Plumbing Project Manager (P.E.)

YK Solutions•Austin, TX

2d•$116,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Plumbing Project Manager performs and/or leads engineering analysis, design, plan review, and construction administration for projects of varying sizes, with a focus on Plumbing Engineering. The role applies advanced engineering concepts, principles, practices, and methods across a variety of work environments. It requires initiative and resourcefulness to research precedents and develop methods, resolve unusual problems, and recommend solutions. The position is expected to produce quality work independently with minimal oversight and to engage with internal and external leaders to influence and motivate others toward project objectives. The project manager must also be able to manage projects as the sole point of contact for full Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) design. The role reports to the Vice President of MEP Department. The position oversees design and project planning, including engineering calculations, estimates, studies, design documents, field observations, compliance, project records, scheduling, team performance, client and contractor liaison, coordination with agencies and utilities, and quality assurance. It also supports business development by helping market services, pursue and obtain work, build client relationships, and cross-sell MEP services. This is a permanent, hybrid position in Austin, Texas, with a stated salary range of $116,000–$160,000.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year university.
At least 10 years of engineering work experience.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
May be required to attain project manager certification.
Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit.
Attention to detail.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with corporate managers, end users, and engineers from other departments.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Plumbing Engineering experience.
MPM certification.
Master's degree in Engineering.

Responsibilities

Perform engineering calculations and estimates.
Collect, organize, and interpret project information for new project designs.
Identify, analyze, and recommend engineering alternatives.
Conduct preliminary engineering studies, gather data, analyze alternatives, and perform related calculations.
Perform original design work and prepare plans and specifications; provide input on construction cost.
Conduct field observations of contractor work to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
Perform statistical analysis to ensure compliance with established specifications.
Identify problems or opportunities through collection and analysis of data.
Interpret and condense field notes to prepare or oversee preparation of plans and drawings.
Maintain accurate project filing and records from initiation through closeout.
Operate computer-aided engineering design analysis programs and tools.
Apply and maintain compliance with regulatory and industry standards and requirements.
Serve as project manager on moderately complex to complex projects.
Assign projects, establish schedules, monitor team performance, provide guidance and leadership, and ensure timely project completion.
Plan, schedule, and lead all phases of moderately complex to complex projects.
Act as liaison with clients, contractors, and related agencies to support customer satisfaction.
Coordinate and cooperate with agencies, departments, and private utilities involved in or affected by projects.
Establish and ensure completion of quality assurance measures, including developing and monitoring reports and revising policies and procedures.
Prepare and interpret engineering plans and specifications and communicate technical requirements to contractors.
Support marketing the firm's services, estimating, acquiring, and signing contracts.
Refine pursuit strategies by market segment and develop approaches to individual project pursuits based on strategic plan updates.
Lead planning, direction, and implementation of marketing and business plans to leverage existing relationships and develop new ones to obtain additional work.
Cross-sell MEP technical services to existing clients and support other technical departments in providing services to existing clients.
Provide leadership, assign work, evaluate, train, guide, counsel, and recommend dismissal of others.

Benefits

22–28 days of paid time off.
8 paid holidays.
401(k) and defined pension plan.
Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health care and dependent care expenses.
Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance ($30,000 benefit).
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Optional voluntary life insurance for the employee, spouse, and dependent children.
Reimbursement for job-related professional development.