candidate is to possess leadership, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills ensuring Landlord and Tenant work, schedule, design, permitting, construction, and overall quality meets the project standards and expectations while collaborating with multiple stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple construction efforts in a high pressure, fast-paced environment is critical.
Candidate will act as the Landlord’s representative to outside stake holders including but not limited to General Contractors, Building Departments, local municipal utility districts, local health department and other local governmental authorities and constituents having authority, Tenants and their teams, requiring clear, concise and professional verbal and written communication at all times.
Additionally, candidate may act as Tenants’ representative to internal departments including but not limited to: Leasing, Development, Construction, Design and Production; and Company executives on as needed bases.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Communicate effectively with all team members, internal and external, to facilitate lease execution or project release.
- Coordinate all construction in operational buildings with the VP, Management & Operations to ensure the operational Tenants can function with little to no interruption.
- Review building documents to ensure premises delivery standards are consistent with lease agreement, deliverables and resolve any conflicts with tenant or project team.
- Communicate verbally and effectively the technical and design requirements with procedural milestones to Tenant representatives
- Produce schedule scenarios to support leasing and legal efforts during lease negotiations
- Coordinate and/or facilitate project meetings, including but not limited to: Design “Kick-off”, Pre-construction and construction site meetings.
- Prepare and solicit Request for Proposals (RFP), to include thorough analysis and review of RFP submission with bid evaluation meetings and recommendation of award
- Manage effective value engineering exercises to reduce cost without sacrificing program / quality or increase quality / program without increasing cost
- Prepare and coordinate contracts with internal Legal team
- Prepare and negotiate Change Orders.
- Review Landlord Work Exhibits (Exhibit B or C) and communicate conflict resolution options to the Leasing and Development Group as needed to support lease execution.
- Review Letter of Intent (LOI) with ability to determine scope beyond standard delivery and communicate information with internal Pre-Construction Department to estimate the differential cost.
- Complete and process design and constructability reviews of tenant or project document submissions and communicate corrections and modifications to meet established criteria and
- Review and process Invoices and Tenant Allowance (TA) to include Lien Waivers with internal payment procedures.
- Maintain and update regularly tracking systems utilizing HHC platforms to include milestone schedule updates, budget, tenant allowance and project updates
- Conduct field verifications to ensure completion of all agreed upon deliverables and facilitate/manage corrective actions as necessary.
- Effectively manage all aspects of the Tenant Coordination process including design and project management for both tenants required buildouts and landlord work.
- Work in collaboration with the Operations team on capital projects and special projects as assigned.
- All other responsibilities as may be determined by the needs of the project to meet the projected opening date and budgets.
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management and/or related fields preferred. Candidate with other degree background with experience and knowledge in this specific field and type of work may be considered.
- Experience and ability in managing multiple tenant design and general contractor teams, inclusive of but not limited to motivating, organizing workflow, delegating, and providing direction or instructions
- Thorough knowledge and utilization of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, Power point)
- Willingness to learn Salesforce, Sharepoint and E-Builder
- Detail oriented with technical knowledge.
- Strong leadership, organizational, communication and relationship management skills.
- Strong planning and programming skills.
- Set project milestones and manage internal resources to meet required deadlines.
- Foster a culture of excellence, innovative thinking and positive attitude.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Build effective relationships with HHC team members, design team, specialty contractors, utilities, city/county planning and building departments, inspectors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values.
- Thorough understanding of contractual issues and ability to negotiate agreements.
- Excellent ability to read and understand technical specifications and drawings.
- Ability to professionally communicate when under pressure of multiple demands.
- Must be able to meet deadlines and put in the time needed to get the job done.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to focus attention to detail and recognize discrepancies.
- Ability to accommodate varied work hour requirements associated with teams in other time
Apply online.
Ward Village | Corporate | Full time
The Howard Hughes name is synonymous with an unrelenting passion for excellence. While his achievements in aviation and the silver screen are legendary, it was his investments in real estate that form the foundation of our company. With passion, determination and limitless imagination, he built one of the great American empires of the 20th century. At Howard Hughes, we live by our purpose to help people discover new ways of experiencing life — because it’s not just buildings and places that matter, it’s what you do with them that can change the way people live.
