MEP Project Manager - Commercial Plumbing

AlphaX•San Jose, CA

About The Position

The MEP Project Manager leads commercial and industrial plumbing and process piping projects from preconstruction through final closeout. This role involves hands-on project ownership, technical knowledge of plumbing systems, and management of project teams, costs, schedules, and successful delivery. The Project Manager coordinates field operations, subcontractors, vendors, and client relationships while maintaining quality, safety, and profitability.

Requirements

At least 5 years of project management experience in commercial or industrial plumbing construction.
Demonstrated experience managing commercial plumbing and/or process piping projects.
Previous experience working for a plumbing contractor, mechanical contractor, or MEP subcontractor.
Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, construction drawings, specifications, and installation methods.
Experience managing project schedules, budgets, procurement, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and subcontractors.
Ability to take full ownership of projects from preconstruction through final completion.
Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and client relationship management skills.
Ability to coordinate multiple project activities while maintaining schedule and budget commitments.
Direct project management experience in commercial or industrial plumbing construction is required; residential-only experience or backgrounds limited to MEP coordination or administrative support do not qualify.

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, budget, and manage commercial plumbing and process piping projects from preconstruction through completion.
Oversee field crews, subcontractors, and vendors to maintain productivity, installation quality, jobsite safety, and project schedules.
Review construction drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders to identify and resolve technical issues and scope discrepancies.
Coordinate procurement, material deliveries, equipment, and field resources to support project execution.
Monitor project budgets, job costs, billing, and change orders to maintain financial performance and profitability.
Work with general contractors, engineers, clients, and inspectors to resolve project challenges and maintain effective communication.
Lead project meetings and monitor progress against established schedules, budgets, and milestones.
Coordinate inspections, system commissioning, punch lists, and final project closeout to ensure contractual requirements are met.
Identify potential project risks and implement solutions to prevent delays, cost overruns, and disruptions to field operations.