HTMC Lead Design Manager - $104K
HTM Contractors, Inc. | Honolulu, HI
FULL TIME | ONSITE | IN PERSON
Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH HTM GROUP
Join HTM Group as a Lead Design Manager and own the design and permitting process that powers our construction, manufacturing, and field service projects.
We are looking for an experienced design leader specializing in CAD drafting, manufacturing design, and Hawaii permitting workflows. This position involves producing complete construction and fabrication plan sets, navigating city and state agency approvals (including DPP), and ensuring all plans are accurate, compliant, and build-ready for field execution.
HTM Group provides diversified services across Hawaii, including construction, field services, logistics, manufacturing, and environmental solutions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Produce professional CAD drawings, complete design packages, demolition/construction plan sets, and HIWASTE MFG modification and fabrication drawings.
- Prepare accurate, permit-ready application packages and submit them to DPP and other applicable agencies.
- Track permits daily, manage correction cycles, and communicate directly with agencies when needed.
- Review and revise drawings based on internal reviews, agency comments, field conditions, and stamped revisions.
- Make sure final plans are accurate, constructible, and ready for the field.
- Maintain and enforce company drawing standards, templates, and documentation procedures.
- Keep approved permits and project records organized, accurate, and compliant.
- Manage competing priorities across multiple active projects and keep the project tracker current.
- Identify potential delays and communicate risks before they become problems.
- Work closely with Project Managers, Operations, structural engineers, architects, consultants, and internal teams to keep projects on schedule.
- Look for smarter ways to work — reducing errors and rework, improving turnaround times, and helping us continuously improve our processes.
- Support R&D initiatives and other design-related projects as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, Architecture, or a related field, plus 5+ years of relevant experience.
- Advanced AutoCAD skills(Revit experience preferred) and the ability to produce complete, permit-ready construction and demolition plan sets.
- Experience creating fabrication and modification drawings in a manufacturing, construction, or industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge of permitting processes, agency submittals, correction cycles, and regulatory requirements.
- The ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with engineers, architects, consultants, Project Managers, and Operations.
- Proven experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities without losing attention to detail.
- Strong quality-control skills and a commitment to getting the drawings right before they reach the field.
- A process-oriented mindset with a genuine interest in making systems better, reducing mistakes, and getting work done more efficiently.
- We’re looking for someone who knows their craft, takes ownership, and wants to make an impact.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- $104,000.00 Annual Salary - Weekly Pay
- Medical and Dental Insurance – 100% Company Paid (Employee + Full Family)
- Holiday Pay – 10 Holidays Per year
- PTO – 160 Hours per year
- Birthday Pay (after 1 year)
- Life Insurance: $10,000.00 company-paid
- Profit Sharing
- 401K Retirement Plan – Company Match up to 4% (after 1 year)
ABOUT HTM GROUP
HTM Group provides diversified services across construction, civil site work, environmental services, transportation, manufacturing, and specialized trades throughout Hawaii. Our companies include HTM Contractors, Inc., HTM Services, Hawaii Works, Inc., HI Waste MFG, Firewood Hawaii, and HI-LUX Customs.
OUR MISSION & VISION
Mission: To provide quality diversified services in Hawaii. By working safe, communicating, and completing your project in a timely manner through teamwork.
Vision: To be the most sought out after diversified service contractor in the State of Hawaii. Known for our knowledge and using the most cutting-edge equipment in the market to complete any challenging projects that come our way.
COMPANY CULTURE
Humble - We learn, not brag
Teamwork - We've got each other's backs
Accountability - We own what we say and do
Solution-Driven - We fix problems, not complain about them
GWC: We hire people who Get it, Want it, and have the Capacity to do it
HOW TO APPLY
Apply through the HTM Group careers portal or in person at:
HTM Contractors, Inc.
130 Ohe Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
HTM Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on any status protected by applicable federal or Hawaii law.