Project Manager - Plumbing

Thompsonknows; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Solutions Group in Sioux City, IA, is seeking an experienced Project Manager, Plumbing to lead commercial and industrial plumbing construction from planning through closeout. You will drive safety, on-time delivery, and budget compliance while aligning with customer expectations and project requirements.

You will collaborate with customers, field teams, engineers, and subcontractors to deliver solutions, review design alternatives, estimates, schedules, and ensure quality control.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of construction experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial/industrial plumbing systems and codes.
• Ability to read drawings, specs, and contracts.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office; willingness to learn new tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of commercial and industrial plumbing projects from initiation to completion.
• Assist in planning and design alternatives and solutions.
• Prepare and review budgets, cost estimates, and feasibility studies.
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, manpower plans, contracts, and QC measures.
• Coordinate with field teams, architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Review estimates, drawings, schedules, and scope to meet objectives.
• Approve billings, change orders, and cost reports.
• Support field supervision to ensure safe, productive execution.
• Lead closeout activities, punch lists, and final billing.
• Build customer relationships and identify opportunities for additional Thompson services.
• Collaborate across the organization to ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Project management

Plumbing systems

Client communication

Reading drawings

Scheduling

Budgeting

Education

AS/BS in PM/Engineering/Construction

Tools

MS Office

Estimating software

Job description

Project Manager, Plumbing

About the Opportunity

Thompson Solutions Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager, Plumbing to lead commercial and industrial plumbing construction projects from planning through closeout. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering projects safely, on time, within budget, and according to customer expectations and project requirements.

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with customers, field teams, engineers, and construction professionals while building long-term relationships and contributing to the success of a wide range of plumbing projects.

What You’ll Do

• Manage all phases of commercial and industrial plumbing construction projects from initiation through completion.
• Participate in project planning and the development of design alternatives and solutions.
• Prepare and review conceptual estimates, feasibility studies, budgets, and cost estimates.
• Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, manpower plans, contracts, and quality control measures.
• Oversee day-to-day project activities and coordinate with architectural, engineering, and construction partners.
• Review project estimates, specifications, drawings, schedules, and scope requirements to ensure project objectives are met.
• Review and approve project billings, change orders, progress payments, and project cost reports.
• Partner closely with field supervision to support safe, productive, and efficient project execution.
• Lead project closeout activities, including punch lists, final inspections, as-built documentation, operation and maintenance manuals, and final billing.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships while identifying opportunities to support additional Thompson Solutions Group services.
• Collaborate with team members across the organization to ensure customer satisfaction and promote the company’s full range of solutions.

What We’re Looking For

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction, or a related field. Equivalent experience leading plumbing projects in progressively responsible field roles may be considered in place of formal education.
• 3 to 5years of construction experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial and industrial plumbing systems, construction methods, codes, specifications, and project management practices.
• Experience managing project budgets, labor planning, scheduling, forecasting, and overall project financial performance.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documents.
• Knowledge of project scheduling, job costing, procurement, and contract administration.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with customers, employees, and external partners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new software tools.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills and the ability to build strong working relationships.

Work Environment & Travel

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to travel between company offices, customer locations, and job sites as needed.

Thompson Solutions Group is a proud EEO employer.