Project Manager

Wallace P Johnson Plumbing &; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Holiday pay

Job summary

Johnson Plumbing in Stockton, CA is seeking a Project Manager – Commercial Plumbing to oversee multiple Northern California projects from the office. In-office role with occasional field visits and responsibility for 10–20 projects during peak season.

You will manage budgets, schedules, submittals, RFIs, and documentation, coordinating with clients and subcontractors to deliver on time and within contract specifications.

Qualifications

• Experience with MS Excel and Office Suite in project management.
• Strong reading of plans and understanding of plumbing systems.
• Familiarity with BuildOps project management software.
• Experience using BlueBeam for project workflows.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple Northern California commercial plumbing projects from office.
• Visit field occasionally; manage 10–15 projects, up to 20 in peak season.
• Prepare takeoffs, budgets, change orders, and SOVs.
• Coordinate with contractors, clients, and field teams.
• Ensure plans, specs and contracts are followed; monitor progress.

Skills

MS Excel

Office Suite

Reading plans

Plumbing knowledge

Project coordination

BuildOps

BlueBeam

Tools

BuildOps

BlueBeam

Job description

Description

Project Manager – Commercial Plumbing

Johnson Plumbing | Stockton, CA (In-Office) | $75,000–$90,000/year (BOE)

Bring your plumbing expertise and project management skills to a company that truly values its people. At Johnson Plumbing, we offer a family-oriented environment where you're more than just a number—you're part of the team.

If you take pride in keeping projects organized, leading teams, and driving jobs from takeoff through completion, this is your opportunity to grow. Join us as a Project Manager and take the next step in building a rewarding, long-term career with Johnson Plumbing.

This position is location specific. Please only apply if you can work in the office located in Stockton, CA.

Your Job Duties

You will work directly with the Northern California Division Director to oversee multiple Northern California commercial plumbing projects. You will visit the field on occasion, and most of your work will be performed in the office. You will manage 10–15 projects at a time on average, and up to 20 projects during peak season.

• Prepare project takeoffs using project plans (via BlueBeam software); assist with project estimating and creating change orders
• Create and update detailed project timelines; forecast budgets using BuildOps and MS Excel
• Coordinate directly with contractors and clients
• Coordinate project startup activities, submittals, material procurement, and subcontractor selection
• Identify the scope of work for each project and reconcile scope of work with the contract
• Build SOVs for all projects; maintain and prepare accurate billing applications
• Manage project cost, manpower, material, equipment, and sub requirements
• Make initial material orders and track long lead-time items, coordinating with subcontractors
• Track and monitor all equipment and company resources by project
• Review project schedules and inform field supervision of manpower needs
• Monitor ongoing progress on active projects, collaborating with the field team on status, budget-to-actual, and changes
• Maintain as-built plans at each phase of the project in conjunction with the field
• Perform project closeout to finalize budget, paperwork, and billing
• Prepare and review status reports on all projects
• Identify and create RFIs, submittals, and cost impacts
• Ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Develop project budgets

For You

Your base compensation will be $75,000 - $90,000 depending on experience. In addition, you'll receive:

• 100% employee-paid medical insurance with choice of coverage options through Kaiser
• Dental and vision insurance options
• Additional supplemental insurance options including short-term disability, accident, and cancer insurance
• Company 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay

Required Skills, Experience & Character

You Have:

• 1-3 years minimum prior experience as a Project Engineer, Project Coordinator, Assistant Project Manager, or Project Manager in commercial plumbing or another trade
• Desire to continue to learn, grow, and expand with a company with big goals to keep growing
• Proficiency with computer software programs including MS Excel and Office Suite
• Understanding of plumbing systems, plumbing industry standards, and ability to read plans
• Experience using BuildOps project management software
• Experience using BlueBeam software

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person