Contract Plumbing Engineer (P.Eng., Nova Scotia)

Helio urban developments; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A design-build company in Halifax is seeking a plumbing engineer for small multi-unit developments. This role requires experience in residential plumbing design, with the ability to deliver efficient solutions quickly. Ideal candidates will hold a P.Eng. license in Nova Scotia and have over 3 years of relevant experience. Projects offer competitive fixed fees and quick turnaround times, emphasizing efficiency and quality.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of residential plumbing design experience.
• Available for occasional 3-5 day turnarounds.
• Experience with residential DHW systems and code requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver stamped plumbing drawings based on standardized templates.
• Handle residential plumbing layouts and code compliance documentation.
• Collaborate with the architectural and civil teams.

Skills

Residential plumbing design experience

Proficient with plumbing design software

Hydraulic calculations

Education

P.Eng. (Mechanical) licensed in Nova Scotia

Job description

Overview

About Helio Urban Development: We're a design-build company specializing in small multi-unit developments (4-12 units) optimized for CMHC MLI Select. We build every project ourselves using standardized, modular designs—same floor plans, same plumbing layouts, same simple residential systems.

The Work

Scope per project :

• Residential plumbing layouts and riser diagrams
• Domestic hot water system sizing and design
• Basic hydraulic calculations
• Code compliance documentation
• Integration with our architectural and civil packages

Typical turnaround : 3-5 business days per project

Volume : 1-2 plumbing packages annually (occasional basis)

Project type : Simple Part 9 residential - standard residential plumbing systems

What Makes This Attractive

• Standardized templates: Similar building layouts mean you develop efficient standard approaches
• Quick money: Small scope, fast turnaround, good compensation for minimal time investment
• No project management headaches: We handle permitting, coordination, construction - you just deliver stamped plumbing drawings
• High-performance team: Work with other results-driven professionals who respect your time and expertise
• Growth potential: If you can handle other disciplines (electrical, HVAC, structural), significantly more work available

Compensation

Fixed fee per project - quote your rate for a typical 5-unit plumbing package

Net 15 payment terms

Repeat client: Steady relationship as we scale, predictable scope when needed

Requirements

• P.Eng. (Mechanical) licensed in Nova Scotia + Certificate of Compliance
• 3+ years residential plumbing design experience
• Proficient with plumbing design software and hydraulic calculations
• Experience with residential DHW systems and code requirements
• Available for occasional 3-5 day turnarounds

Major Bonus

Multi-discipline capability: If you can also handle electrical, HVAC, or structural engineering, we have significantly more contract work available. Our ideal scenario is working with fewer engineers who can cover multiple disciplines.

Ready for Occasional Plumbing Work?

Send us :

• PDF rsum + Engineers NS license number
• One plumbing project example (residential preferred)
• Your fixed fee for a typical 5-unit plumbing package
• Note any additional engineering disciplines you can handle

Simple projects, fair pay, fast decisions.

Looking for a plumbing engineer who values efficiency and quality over complexity.