We aspire to be the most creatively driven real estate company in the world and we believe in fostering a culture that is built to last by cultivating curiosity and empowering every employee to find their story in this great organization.
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Development Associate to join the Development team in our Honolulu office at Ward Village. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter with excellent quantitative skills, a strong academic record, and a passion for real estate development.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Play a key role in the analysis of existing and future development opportunities.
- Create and update valuation models in excel for retail, residential, and mixed-use projects.
- Perform ad-hoc financial modeling to analyze impact of various scenarios on project returns.
- Review and abstract leases, development agreements, contracts, and LOI’s.
- Assist project developers in preparation of investment memo’s and presentations.
- Provide project management support through design, entitlement, sales, construction, financing and closing phases.
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree required. Concentration in business, finance, or real estate preferred.
- 3+ years’ experience in real estate or related field. Recent graduates with an excellent academic record and strong internship experience will be considered.
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
- Advanced knowledge of Excel, including ability to create and update complex financial models.
- Demonstrated commitment to meeting deadlines and performing well under pressure.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate results of analysis to senior team members and structure persuasive arguments to support findings.
- A passion to learn the investment and development business in Honolulu.
Apply online or email Jim.Miller@howardhughes.com
Project Designer/Architect, Level IV
Full Time, Exempt
Position Location: Honolulu, HI
RIM Architects is hiring a Project Designer/Architect, Level IV to join our highly collaborative and growing team at RIM’s Honolulu location. If you meet the qualifications below, have a passion for the profession of architecture and desire to be a collaborative, creative member of a team who consistently exceeds expectations of our clients, we look forward to reviewing your resume package.
RIM has five offices strategically located in San Francisco and Tustin, California; Hawaii; Guam; and Alaska. Our ability to deliver excellent design starts with excellent people, in every department, committed to superior performance and professional growth. We like to have fun while we work, contribute to our communities, and nurture a workplace providing opportunity, inclusion, and challenge.
RIM ARCHITECTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualifications
- Authorized to work legally in the United States without restrictions.
- Bachelor’s or Masters’ Degree in Architecture from a NAAB accredited program.
- 5+ years post graduate progressive experience in the field of architecture.
- LEED Accreditation a plus.
- Near completion with ARE/IDP or licensed architect.
- Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD.
- Working knowledge with InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Positive attitude, dependability and willingness to work and grow in team environment.
- Time efficient self-starter; enjoys fast-paced project work.
- Working knowledge of:
- Building systems, detailing and technology;
- Applicable codes, regulations, and standards;
- Design solution development;
- Differing building types and project delivery methods;
- Programming and planning methods.
- Effective verbal and written communication and presentation techniques.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates design details with production team; participates in document production, specifications and construction administration as assigned.
- Responsibility for design refinement of aspects of project, including team leadership.
- Develops technical solutions in support of design intent.
- Lead responsibility for work performed on smaller projects or particular aspects of larger projects under the direction of a licensed architect.
- Supports Project Manager on developing design concepts and solutions.
- Utilizes appropriate communication techniques for positive collaboration.
- Accountable for completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of work assigned.
This Job Description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed for this position and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. It does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Qualified candidates may submit their resume accompanied by a cover letter, work samples and a completed Voluntary Self Identification Form* to: cbenson@rimarchitects.com.
*Accessible on RIM’s website: www.rimarchitects.com/careers
RIM Architects is hiring a full-time Administrative Assistant. The primary role of this position is to provide experienced, highly detailed administrative support and coordination assistance for various project teams, working closely with project architects and project managers. This position will also provide back up to the front desk and will assist with other administrative duties as needed.
RIM has five offices strategically located in Hawaii, San Francisco and Tustin, California; Guam; and Alaska. Our ability to deliver excellent design starts with excellent people, in every department, committed to superior performance and professional growth. We like to have fun while we work, contribute to our communities, and nurture a workplace providing opportunity, inclusion, and challenge.
