Plumbing & Process Pipe Project Manager

Cox Engineering; Randolph (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Workplace perks

Job summary

Cox Construction seeks a highly capable Plumbing & Process Pipe Project Manager to lead the delivery of plumbing and process piping projects across diverse industries in Randolph, MA. The role oversees the full lifecycle from pre-construction planning to closeout, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget adherence with client specs and industry standards.

Reporting to the GM of Plumbing and GM of Process Pipe, you will guide field teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders while navigating

Qualifications

• Experience leading plumbing and process piping projects.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead plumbing and process piping projects from award through closeout.
• Review drawings, specs, contracts, and schedules to develop execution plans.
• Develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, schedules, and resource plans.
• Coordinate procurement of pipe, fittings, valves, and long-lead materials.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Build project schedules using Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam, or similar tools.
• Direct and support field teams and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, and contractors to resolve challenges.
• Monitor progress, quality, and safety on site.

Job description

Cox Construction | Randolph, MA | Full-Time | Onsite with Travel to Project Sites

Lead Complex Projects. Drive Operational Excellence. Build What Matters.

Cox Construction is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Plumbing & Process Pipe Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of plumbing and process piping projects across a diverse range of industries. This role is responsible for overseeing the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction planning through project closeout, while ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with client specifications and industry standards.

Reporting to the GM of Plumbing and GM of Process Pipe, the Plumbing & Process Pipe Project Manager will manage commercial, industrial, institutional, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, healthcare, and municipal infrastructure projects while providing leadership to field teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders. This position requires a professional who can successfully navigate both traditional plumbing systems and specialized process piping installations, including high-purity, sanitary, chemical, and high-pressure applications.

If you are a strategic project leader with strong technical expertise, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality mechanical construction projects, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage plumbing and process piping projects from award through closeout.
• Review project drawings, specifications, contracts, and schedules to develop execution plans and manpower strategies.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and resource plans.
• Coordinate procurement activities, including pipe, fittings, valves, specialty equipment, and long-lead materials.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement logs, and project documentation.
• Build and maintain project schedules utilizing tools such as Procore, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, or similar platforms.
• Direct and support plumbing foremen, pipefitters, welders, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, architects, general contractors, and other trades to resolve project challenges and maintain project flow.
• Conduct regular project site visits to monitor progress, productivity, quality, and safety performance.
• Review and approve shop drawings, isometrics, P&IDs, and material submittals.
• Oversee testing, commissioning, flushing, passivation, and startup activities as required by project specifications.
• Ensure compliance with applicable plumbing, process piping, safety, and quality standards.
• Monitor project costs, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to protect profitability and schedule commitments.
• Prepare and present project updates, financial reports, and progress reports to clients and company leadership.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships that support repeat business and long-term partnerships.

Why Join Cox Construction?

At Cox Construction, we believe great projects are built through leadership, collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence. As a Plumbing & Process Pipe Project Manager, you'll have the opportunity to lead complex and impactful projects while working alongside talented professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional results. You'll play a key role in the growth of our plumbing and process piping operations while developing long-term relationships with clients across multiple industries.

Cox Construction offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, health, dental and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off, company-sponsored benefits, professional development opportunities, and additional workplace perks designed to support your success and career growth.

Location:

Randolph, MA (Onsite with travel to project sites)

Position Type:

Full-Time, Exempt