Senior Plumbing Engineer
About The Position
The Senior Plumbing Engineer leads the planning, design, and documentation of plumbing and fire protection systems for projects across building types and market sectors. The role supports project delivery through construction documents, engineering calculations, system evaluations, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. The position works under the supervision of the Director of Engineering and respective Studio Director, collaborating with project teams to deliver high-quality, integrated, code-compliant solutions. It requires technical aptitude, effective communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting schedules and quality standards. The engineer leads plumbing system design for new construction, renovations, and facility improvements; prepares fire protection performance/bid documents and specifications; performs calculations and system assessments; and supports construction administration. The role also contributes to sustainable design, client relationships, quality reviews, and the mentorship and development of less-experienced plumbing design staff. The position develops construction documents using Revit and other design tools, coordinates documents with internal design teams, and works with clients, project managers, engineers, designers, and field personnel throughout the project lifecycle. It includes continued technical and professional development, participation in proposals and scopes of services, and relationship-building with industry manufacturers, vendors, and designers. Work takes place in both office and field environments, with occasional travel and occasional work outside normal business hours.
Requirements
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
- 10+ years of experience in plumbing and fire protection design and engineering.
- Proven track record leading the design and execution of technically complex plumbing and fire protection systems in commercial markets.
- Proficiency with Autodesk Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and OneNote.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong planning, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to move throughout construction sites at various stages of development without assistance.
- Ability to perform field observations and site visits in varying weather and environmental conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Certified in Plumbing Design (CPD) certification from the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE).
Responsibilities
- Lead and execute plumbing system design for new construction, renovation, and facility improvement projects.
- Lead and execute preparation of fire protection performance/bid documents and specifications.
- Prepare engineering calculations, including plumbing system sizing and related analyses.
- Participate in sustainable design initiatives and analyze plumbing system performance.
- Conduct existing system assessments and evaluations to support project planning and design.
- Assist with construction administration, including responding to contractor questions and reviewing project documentation.
- Support client relationships through responsive communication and professional service.
- Review other plumbing designers’ work for code compliance and quality.
- Mentor and support the career development of less-experienced plumbing design staff.
- Deliver accurate, complete, and code-compliant plumbing designs and fire protection performance documents while meeting project milestones and quality standards.
- Communicate project objectives, challenges, and solutions with clients, field personnel, and project team members.
- Develop construction documents using Revit and other design software tools.
- Produce coordinated documentation that aligns with project requirements, applicable codes, and firm standards.
- Mentor and direct plumbing designers in construction document production.
- Coordinate with internal design teams to produce complete, coordinated project documents.
- Work with clients, project managers, engineers, designers, and field personnel throughout the project lifecycle.
- Organize and prioritize workload across multiple concurrent projects.
- Continue developing technical knowledge of systems, codes, regulations, industry standards, and design best practices.
- Expand proficiency in design technologies and project delivery processes.
- Work with project managers to develop project proposals, scopes of services, and fees.
- Seek business growth opportunities and professional growth with increased responsibility.
- Develop and maintain relationships with manufacturers, vendors, and designers in the plumbing design industry.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