RIM Architects is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Competencies
- Authorized to work legally in the U.S.A. without restrictions
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 4 years general business/administrative office experience.
- Experience in an Architectural or Engineering firm highly preferred
- Ability to professionally communicate clearly, verbally and in writing, with all levels of individuals within RIM Architects and with sub-consultants and clients.
- Proficient in Word, Excel and Outlook. (MS Project, Bluebeam Review and PowerPoint desired but not required)
- Excellent business writing, editing and proofreading skills
- Highly- detailed and prioritizes and effectively plans work assignments, using time efficiently
- Confidently manages competing demands in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to be flexible and remain poised with change and unexpected events
- Good judgment, and initiative are critical
- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality
- Specification formatting experience preferred
- Ability to take and transcribe accurate meeting notes
- Working knowledge of OneNote or Google Docs
- Maturity and trustworthiness to handle sensitive, confidential information and situations
- Excellent organizational skills
- Punctuality and dependability
- Professional appearance and conduct
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provides administrative support by preparing correspondence, arranging conference calls, scheduling meetings, conducting research, preparing statistical reports and presentations, handling information requests
- Attends meetings for note taking and timely and accurate transcription and distribution of notes
- Organizing, prioritizing and disseminating large volumes of information
- Travel coordination
- Coordinates and expedites the flow of work within RIM and project teams and/or between sub-consultant teams and developers according to production schedule requirements with a specific instruction set for information management
- Contract fee organization, reviewing and distributing information and schedules; conferring with supervisors to determine progress of work and completion dates; and compiling reports on progress of work and cost accounting
- Responsible for tracking and maintaining security requirements and protocols for RIM and consulting team
- Provides back up to front desk and may assist with other administrative duties as determined
Qualified candidates may submit a resume accompanied by a cover letter and the Voluntary Self Identification Form to: ljoaquin@rimarchitects.com. We’re looking forward to hearing from you.
BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:
The Legal Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has one (1) Management vacancy available at either the Associate General Counsel or Senior Associate General Counsel with experience in construction law and contracts, federal contracts and grants, and worker safety issues (whichever level is most suited to the qualifications of the applying candidate). (Role: Professional)
JOB FUNCTION:
Provide in-house legal services for the benefit of Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawaii Electric Light and monitor work assigned to outside counsel.
Associate General Counsel
FUNDAMENTAL RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Provide legal services to Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawaii Electric Light (the Companies), including evaluation of legal issues and assessment of risk, in a wide range of areas, including business and corporate law (with an emphasis on corporate and commercial transactions and corporate liabilities), public utility regulation, labor and employment law, environmental regulation, real property, construction law, securities, finance, compensation and benefits, legislation, litigation, intellectual property, information technology, telecommunications, privacy and data protection law; develop preventative law programs including training to assist operational managers and their staffs in the handling of their work; advise officers, managers and employees regarding new laws, legal trends, cases and policies pertinent to the Companies.
- Provide work direction and/or monitor work performed by outside attorneys to ensure use of the same is efficient and provides high value; assist in monitoring and managing outside counsel costs, including invoice reviews. Direct, provide guidance to and monitor work of Legal Department Legal Assistants.
- Participate as a legal adviser on task forces, committees and special projects. Effectively communicate with senior management on legal issues and risks, including preparing and delivering presentations. Advocate the companies’ positions externally.
- Assist in the development of the companies’ policies, procedures, and strategies. In addition, assist in developing and implementing policies, procedures and systems for provision of legal services and monitoring of potential areas requiring legal review.
- Handle routine matters in court or before governmental administrative agencies.
- As assigned, participate as member of Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and/or Hawaii Electric Light Incident Management Teams (or similar team), or provide support to same as needed.
- Provide such other services as attorney’s abilities, education, and experiences enable attorney to perform.
FUNDAMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge Requirements
- Law degree, membership in the Hawaii State Bar Association and license to practice law in Hawaii (license to practice law and in good standing in another state will suffice pending admission to Hawaii bar).
- Thorough knowledge in commercial and business law (particularly contract law).
- General knowledge and familiarity with the legal areas listed in the job requirements and specialized knowledge in one or more of such areas.
