Our Team

Hamakua Framing & Structure, Inc. is a full service, licensed, bonded and insured residential and renovation general contractor serving Hawaii Island since 2004.  We offer broad services specifically designed to cater to your particular construction or remodel needs. Every project is different and our crew of skilled craftsmen are versatile, flexible, and able to adapt their talents to meet the requirements of our diverse clientele and varied projects. Whether you're building your first home or your retirement luxury estate, Hamakua Framing & Structure, Inc. can provide you with quality workmanship and excellent customer service. 

Matthew R. Charbonneau, owner and managing member of Hamakua Framing & Structure, Inc. was born in Michigan and after graduation began his career in the construction industry.

Matt quickly learned all aspects of the construction trade by starting as an apprentice.  After years of on the job training he was given an opportunity to work on the Island of Molokai  to manage the Maunaloa Relocation Project. His next move was to the Big Island of Hawaii were he settled in Honokaa with his family.  During the next few years Matt worked as a union carpenter running numerous State and Federal construction sites as well as many luxury homes of the west side of the island.

In 2004 Matt teamed up with his brother-in-law, Wade Lee, to create Hamakua Framing & Structure.  Matt's management skills have kept his employees working through the economic downturn of the past few years.  Under his direction Hamakua Framing & Structure, Inc. has developed a reputation for quality construction from the single family turn-key home to multi-million dollar custom framing projects.

Originally from the East Coast, Marysue has called Hawaii her home for over 20 years.  Her diverse background includes office management in property development, retail, banking, restaurant, non-profit and construction industries as well as serving as an account representative for many years for a local CPA firm.   She brings an extensive knowledge of office management, inventory control, and job cost accounting, making her the perfect person to manage the administration and accounting requirements of Hamakua Framing & Structure, Inc.