Sr. Plumbing Designer

Senior Plumbing Designer

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.