About Kapili
Kapili Roofing & Painting is Hawaiʻi's leading commercial and residential roofing
contractor, trusted to deliver high-quality projects across regulated construction,
commercial, and multi-family sectors. We are a process-driven, safety-focused,
technology-forward organization that leverages integrated construction
management, ERP, and CRM systems to drive industry-leading operational
excellence.
We self-perform roofing, coatings, exterior improvements, and painting, and our
teams execute a high volume of time-sensitive commercial projects with strict
performance and data-integrity standards.
If you're looking for a workplace that values craftsmanship, professionalism,
teamwork, and continuous improvement, Kapili offers a rewarding environment
to grow your career. Join a company that is scaling, investing in its people, and
committed to excellence through our core values:
- Stewardship Over Shortcuts
- Culture of Craftsmanship
- Repeated Practical Improvements
- Accountability in the Open
- People Grow People
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager capable of managing
complex mid-size commercial roofing projects. Offers strong financial
management skills, compliance expertise, and a consistent record of on-time,
dependable results. Integrates seamlessly into Kapili's structured processes while
requiring minimal oversight.
Core Responsibilities
1. Project Setup & Buyout
- Lead project setup using Kapili OS so each job launches organized, compliant, and ready for success.
- Manage buyout end-to-end: review estimates, negotiate subcontractor scopes, drive material procurement, and align the schedule.
- Establish accurate baseline budgets and ensure job cost structure is correct from the start.
- Work closely with Accounting on contracts, NTPs, compliance, and subcontract execution.
2. Planning & Scheduling
- Build and maintain detailed project schedules that set clear expectationsfor the field and your clients.
- Plan mobilization using Kapili's lead-time standards to keep productionpredictable and on track.
- Identify long-lead materials early and secure procurement before theyimpact schedule.
- Coordinate manpower and equipment needs with Operations to deliver efficient, well-organized projects.
3. Submittals, RFIs & Compliance
- Manage the entire submittal workflow in our construction management software and ensure all approvals stay ahead of the work.
- Ensure regulatory compliance including certified payroll, prevailing wage, and project-specific QC requirements.
- Write and track RFIs that move design decisions forward quickly.
- Enforce QC/QA requirements across institutional, educational, and government-regulated projects.
4. Financial & Contract Management
- Own your project financials—budget control, cost events, forecasting, and change order management.
- Ensure accurate alignment between construction management platforms and ERP systems for commitments and billing.
- Issue monthly progress billing and maintain contract compliance.
- Make informed decisions that protect margins and reduce risk.
5. Field Leadership & Quality
- Lead all key coordination rhythms: site huddles, subcontractor meetings, and OAC meetings.
- Support foremen and inspectors with forward-looking communication and clear expectations.
- Perform site walks to verify quality, safety, and schedule progress, taking action where needed.
- Uphold Kapili's craftsmanship standards and elevate field execution.
6. Communication & Stakeholder Management
- Act as the primary point of contact for owners, GCs, inspectors, and agencies.
- Maintain transparent communication with Estimating, Operations, Accounting, and Sales.
- Keep the CRM system updated at each customer-facing stage.
- Build strong relationships through proactive, professional communication.
7. Documentation & Close-out
- Maintain excellent documentation that reflects the professionalism of Kapili's project delivery.
- Oversee commissioning, warranties, O&M manuals, punch lists, and record drawings.
- Ensure all closeout deliverables are completed within contract timelines.
- Capture lessons learned and contribute new ideas to Kapili's Kaizen culture.
Required Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience in construction, roofing, or project support roles.
- Strong understanding of construction sequencing, safety practices, and commercial contracting.
- Previous responsibility for managing mid-scale projects independently.
- Ability to read plans/specs and interpret technical roofing details.
- Proven skill in budget and job cost management, and subcontractor coordination.
- Proficiency with construction management systems, MS Office, and construction documentation.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience specifically in commercial roofing or specialty contracting.
- Familiarity with regulated construction environments (certified payroll, compliance documentation, structured close-out).
- OSHA 30, Fall Protection, First Aid/CPR preferred.
Salary & Bonuses
Base Salary: $105,000 – $125,000
Bonus: Up to 10–15% of base salary
What Success Looks Like in 6–12 Months
- Delivers projects consistently within budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
- Establishes disciplined documentation habits.
- Builds strong trust with inspectors, owners, and agency representatives.
- Integrates seamlessly with Kapili's operational rhythm and workflows.
- Demonstrates proactive communication, planning, and field support.
- Contributes to continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
Why Join Kapili
- Industry-leading technology stack and processes.
- Opportunity to grow into Senior PM, Project Executive, or Operations Manager roles.
- Be part of the team driving Hawaiʻi's most advanced roofing operation.
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and performance-based incentives.
- A culture built on craftsmanship, accountability, teamwork, and excellence.