Project Manager - TI Plumbing

Riddle Recruitment; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Riddle Recruitment is seeking a Plumbing Project Manager to lead tenant improvement and commercial construction plumbing systems in California. You will oversee complex projects, ensure on-time delivery, budget control, and adherence to safety standards on large-scale construction sites.

The role requires strong leadership, proactive planning, and collaboration with field teams and client stakeholders to drive profitable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex commercial plumbing projects (schedule, scope and budget).
• Demonstrated ability to lead internal teams from kickoff to completion.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute multiple concurrent commercial plumbing projects.
• Bid, budget, and estimate using industry standards.
• Monitor field operations, crew productivity, and manpower.
• Manage RFIs, SOVs, billing, and change orders.
• Conduct job walks and site visits.
• Lead and communicate with field and foreman teams.
• Build and maintain relationships with commercial clients.
• Mentor Project Engineers and internal support teams.
• Participate in bi-weekly project manager meetings.
• Drive project success through technical knowledge and leadership.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Job description

Join one of California's premier mechanical and plumbing contractors. Well-established with over 40 years of experience in commercial HVAC and plumbing systems. Proudly 100% employee-owned, they bring a collaborative, invested approach to every project and have earned a reputation as one of the most trusted names in the field. This is a chance to join a team of passionate, skilled people working on industry-defining projects. They're a group who love what they do - and love being one of California's leading Mechanical Experts.

Note: Riddle Recruitment partners directly with the hiring company. This is a direct hire with the contractor.

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Plumbing Project Manager to lead tenant improvement and commercial construction projects. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee complex plumbing systems within large-scale construction initiatives, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in strict compliance with all safety and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive leadership style, exceptional project management skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality results in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute multiple concurrent commercial plumbing projects
• Bid, budget, and estimate using proprietary methodology and industry standards
• Monitor field operations, crew productivity, and manpower
• Manage RFIs, SOVs, billing, and change orders
• Conduct job walks and site visits
• Lead and communicate effectively with field and foreman teams
• Build and maintain relationships across our commercial client base
• Mentor and develop Project Engineers and internal support teams
• Participate in bi-weekly project manager meetings
• Drive project success through technical knowledge and strong leadership

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success managing complex commercial plumbing projects (schedule, scope and budget)
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management and leading internal teams, from kickoff meeting through completion
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to lead mechanical scope discussions with clarity
• Proven ability to build team culture and deliver profitable projects

Compensation

Salary Range:$105,000 - $165,000 annually

+ incentive program