Our Team
At Hawaii Estimating, we specialize in providing accurate construction takeoffs and cost estimates prepared specifically for projects. Our team of experienced estimators ensures every number reflects local materials, labor rates, and the unique market conditions. We give contractors the precise data they need to plan, bid, and succeed with confidence.
Senior Estimating Leadership
With over 25 years of construction estimating experience in Hawaii, Keoni leads our team in producing accurate, actionable cost estimates for commercial, residential, and government projects. As a Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) and Project Management Professional (PMP), Keoni ensures that every estimate aligns with Hawaii’s unique market conditions. Keoni’s focus is on multi-trade coordination, scope alignment, and providing contractors with realistic, reliable estimates that support winning bids.
Keoni L. Akana | Director of Estimating Teams
Leilani brings 15 years of experience in preconstruction estimating for healthcare, hospitality, and large-scale commercial projects in Hawaii. As a Project Management Professional (PMP) and LEED Green Associate, she specializes in sustainable construction practices and cost-effective project planning.
Her meticulous approach ensures that every estimate reflects accurate quantities, scope, and pricing while factoring in Hawaii’s specific considerations such as costs and local labor rates.
Leilani K. Mahelona | Senior Preconstruction Estimator
Trade Specific Estimating Team
Malia has 12 years of experience preparing detailed takeoffs and estimates across all construction trades. As a Certified Cost Engineer (CCE), she is intimately familiar with local standards, contractor regulations, and regional pricing. Her estimates give contractors confidence that every number is grounded in Hawaii’s realities so bids are competitive and reliable.
Malia P. Kealoha | Multi-Trade Cost Estimator
Alyssa has more than decades of professional estimating experience supporting contractors with trade level takeoffs and cost breakdowns for projects of varying size and complexity. She specializes in maintaining scope clarity, avoiding quantity overlaps, and ensuring consistent pricing across all trades included in an estimate.
Her understanding of Hawaii’s regional construction practices and cost variables allows her to deliver trade estimates that are accurate, complete, and ready for competitive bidding.
Alyssa M. Keawe | Senior Trade Estimator
Quality Assurance Department
Each estimate goes through a careful review by our dedicated QA team, something many estimating firms don’t provide.
With over 18 years in quantity verification and cost review, Hoku ensures each estimate meets the highest standards of precision. Her work includes double-checking takeoffs, validating material costs, and confirming labor assumptions for Hawaii-specific projects.
Hoku M. Lehua | CCE, Lead Quality Assurance Estimator
Koa audits every estimate for scope gaps, duplicated quantities, and missing assemblies. With 15 years of experience in commercial and public works estimating, he guarantees that every estimate is complete, accurate, and ready for bidding.
Koa T. Nakama | Senior Estimate Reviewer