Plumbing Designer

Gordon M. Buitendorp Associates, Inc.•Grand Rapids, MI

2h•Hybrid

About The Position

GMB is currently seeking a Plumbing Designer to fill a role on our project teams. Our ideal candidate is an experienced designer with a passion for educational design, and at least six (6) years of relevant skills and experience. The purpose of this role is to provide expertise in the technical aspects of plumbing design including code compliance, specifications, system integration and constructability. Our purpose is helping build strong communities through educational opportunity. We focus on projects within the educational ecosystem, from Pre-K through Higher Education and spaces in our community that support lifelong learning. Our integrated team gets to work together on a wide range of project types – building design, performance engineering, communications campaigns, branding, enrollment marketing, financial analysis, projections and planning – and we're proud of the impact that our work has on the lives and trajectories of students across the United States. Will you join us?

Requirements

6+ years of plumbing design experience.
Prior experience implementing designs through construction.
Demonstrated ability to create 3D models, focusing on Plumbing but with the ability to coordinate with all disciplines.
Ability to manage design of multiple projects/deadlines simultaneously.
Must possess a technical knowledge base with desire to learn, lead, and grow.
Able and willing to travel locally for field work at client sites.
A passion for plumbing design.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree related to Plumbing Design (or degree related to HVAC Design or Mechanical Engineering) is preferred.
Proven ability to prioritize effectively, have good follow-through, and practice self-implemented quality control measures.
CPD certification is a plus.
Ability to design automatic fire suppression systems.
Plumbing design experience in A/E firm preferred.
Proficiency with Revit.

Responsibilities

Prepare construction documents using Revit.
Utilize your expertise to support GMB with the design of complex plumbing systems.
Design domestic water, storm water, sanitary drain, waste and vent systems, fuel systems, and laboratory gas systems.
Coordinate design efforts working closely with our project teams, clients, and building owners.
Produce one-line diagrams/schematics, hydraulic calculations of plumbing systems, and calculations in the sizing of plumbing systems and equipment selection.
Ensure that all drawings are prepared with accuracy, neatness and speed.
Communicate with team members, other disciplines and outside vendors to obtain necessary information for designs and drawings.
Assist the design team in the process of assembling organized sets of drawings.
May assist in data collection and/or field verification, and work in conjunction with our teams of engineers to help develop all aspects of a project.