HTMC Lead Design Manager - $104KHTM Contractors, Inc. | Honolulu, HIFULL TIME | ONSITE | IN PERSONMonday - Friday 7:00 am - 4:00 pmJoin 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.
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)
HOW TO APPLYApply 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
