Plumbing Project Manager (PE) | MEP Engineering | Hybrid | Austin, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Plumbing Project Manager (PE) to lead the design, coordination, and delivery of plumbing systems for a variety of commercial, institutional, healthcare, educational, and municipal projects.

This position combines technical plumbing engineering expertise with project leadership responsibilities. The successful candidate will oversee project execution from concept through construction administration, manage client relationships, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards.

No Visa Sponsorship | No Relocation Assistance

Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Responsibilities:

Plumbing Engineering & Design

• Review contractor submittals, RFIs, and other project documentation.
• Lead the design and analysis of plumbing systems for building projects.
• Evaluate design alternatives and recommend practical engineering solutions.
• Conduct site visits, field observations, and construction administration activities.
• Utilize design software including AutoCAD, Revit, and related engineering tools.
• Perform code reviews and ensure compliance with applicable plumbing and building standards.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, specifications, reports, and construction documents.

Project Management

• Oversee project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate plumbing designs with mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural disciplines.
• Ensure quality assurance and quality control standards are maintained throughout project execution.

Leadership & Business Development

• Assist with strategic planning and project pursuit activities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and designers.
• Identify opportunities to expand services and support long-term client growth.
• Participate in project proposals, budgeting, estimating, and scope development.
• Support business development efforts and maintain strong client relationships.

Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Minimum 10 years of engineering experience.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Experience managing plumbing engineering projects within an MEP or building systems environment.
• Strong understanding of plumbing system design, construction documents, and construction administration.

Preferred Skills:

• Project Management certification (PMP or similar)
• Advanced experience with Revit and BIM coordination.
• Business development and client management experience.
• Experience serving as Project Manager on complex building design projects.
• Commercial, healthcare, educational, municipal, or institutional project experience.

Benefits & Perks:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Pension Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development and Continuing Education Assistance