Project Manager

Project Manager - Plumbing (Southern California) Location-specific role – must be able to work on-site in Colton, CA. Base salary: $75,000-90,000, depending on experience with a potential annual bonus based on performance. We are hiring urgently! Bring your plumbing expertise and project management skills to a company that truly values its people. At Johnson Plumbing, we offer a family-oriented environment where you're more than just a number—you're part of the team. If you take pride in keeping projects organized, leading teams, and driving jobs from takeoff through completion, this is your opportunity to grow. Join us as a Project Manager and take the next step in building a rewarding, long-term career with Johnson Plumbing. About the Role You'll work directly with the Senior Project Manager to oversee commercial plumbing projects throughout the region. Most of your work will be performed in the office, with occasional field visits. You'll typically manage 10–15 projects at a time, up to 20 during peak season. Key Responsibilities Prepare project takeoffs from plans using Bluebeam; assist with estimating and change orders. Create and update project timelines and forecast budgets using BuildOps and MS Excel. Coordinate directly with contractors and clients. Define project scope of work and reconcile it with the contract. Build Schedules of Values (SOV); maintain and prepare accurate billing applications. Manage project cost, manpower, material, equipment and subrequirements. Place initial material orders and track long-lead-time items with subcontractors. Track and monitor equipment and company resources by project. Review project schedules and communicate manpower needs to field supervision. Monitor active project progress, collaborating with the field team on status, budget-to-actual, and changes. Maintain as-built plans at each project phase alongside the field team. Perform project closeout - finalize budget, paperwork and billing. Prepare and review status reports across all projects. Identify and create RFIs, submittals, and cost impacts. Ensure compliance with plans, specifications and contract documents. What We Offer 100% employer-paid medical insurance (Kaiser options available). Dental and vision insurance. Supplemental insurance options: short-term disability, accident and cancer coverage. 401(k) plan with company match. Paid vacation, sick time and holidays. Requirements This role requires a background check, drug/alcohol screening, driving record check and successful I-9 completion prior to start date. Required Skills, Experience & Character 1-3 years minimum prior experience as a Project Engineer, Project Coordinator, Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager in commercial plumbing or another trade. Desire to continue to learn, grow and expand with a company with big goals to keep growing. Proficient with computer software programs including MS Excel and Office Suite. Understanding of plumbing systems, plumbing industry standards and ability to read plans. Desired, Not Required Skills Experience using BuildOps project management software. Experience using BlueBeam software. #J-18808-Ljbffr