rIK pAPA

Owner & Project Executive

Rik is an accomplished construction manager with strong relationships in the construction and development industry.  He is Diligent, motivated, highly talented, and well-respected throughout the industry in Hawaii, with substantial experience in Construction Project Management, Development, and Construction Safety.  His ability to identify and implement strategies results in reduced costs, increased revenues, strengthens customer relationships, improves business performance while driving profitable growth.

• Skilled in supervision and direction of all phases of the construction process from project development, preconstruction, construction operations, safety, and project closeout

• Proficient in managing multiple simultaneous projects with critical time constraints on multiple islands

• Skilled at working with clients and design teams to resolve complex issues focused on budget and schedule

• Knowledgeable in managing multiple contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors

• Well-versed in construction administration, including cost controls, scheduling, and insurance

• Possesses well-developed communication and interpersonal skills

• Possesses background in the following: Guaranteed Maximum Price(GMP), Design/Build and Cost-Plus

GARON NOBRIGA

Project MANAGER

Garon is an accomplished construction project manager who has worked in the Hawaii construction industry for over 10 years.  He began his career working as an Assistant Project Manager for a local commercial general contractor then later moved into construction management representing project owners.  During that time, he has acquired experience in various sectors of the industry inclusive of Commercial Retail, Residential Condominiums, and Hospitality.  He has been involved in all aspects of construction with a focus that includes coordination between key project stake holders. 

He is skilled at financial and schedule management, design change coordination and early issue identification and resolution, as well as safety, quality control, and documentation management.  He has distinct experience in the following aspects of construction:

• Sitework, Utilities, Building Pad and Shell Construction

• Tenant Improvements to include Management and Coordination of Owner / Tenant Requirements

• Exterior Building Skin and Façade Construction and Repair

• Coordination and Implementation of Owner Punchlist Inspection Process

• Hospitality Renovations of Guestrooms and Common Areas, as well as Exterior Site Improvements including Landscapes and Hardscapes

Shannon Cifuentes

Administrative Assistant

Shannon is an accomplished Administrative Assistant with proven experience in the construction industry. She spent the last 2 years working as a Project Administrator for a local General Contracting Company assisting Project managers with day-to-day construction administration on several commercial construction projects including an office conversion to market rentals.  During that time, she gained experience in managing subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors contracts, as well as the AIA Application process for payment. 

• Well-versed in the review of contractor and subcontractor monthly pay application and supporting documentation

• Possesses well-developed communication and interpersonal skills

• Assists in the preparation of Monthly Lender inspection reports

• Skilled at administration of the Punchlist and Warranty process, as well as job close-out procedures