Senior Plumbing Designer

Stantec; Stamford (CT); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Job summary

Stantec seeks a Senior Plumbing Designer to join our US Northeast Buildings practice, covering Stamford, CT, and other locations. You will design complex plumbing and fire protection systems from concept through construction documents, using Revit and related tools.

You will mentor junior staff and ensure code compliance across projects. Join a leading design firm and contribute to high-profile projects with strong collaboration across mechanical, electrical and plumbing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years of plumbing design experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) and/or CPD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design sanitary, vent, storm, domestic water distribution systems and related plumbing and fire protection components.
• Produce plumbing and fire sprinkler design documents using Revit and other design software.
• Work independently with minimal direction and mentor Designers and Interns.
• Ensure compliance with codes and regulatory requirements for plumbing design.
• Review shop drawings and RFIs; conduct site observations to verify construction.
• Assist in preparing construction cost estimates and timelines.

Skills

Plumbing design

Fire protection design

Revit

Client communication

Team mentoring

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

PE or CPD preferred

Tools

Revit

Autodesk software

Job description

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

Join a Top 10 design firm in our US Northeast Buildings practice that provides Interior Design, Architecture, and Buildings Engineering services. We are seeking experienced Senior Plumbing Designer in Rochester, New York - Butler, Pennsylvania, - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, - Cleveland, Ohio, - Washington D.C., New York City, New York, - and Stamford, Connecticut Offices. As an integral member of the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) team, the Senior Plumbing Designer has the knowledge and ability to design a broad range of plumbing systems, specialized plumbing systems, and basic fire protection systems from conceptual design through construction documents. This individual is also responsible to provide design ideas / solutions, and mentor other Designers and Interns.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Works in conjunction with the project design team from conceptual design through construction documents on the design of sanitary, vent, storm, domestic water distribution systems, purified water systems, medical gas systems, laboratory gas systems, natural gas systems, and basic fire protection systems. Specific to the design of these systems, the ideal candidate must be able to design, size, select, schedule, and specify the plumbing and fire sprinkler system components and equipment.

• Produces plumbing and fire sprinkler design documents using Revit and other relevant design software.

• Work independently with minimal direction.

• Perform specialized designs by applying advanced skills.

• Demonstrate understanding of codes and regulatory requirements applicable to plumbing and fire sprinkler design.

• Manage deadlines and prioritize assignments in an efficient and effective manner.

• Communicate effectively with team members, clients, and contractors.

• Identify complex design constraints and provide solutions.

• Comply with company design standards and policies.

• Assists in preparing construction cost estimates.

• Reviews shop drawing submittals and RFIs.

• Performs site observations to ensure installed plumbing and fire sprinkler systems meet design intent.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Demonstrate understanding of client, project, and team requirements.

• Demonstrate complete understanding of design software and how to apply it to company procedures.

• Proficient software skills in Revit and other relevant design software.

• Understand plumbing codes and design requirements specific to the local geographic market.

• Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills.

• Excellent writing skills.

• Excellent problem-solving skills.

• Keen attention to details.

• Proficient in producing large scale, complex designs.

• Able to work collaboratively as a member of a team.

• Able to work efficiently in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or a minimum of 10-years of plumbing design experience in is required.

• Professional Engineer (PE) and / or Certified Plumbing Design (CPD) credential is preferred.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range:

• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, ME, NY, VA Areas-$110,300.00 - $165,500.00 Annually
• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ, VA Areas-$121,300.00 - $182,100.00 Annually
• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA, VA Areas-$130,200.00 - $195,300.00 Annually
• Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP)-$139,000.00 - $208,500.00 Annually

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary:

• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year.
• In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
• Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
• The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | CT | Stamford
Other Locations: United States | OH | Cleveland
Organization: 1915 Buildings-US Northeast Engineering-Stamford CT
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Individual contributor
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time

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