MEP Project Manager - Commercial Plumbing

Location: San Jose, California, United States

Workplace: on_site

Employment Type: full

Description

We’re seeking an experienced Commercial Plumbing Project Manager to oversee commercial and industrial plumbing and process piping projects from preconstruction through completion, managing schedules, budgets, field operations, and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and industrial plumbing and process piping projects from planning through closeout.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, procurement plans, and execution strategies.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, field crews, and project personnel to maintain productivity and meet deadlines.
• Review plumbing drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Serve as the primary contact for general contractors, clients, engineers, inspectors, and suppliers.
• Monitor project costs, billing, change orders, and financial performance to maintain profitability.
• Oversee material procurement, equipment deliveries, and field operations.
• Lead project meetings, resolve construction issues, and communicate progress, risks, and schedule updates.
• Manage inspections, punch lists, commissioning, and final project closeout.

Requirements

• 5+ years of project management experience in commercial or industrial plumbing construction.
• Proven experience managing commercial plumbing and/or process piping projects.
• Previous experience with a plumbing contractor, mechanical contractor, or MEP subcontractor.
• Strong understanding of plumbing systems, construction methods, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and subcontractors.
• Ability to independently manage projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and client management skills.

Note: Commercial or industrial plumbing construction experience is required. Residential-only project management or MEP coordination and administrative support experience will not qualify.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health insurance options.
• Retirement plan options.
• Paid time off.
• Additional company-sponsored benefits.