Skill Requirements
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, meet deadlines and delivery a high quality work product.
- Ability to make mature, experienced business and legal judgments and apply strategic thinking.
- Ability to communicate clearly, persuasively, logically and succinctly (both verbally and in writing).
- Demonstrates a commitment to the Company’s Core Values (Safety, Aloha, Integrity and Excellence).
- Demonstrates a strong customer (internal and external) orientation and the ability to generate strong internal client satisfaction.
- In depth analytical, organizational and conceptual skills to handle various projects and programs.
- Ability to identify, analyze and research legal issues affecting the Companies, and make recommendations to resolve or address the issues. Ability to identify legal options and provide creative solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
- Ability to make quick decisions on multiple topics on routine basis.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 4 years of legal experience required.
Senior Associate General Counsel
FUNDAMENTAL RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Provide legal services to Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawaii Electric Light (the Companies), including evaluation of complex legal issues and assessment of risk, in a wide range of areas, including business and corporate law (with an emphasis on corporate and commercial contracts and corporate liabilities), public utility regulation, labor and employment law, environmental regulation, real property, construction law, securities, finance, compensation and benefits, legislation, litigation, information technology, intellectual property, telecommunications, privacy and data protection law; develop preventative law programs including training to assist operational managers and their staffs in the handling of their work; advise officers, managers and employees regarding new laws, legal trends, cases and policies pertinent to the Companies.
- Provide work direction and/or monitor work performed by outside attorneys to ensure use of the same is efficient and provides high value; assist in monitoring and managing outside counsel costs, including invoice reviews. Direct, provide guidance to and monitor work of Legal Department Legal Assistants.
- Participate as a legal adviser on task forces, committees and special projects, providing creative problem-solving and strategic direction as appropriate, with minimal oversight from supervisor. Effectively communicate with senior management on complex legal issues and risks, including preparing and delivering presentations. Advocate the companies’ positions externally.
- Assist in the development of the companies’ policies, procedures, and strategies, providing creative problem-solving and strategic direction as appropriate, with minimal oversight from supervisor. In addition, assist in developing and implementing policies, procedures and systems for provision of legal services and monitoring of potential areas requiring legal review.
- Handle routine matters in court or before governmental administrative agencies with minimal oversight from supervisor.
- As assigned, participate as member of Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and/or Hawaii Electric Light Incident Management Teams (or similar team), or provide support to same as needed.
- Provide such other services as attorney’s abilities, education, and experiences enable attorney to perform.
FUNDAMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge Requirements
- Law degree, membership in the Hawaii State Bar Association and license to practice law in Hawaii (license to practice law and in good standing in another state will suffice pending admission to Hawaii bar).
- Demonstrates broad knowledge of energy law and/or law applicable to one or more specialized practice areas listed in job requirements.
- Thorough knowledge in commercial and business law (particularly contract law).
- General knowledge and familiarity with the other legal areas listed in the job requirements.
Skill Requirements
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, meet deadlines and deliver high quality work product with minimal oversight by supervisor.
- Ability to make mature, experienced business and legal judgments and apply strategic thinking.
- Ability to communicate clearly, persuasively, logically and succinctly (both verbally and in writing) for a variety of audiences in appropriate language (business and/or technical).
- Demonstrates a commitment to the Company’s Core Values (Safety, Aloha, Integrity and Excellence).
- Demonstrates a strong customer (internal and external) orientation and the ability to generate strong internal client satisfaction.
- Competency in key areas of management and leadership expertise including: superior interpersonal skills, effective relationship and conflict management skills, communication skills, and ability to guide and motivate others in the organization.
- Ability to prioritize and oversee multiple projects and remain flexible in a demanding and dynamic work environment.
- Ability to maintain direction and focus and display objectivity and a positive attitude even when placed under stressful conditions.
- Ability to be a team player, work collaboratively, and delegating work and responsibilities as appropriate.
- Ability to mentor and train others.
- In depth analytical, organizational and conceptual skills to handle various projects and programs.
