Plumbing Project Manager

Job Summary

Plumbing Project Manager – New Construction

Salary Range: $90,000–$110,000 (Determined in Interview)
Location: Greater Phoenix / East Valley

A leading Commercial HVAC & Plumbing contractor is expanding and looking for a skilled Plumbing Project Manager ready to step into a stable, growth-oriented environment. This is an opportunity to join a team that values craftsmanship, reliability, and developing strong tradesmen and women for the future.

If you’re goal-driven, take pride in quality work, and communicate well with both the field and leadership, this role will give you the platform to lead large-scale plumbing projects and build a high-performing team.

What You Will Do Project Planning & Coordination

• Review drawings, submittals, and plumbing schematics for project planning.
• Build project schedules, manpower plans, and material takeoffs.
• Coordinate closely with GCs, engineers, inspectors, and field supervisors.

Construction Management

• Lead and direct field crews and subcontractors on new-construction projects.
• Oversee plumbing system installations including domestic water, DWV, hydronics, gas piping, storm systems, medical gas (if applicable), and specialty systems.
• Ensure work meets all quality, code, and project specifications.

Budget & Cost Management

• Track costs, labor hours, and change orders to maintain budget compliance.
• Approve purchasing, manage vendors, and monitor material deliveries.
• Identify opportunities to reduce cost while maintaining safety and performance.

Quality Control & Compliance

• Perform inspections, pressure tests, chlorination, camera inspections, and other system verifications.
• Maintain compliance with IPC, UPC, OSHA, and project QA/QC standards.
• Prepare documentation for inspections, commissioning, and closeout.

Safety, Risk Mitigation & Problem Solving

• Enforce safety standards and support a proactive safety culture.
• Resolve design conflicts, field challenges, and coordination issues.
• Anticipate schedule risks and adjust sequencing when necessary.

Communication & Reporting

• Maintain daily logs, progress reports, RFIs, and documentation.
• Lead weekly coordination meetings with foremen and site leadership.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all plumbing-related project matters.

Qualifications

• 7 years of professional plumbing experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proven experience managing plumbing projects, ideally $1M .
• Strong organizational skills with a commitment to deadlines and follow-through.
• A reliable, steady communicator who can guide and develop field teams.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Profit-Sharing Retirement Plan
• Wages on Demand Access
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (48 hours)
• Sick Time (40 hours)
• Occasional travel for job walks or site reviews

Duties

• Lead planning, execution, and closeout of plumbing construction projects, ensuring adherence to project specifications, schedules, and budgets.
• Develop detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or similar project management tools; monitor progress and adjust plans proactively.
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors to facilitate seamless communication and project flow.
• Review blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to verify compliance with design intent and regulatory standards.
• Manage procurement processes including construction estimating, bid evaluations using HeavyBid or comparable software, and contract negotiations.
• Oversee on-site activities ensuring safety protocols are followed; supervise plumbing installation work on construction sites with civil 3D integration.
• Utilize construction management software such as ProCore and Bluebeam for document control, RFIs, submittals, and progress tracking.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor quality control; resolve issues related to project scope or schedule promptly.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on project status, risks, and resource allocation for stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and local building codes; review contracts regularly for scope clarity.

Experience

• Proven experience in construction management with a focus on plumbing or mechanical systems within large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Extensive knowledge of plumbing systems design, blueprint reading, schematics interpretation, and civil site plans.
• Demonstrated proficiency in project scheduling tools such as Primavera P6; experience with construction estimating software like HeavyBid is preferred.
• Familiarity with construction management platforms including ProCore and Bluebeam for documentation and collaboration.
• Strong background in contract administration, change management, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Hands-on experience working on construction sites with a solid understanding of safety standards and site logistics.
• Excellent time management skills coupled with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Knowledge of relevant codes, regulations, and standards governing plumbing installation and civil works. This role is ideal for a motivated professional eager to lead complex plumbing projects while fostering innovation within a collaborative environment. If you possess the technical expertise combined with leadership capabilities necessary for success in this dynamic field, we encourage you to apply.
• We are hiring ASAP!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000 - $120,000