Plumbing Project Manager (P.E.) | Austin, TX | Hybrid

Purple Cow Recruiting; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 22–28 days

8 paid holidays

401(k)

Medical, dental, vision

Life/AD&D

Disability

Dev reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Heartline Staffing seeks a Plumbing Project Manager (P.E.) in Austin, TX, to lead plumbing engineering on diverse projects within an MEP context. The role requires PE licensure, a BS in engineering, and 10+ years of experience, with responsibilities spanning design oversight, project planning, and client coordination.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement in Austin, with PTO, holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, life, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• PE license REQUIRED.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an accredited four-year university REQUIRED.
• 10+ years of engineering work experience REQUIRED.
• Ability to manage projects as the sole point of contact for full MEP design.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and analyses for plumbing systems.
• Oversee design and preparation of plans and specifications for MEP projects.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, and QA measures to ensure on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and agencies to meet project requirements.
• Provide field observations of contractor work to ensure conformance with plans.
• Support business development and marketing efforts for new projects.

Skills

Project leadership

Client liaison

Team guidance

Communication

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Plumbing Project Manager (P.E.) | Austin, TX | Hybrid

Full Time | MEP Plumbing Engineering | Austin, Texas

Heartline Staffing is hiring a Plumbing Project Manager (P.E.) in Austin, Texas.

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Perform and lead engineering analysis, design, planning, review, and construction administration for large and small projects focused on plumbing engineering
• Manage and oversee projects as the sole point of contact for full mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) design
• Apply advanced engineering concepts and resolve new and unusual problems with minimal oversight
• Influence and motivate internal and external leaders to achieve project objectives

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT

• Project leadership role with ownership of full MEP design delivery
• Hybrid work arrangement
• 22–28 days of PTO plus 8 paid holidays
• 401(k) and defined pension plan
• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurance
• Reimbursement for job-related professional development

SCHEDULE & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Full-time position
• Hybrid work arrangement based in Austin, Texas
• MEP department
• Includes field observations of contractor work

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Design Oversight

• Perform engineering calculations and estimates
• Collect, organize, and interpret project information to incorporate into new designs
• Identify, analyze, and recommend engineering alternatives
• Conduct preliminary engineering studies, including data gathering, alternatives analysis, and related calculations
• Perform original design work, plans, and specifications, and provide input on construction cost
• Conduct field observations of contractor work to ensure compliance with plans and specifications
• Perform statistical analysis to ensure compliance with established specifications
• Interpret field notes to prepare or oversee preparation of plans and drawings
• Maintain accurate project files and records from initiation through close-out
• Operate computer-aided engineering design and analysis programs
• Maintain compliance with regulatory and industry standards

Project Planning

• Serve as project manager on moderately complex to complex projects
• Assign work, establish schedules, monitor team performance, and provide guidance and leadership to ensure on-time completion
• Plan, schedule, and lead all project phases
• Act as liaison with clients, contractors, agencies, departments, and private utilities
• Establish and ensure completion of quality assurance measures
• Prepare and interpret engineering plans and specifications and communicate technical requirements to contractors

Business Development

• Support marketing, estimating, and contract acquisition
• Refine pursuit strategies by market segment and develop approaches to individual project pursuits
• Lead implementation of marketing and business plans to strengthen existing relationships and develop new ones
• Cross-sell additional mechanical, electrical, and plumbing services to existing clients

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Compensation details shared during your recruiter conversation
• 22–28 days of PTO
• 8 paid holidays
• 401(k) and defined pension plan
• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance ($30,000 benefit)
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary life insurance for employee, spouse, and dependent children
• Reimbursement for job-related professional development

Requirements

• Professional Engineer (PE) license REQUIRED
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year university REQUIRED
• 10+ years of engineering work experience REQUIRED
• Ability to manage projects as the sole point of contact for full MEP design
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit
• Ability to provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others
• Attention to detail
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with corporate managers, end users, and engineers from other departments
• May be required to attain project manager certification
• MPM certification preferred
• Master's degree in Engineering preferred
• Leadership experience preferred
• Advanced plumbing engineering experience preferred