Plumbing Project Manager RimePro Inc Piedmont, CA Job Details Full-time $125,000 - $195,000 a year 14 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Project development phase management Construction specifications Construction RFI responses Construction material procurement Construction cost control Project documentation Virtual design and construction (VDC) Materials management in construction Pipe blueprint interpretation Project change management BIM model coordination Mechanical system commissioning projects Purchase order management Mechanical drawings As-built drawings Engineering project budget management Construction drawing review Project management experience in healthcare Contracts Schedule creation Construction subcontract management Managing projects Cost estimates Material cost estimating Commissioning phase involvement Construction submittals Commercial building projects Building information modeling (BIM) tools Commercial construction pipefitting projects Full Job Description Summary A well-established Bay Area mechanical contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale commercial plumbing construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout. The ideal candidate has a strong background working for a commercial plumbing or mechanical contractor and understands the complete project lifecycle, including design coordination, procurement, scheduling, subcontractor management, billing, change orders, cost control, and field execution. Projects may include high-rise residential, multifamily, commercial, institutional, education, healthcare, laboratories, and other complex large-scale developments . The company has extensive experience delivering design-build and design-assist plumbing systems on technically demanding projects. Key Responsibilities Manage commercial plumbing projects from preconstruction through final turnover Review plumbing drawings, specifications, contracts, bid documents, and project scopes Coordinate domestic water, sanitary waste and vent, storm drainage, natural gas, and plumbing equipment systems Develop and maintain preconstruction and project schedules Manage plumbing equipment, fixtures, materials, piping, and long-lead procurement Coordinate closely with plumbing Foremen, Superintendents, field crews, engineers, and detailers Manage subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and consultants Oversee plumbing submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, change orders, and project documentation Review BIM/VDC coordination and plumbing layouts for constructability Establish labor and material cost codes and monitor project performance Prepare schedules of values and manage monthly project billing Track labor, material costs, committed costs, cash flow, and overall project profitability Prepare and manage change estimates and negotiate change orders Review purchase orders and major material/equipment purchases Conduct regular site visits to monitor installation, quality, schedule, and productivity Identify design conflicts, field issues, delays, and potential cost impacts before they affect project performance Coordinate testing, inspections, startup, commissioning, and turnover requirements Manage final closeout including warranties, O&M manuals, as-builts, and final documentation Requirements 5-10+ years of commercial plumbing or mechanical construction experience Strong commercial plumbing project management experience preferred Experience working for a plumbing contractor or mechanical contractor strongly preferred Strong knowledge of commercial plumbing systems, piping, fixtures, and equipment Experience managing large and technically complex plumbing projects Understanding of design-build and design-assist construction preferred Experience managing projects from preconstruction through final closeout Strong knowledge of plumbing procurement, scheduling, labor tracking, and field coordination Experience managing project budgets, billing, forecasting, change orders, and cost control Ability to read and interpret plumbing drawings, specifications, contracts, and BIM coordination drawings Strong understanding of RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, purchase orders, and project documentation Strong communication, leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred; equivalent trade experience considered Preferred Project Experience Large-scale commercial plumbing High-rise residential and multifamily Affordable housing Commercial office Healthcare and laboratories Education and institutional facilities Design-build / design-assist plumbing Ground-up construction Complex renovations and tenant improvements BIM/VDC coordinated plumbing systems Software Experience Experience with platforms such as Bluebeam, Procore, BIM 360, Viewpoint, Microsoft Project, Raken, Textura, CADD-EST, Excel, and Microsoft Office is preferred. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Performance-based bonus potential Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) Paid holidays and PTO Ongoing professional training and development Long-term advancement opportunities Stable pipeline of large-scale plumbing and mechanical construction projects Opportunity to work with an established contractor known for long-term employee retention and career development