Plumbing Field Engineer — MEP Coordination Pro

01451 WDF Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

WDF Inc., a Tutor Perini Company, seeks a Plumbing Field Engineer to join our Mt Vernon, NY and NY Metro area project sites. The role focuses on planning, coordination, and execution of plumbing work under the general contractor to ensure design conformity, schedules, safety, and code compliance.

The candidate will review drawings, coordinate with subcontractors, assist with layout and BIM coordination, and monitor field activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Two (2)+ years of experience in plumbing or MEP construction, including field or project engineering.
• Experience working with a general contractor or large mechanical subcontractor strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of plumbing systems, including domestic water, sanitary and storm drainage, gas, fixtures, and equipment.
• Familiarity with construction documents, specifications, and submittal processes.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Knowledge of plumbing codes, including IPC, local plumbing codes, and applicable NYC requirements, and commissioning practices.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation habits.

Responsibilities

• Review plumbing drawings, specifications, and submittals for accuracy and constructability.
• Coordinate with plumbing subcontractors, architects, engineers, and other trades to resolve design or field issues.
• Assist with layout, installation planning, and field verification of plumbing systems.
• Support the implementation of BIM coordination and clash detection for MEP systems.
• Monitor plumbing installation activities to ensure compliance with plans, codes, and safety regulations.
• Conduct site inspections and quality checks on domestic water piping, sanitary and storm drainage, plumbing fixtures, and equipment installations.
• Maintain daily logs, track progress, and assist in preparing field reports and punch lists.
• Verify equipment deliveries, storage, and handling to ensure manufacturer requirements are met.
• Assist in developing and maintaining MEP project schedules.
• Track progress of plumbing work against schedule milestones.
• Support cost tracking, change order documentation, and subcontractor billing verification.
• Coordinate plumbing pressure testing, flushing, disinfection, and inspection activities.
• Support commissioning documentation, start-up procedures, and turnover packages.
• Ensure as-built drawings, O&M manuals, and warranties are properly collected and submitted.
• Enforce site safety policies and promote a safe work environment.
• Ensure all plumbing work meets local plumbing and building codes, water-efficiency standards, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

WDF Inc., a Tutor Perini Company, seeks a Plumbing Field Engineer to join our Mt Vernon, NY and NY Metro area project sites. The role focuses on planning, coordination, and execution of plumbing work under the general contractor to ensure design conformity, schedules, safety, and code compliance.

The candidate will review drawings, coordinate with subcontractors, assist with layout and BIM coordination, and monitor field activities.