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Plumbing Designer

ColonialWebb
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026
ColonialWebb is seeking talented Mechanical Designers to join our Design team in Richmond to generate CAD documents, project coordination drawings, working shop drawings, and any documents to support shop and construction operations.

Who We Are

At ColonialWebb, we are deeply committed to our people, our culture, and the continued growth of our business. As a full-service MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) contractor, we pride ourselves on the quality and expertise of our teams, who work across a diverse range of specialties, including New Construction, Mechanical Service, Industrial Refrigeration, and Manufacturing. For over 50 years, we've been dedicated to delivering comprehensive solutions and unmatched service to our commercial customers, earning a reputation as a trusted contractor in the industry.

Perks Of Joining ColonialWebb


  • Market, competitive wages based on experience
  • Opportunities for career growth, training, and development
  • 401(k) plan with a generous company match
  • Personal leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave
  • Excellent Medical, dental, vision, and Rx drug insurance
  • Life and accidental death insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Employee referral incentives
  • Scholarship program for employees’ children


A Day In The Life


  • Coordinates and details work efficiently and in accordance with plans and specifications, and ColonialWebb fabrication standards. Advises the respective Project Manager as conflicts occur
  • Documents and provides marked up submittals to Project Manager showing any modifications, or discrepancies related to inline duct and piping devices. This includes, but is not limited to fire, smoke, opposed blade and control dampers on the air side, control valves and in line specialty devices related to the pipe and plumbing side
  • Works in a collaborative manner with the respective Project Manager to reduce cost of installation through efficient layout and acceptable changes to contract drawings. Project Management has the authority to direct changes in layout
  • Creates an efficient layout by eliminating unnecessary duct, pipe, and fittings during coordination
  • Monitors and reports to the respective Project Manager when coordination and detailing requires work above and beyond that indicated on the contract drawings
  • Provides training and support to new and existing designers in the use of computerized design software and equipment, as required
  • Contacts the Virtual Construction Manager as conflicts in direction or priority arise
  • Provides accurate estimates for completion of assignments to the Virtual Construction Manager
  • Communicates with the respective Project Manager or Project Engineer as required to accomplish assigned tasks. Documents directives and notifies the Virtual Construction Manager of any changes effecting the completion of work
  • Provides and reviews daily/weekly progress reports—i.e., footage, weld inches, hangers, and any reports pertaining to your discipline as required by the Virtual Construction Manager
  • Generates full coordination and fabrication drawings and provides all necessary paperwork to complete task—i.e., pounds of metal, accessories, footage, weld inches, feet of pipe, etc.
  • Provides clear, dimensional, and accurate drawings/spool sheets from fabrication
  • Visits job sites as necessary to complete work assignment.
  • Attends meetings—i.e., project turnover and manufacturing meetings for new and existing projects—as requested by Virtual Construction Manager required by job
  • Other duties as assigned by Virtual Construction Manager


You Should Have


  • High level understanding of his/her trade (mechanical pipe, plumbing or sheet metal) relative to commercial and industrial construction
  • 3 years of Field experience pertaining to his/her trade (mechanical pipe, plumbing or sheet metal) or 3 years of direct design/detailing experience (in relevant trade)
  • Proficiency in CAD detailing and design
  • Preferred experience with Revit
  • Experience with AutoCad and Navisworks
  • Experience with 3D Design
  • Working knowledge of Fabrication Suite software preferred
  • Able to read and understand contract drawings, specs, and submittals
  • Possess basic computer skills, (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work with minimum supervision
  • Ability to deal diplomatically and effectively with customers
  • Possess the ability to work on multiple projects and meet project deadlines
  • Able to work from jobsite environment on occasion


Apply online: www.ColonialWebb.com/careers.

EOE M/W/Disability/Vets

Veterans and those with previous military experience are encouraged to apply.

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