Sr. Plumbing Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

The Senior Plumbing Designer is responsible for leading the design and coordination of plumbing systems for both residential and commercial construction projects, including single-family, multifamily, hospitality, and mixed-use developments. This role supports projects from preconstruction through construction by developing accurate, code-compliant, and highly coordinated designs.

The Senior Plumbing Designer works closely with engineers, project managers, and field teams to deliver efficient, constructible solutions while supporting a fully integrated approach that includes design, engineering, prefabrication, and installation.

• Lead the design and development of plumbing systems for residential (single-family & multifamily) and commercial projects.
• Prepare detailed plumbing layouts, schematics, and construction drawings for domestic water, sanitary, and storm systems.
• Coordinate plumbing systems with other building systems including HVAC, fire protection, and structural/architectural components.
• Collaborate with preconstruction and estimating teams to support budgeting, value engineering, and system selection.
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with local codes, regulations, and project requirements.
• Support design-build and preconstruction efforts by providing input on constructability and system optimization.
• Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM/VDC tools to produce coordinated models and construction documents.
• Identify and resolve design conflicts through coordination with internal teams and external consultants.
• Provide technical support to field teams during construction, including responding to RFIs and addressing design-related issues.
• Mentor and guide junior designers to ensure quality and consistency across project deliverables.
• Assist with prefabrication planning and coordination to improve efficiency and reduce installation time.

• 7–10+ years of experience in plumbing design within the construction industry.
• Proven experience designing plumbing systems for both residential (single-family & multifamily) and commercial projects.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, materials, and installation practices.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM/VDC coordination tools.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Strong understanding of plumbing codes, standards, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience working for a plumbing or mechanical contractor supporting design-build and construction projects.
• Familiarity with prefabrication processes and in-house fabrication coordination.
• Experience supporting large-scale multifamily, hospitality, or commercial developments.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Drafting, Construction Management, or a related field.