- Ability to identify, analyze and research legal issues affecting the Companies, and make recommendations to resolve or address the issues. Ability to identify legal options and provide creative solutions.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 7 years of legal experience required, with a minimum of three years of concentration in one or more of the specialized practice areas listed in the job requirements.
Role: Professional
Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Lunch: 30 Minutes
Location: American Savings Bank Tower – Oahu
Interested candidates my apply online at https://www.hawaiianelectric.com/careers
Interested individuals who are employees of affiliate companies should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities the candidate possesses which specifically qualifies him/her for the position.
Should there be no candidates with this experience, the company may consider applicants without such experience who meet the knowledge/skill requirements.
If such a candidate is hired, he or she will initially be placed on a development plan commensurate with his/her education and experience level.
Applicant Certification
By submitting an application for the position, candidates:
- Authorize the Hawaiian Electric Companies to confirm all statements contained in the application and/or any materials submitted and made a part of the application as they relate to the position and to the extent permitted by law;
- Authorize and consent to, without reservation, the Hawaiian Electric Companies sharing any and all information regarding previous or present employment, educational training or personal information from their records and from any other source with the hiring department or subsidiary company;
- Release, discharge, and hold harmless, Hawaiian Electric Companies, from any and all liability for any damage which may be claimed as a result of furnishing such information to the hiring department or subsidiary company;
- Authorizes release and transfer of all personnel records to be maintained by the hiring company in the event of an inter-company transfer; and
- Authorize, direct, and consent to Hawaiian Electric Companies and/or its authorized agents to conduct investigations into candidates' background. These investigations may include, but are not limited to searches for information about applicants; record of criminal convictions to the extent permitted by law, education records, professional certifications, personal character references, and employment history.
EEO Statement
Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. We actively seek diversity among our employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex/gender (including gender identity/expression), ancestry/national origin, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws. We further encourage individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply.
Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the candidate to the HR Service Center at (808) 543-4848.
We are seeking a highly qualified Project Manager with in-depth experience in multi-family housing projects and a minimum of 10+ years of relevant professional experience. The ideal candidate is team-oriented and has experience working with a team to create and coordinate documents and construction administration. This position is full-time. Compensation is based on experience and skill-set. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
- 10+ years of post-academic Project Management experience at an Architecture firm.
- Interested in growing into a Studio Leadership roll.
- Experience with multi-family housing projects.
- Proficiency in SketchUp, Revit, Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam.
- Extensive knowledge of architectural design, detailing, building materials, building codes, and constructability.
- Exceptional management, organizational, design, and communication skills.
- Understanding and development of drawings from Schematic Design through Construction Documents.
- Comfortable tracking plans through entitlements and permitting with the local jurisdiction and responding to planning and plan check comments.
- Proficient in coordinating drawings with consultants.
- Knowledge of constructability and detailing.
- Proficient in Construction Administration including responding to RFI, reviewing submittals, issuing addendums and issuing bulletins.
- Applicants must be highly organized and detail oriented. Must excel in working collaboratively and effectively with the ability to work on fast-paced projects through all phases of the project delivery, while fostering team spirit and an atmosphere of teaching and learning.
We offer competitive benefits, including, medical, dental, vision and life insurance in addition to a matching 401K program. To apply, please send your resume and portfolio to kimberly@lowneyarch.com.
The Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation (HHFDC), the State of Hawaii’s primary agency for developing and financing affordable housing, is seeking a Development Section Chief. The Development Section Chief is responsible for directing the activities of HHFDC’s Development Section which includes evaluating development proposals, negotiating development agreements, administering the agency’s 201-H zoning exemption program, master-planning State lands to support development of affordable housing, underwriting and administering interim construction loans for affordable housing and infrastructure projects, preparing contract documents, leases and other real property documents, and reviewing and providing input on legislation.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, planning, business administration finance or real estate. Three years of professional work experience in land development and/or real estate development, at least one of which should be in the State of Hawaii. Supervisory experience or aptitude.
Salary range: $7,916 to $9,926 per month, depending on qualifications.
For more information and to apply go to: https://dbedt.hawaii.gov/hhfdc/about/employment_html/