Plumbing Designer

Gdm Ae; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning architecture and engineering firm is seeking a Certified Plumbing Designer to join their innovative team. In this pivotal role, you will apply your expertise in plumbing design principles to deliver complex engineering solutions and oversee project workflows. You will collaborate with project managers and participate in quality control reviews, ensuring that all designs meet state and federal requirements. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will contribute to impactful projects across multiple states. If you are a self-motivated professional with a strong work ethic, this is your opportunity to shine in a supportive and growth-oriented company.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off - 6 weeks per year

Retirement 401k - 3% contribution by employer

Bonus pay up to $17,500 per year

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mechanical/plumbing experience required.
• Proficient in Revit and familiar with design software.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed drawings and specifications for construction.
• Perform quality control reviews and coordinate design activities.

Skills

Plumbing Design Principles

Mechanical Engineering

Revit

Problem-Solving Skills

Quality Control

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Suite

InDesign

Navisworks

Job description

GDM is an award-winning Architecture and Engineering firm with locations in Oregon, Washington, New Mexico, Arizona, Hawaii and Alaska. We are actively looking for a Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD) to join our team. This self-motivated individual will work with firm executives to prepare/implement plans, and oversee the financial well being of our firm. Ideal candidates will have experience preparing design drawings and specifications packages for construction.

Daily Duties/Tasks

• Apply plumbing design principals and practices to the engineering field.
• Work with project managers to deliver complex designs.
• Perform quality control reviews of key deliverables.
• Apply state, local, and federal design requirements to federal projects.
• Perform site visits and document existing conditions.
• Develop detailed drawings and specifications packages for construction.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform conceptual, layout, and detailed design tasks and coordinate design and construction activities.
• Exercise judgement and problem-solving skills to develop unique design solutions.
• Perform calculations and review work of drafters.
• Proactively advance workflows, systems and project timelines.
• Attend project meetings and assist team with resolving problems across key disciplines.
• Participate in cross-discipline project quality control reviews.

Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Existing professional registration or ability to obtain within 3-6 months
• 8+ years of mechanical/plumbing experience
• Proficient in Revit
• Experience with Sketch up, Adobe Suite, InDesign, and Navisworks
• Ability to exercise judgement and discretion
• Ability to set priorities and manage competing demands
• Demonstrate a reliable, responsive and positive work ethic
• Ability to meet critical deadlines
• Possess a strong work ethic and conduct operations with integrity
• Punctuality and occasional travel
• Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Paid time off – 6 weeks per year
• Retirement 401k – 3% contribution by employer
• Bonus pay up to $17,500 per year

Application Process

Please send resume and cover letter to Adam Goddin, CEO at [e-mail]