Plumbing Project Manager – Professional Engineer
Description
Plumbing Project Manager (P.E.) – Austin, TX | Hybrid
This senior engineering role is focused on plumbing engineering within MEP building design and requires an experienced Professional Engineer who can independently lead complex projects from design through construction administration.
The Plumbing Project Manager will perform and oversee engineering analysis, calculations, design, plan review, specifications, and construction administration for plumbing systems. The position also serves as a key client and contractor contact and may act as the primary point of contact for full Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) design delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Lead plumbing engineering design, calculations, plans, specifications, and construction administration.
Manage moderately complex to complex MEP projects from planning through completion.
Coordinate project schedules, quality reviews, engineering teams, clients, contractors, agencies, and other project stakeholders.
Conduct field observations and ensure construction complies with engineering plans and specifications.
Review project information, evaluate engineering alternatives, and resolve technical or design issues.
Maintain compliance with applicable codes, regulatory requirements, and engineering standards.
Provide leadership and technical guidance to project team members.
Support quality assurance and project documentation through project closeout.
Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Support business development, project pursuits, estimating, proposals, and expansion of services with existing clients.
Required
Qualifications
Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license applicable to Texas.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year university.
Minimum 10 years of engineering experience.
Significant experience specifically in plumbing engineering and MEP building design.
Experience with plumbing design, engineering calculations, plan review, specifications, code compliance, and construction administration.
Demonstrated project-management experience leading complex engineering projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
Strong client and contractor communication skills.
Ability to work independently with limited oversight.
Preferred Experience
Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit.
Formal staff leadership or supervisory experience.
Experience supporting business development and client growth.
Project management certification and/or a master's degree in Engineering are advantageous but not required.
This is a hybrid position based in Austin, Texas, with approximately three days onsite and two days working remotely. Candidates should be able to work regularly from the Austin office or be prepared to relocate to the area
Requirements
Professional Engineer license.
May be required to attain project manager certification.
Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit.
Provides leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training and guidance, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal to others.
Attention to detail.
Able to clearly and effectively communicate with corporate managers, end users, and engineers from other departments.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year university.
Minimum 10 years of engineering experience — required.
Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license applicable to Texas — required.
Significant plumbing engineering experience within MEP building design, including design, calculations, plan review, specifications, and construction administration.
Experience managing complex MEP projects and coordinating clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.