Senior Plumbing Designer II

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Competitive retirement plan

Health, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. is seeking a Senior Designer II to lead discipline design delivery from kickoff to closeout. You will mentor designers and EITs, ensure quality, and coordinate across multiple disciplines with clients and contractors.

Ideal candidates have a two-year technical degree with extensive design experience, plus strong knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and engineering software. This on-site role emphasizes collaboration and project execution.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree plus eight years applicable experience or 10 years of practical design experience.
• Five years of experience with large scope projects.
• Ability to read and interpret plans from multiple disciplines (architectural, structural, civil, plumbing, electrical, mechanical).

Responsibilities

• Lead discipline design delivery from kickoff through closeout; coordinate across disciplines and communicate with clients and contractors.
• Mentor designers and EITs while upholding standards, schedule, and fee commitments.
• Coordinate initial project setup and keep the team aligned with the current model; communicate updates with architects and disciplines.
• Prepare electronic drawings with accuracy, neatness, and efficiency using industry software; ensure documentation quality.
• Develop design concepts in coordination with the Project Engineer; implement design requirements as relayed by the team.
• Perform system design layout and sizing; assist with studies, load calculations, and equipment selection.
• Anticipate issues and propose solutions; work with the team to resolve them.
• Review shop drawings, record changes, and keep all disciplines informed of details and schedules.
• Lead coordination with owners, architects, and other disciplines; respond to contractor questions.
• Coordinate contract documents with Construction Administration; perform site observations as required.
• Perform clash checks in Navisworks and drive timely resolution of defects.
• Assist in development of man-hour budgets and quantify effort; report progress/risks.
• Maintain detailed communications records with clients, contractors, vendors, and team; support QA/QC.
• Mentor designers and EITs; assist with data collection and project management tasks.

Skills

Mentoring

Coordination across disciplines

Client communication

Education

Two-year technical degree

Eight years design experience or ten years practical design

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

TRACE

HASS

SKM

Job description

At SSR, we’re more than a leading engineering design, consulting, and planning firm—we’re a team of owners committed to solving complex projects and delivering innovative solutions for facility and infrastructure challenges. With locations across the U.S. and expertise spanning diverse markets and services, our collaborative approach empowers us to build lasting partnerships with each other, our clients, and our communities.

We believe high performance and a people-first culture go hand in hand. As an owner from day one, our colleagues thrive in an environment that values accountability, celebrates achievement, and supports personal and professional growth. As owners, we take pride in our work and in each other—driving results while fostering a workplace where everyone feels seen, supported, and inspired.

Want to hear directly from our team? Visit http://www.ssr-inc.com/life-at-ssr and explore our culture on LinkedIn and Instagram.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Designer II, you’ll lead discipline design delivery—developing concepts and layouts, coordinating across disciplines, guiding documentation quality, and communicating with clients and contractors from kickoff through closeout. You’ll mentor designers and EITs while upholding standards, schedule, and fee commitments.

• Coordinate initial project set‑up and keep the team working to the current model; communicate updates with the architect and disciplines.
• Prepare electronic drawings with accuracy, neatness, and efficiency using industry software; hold responsibility for documentation quality.
• Develop design approaches and concepts in coordination with the Project Engineer; implement design requirements as relayed by the team.
• Perform system design layout and sizing; assist with studies, load calculations, and equipment selection to fit the project design.
• Anticipate problems and potential conflicts; propose solutions and work with the team to execute them.
• Review shop drawings, record changes, and keep all disciplines informed of details and schedules; attend client and internal update meetings.
• Lead coordination with owners, architects, and other disciplines; communicate design requirements and answer contractor/supplier questions.
• Coordinate contract documents with Construction Administration; perform site observations/inspections as required.
• Perform collision checks in Navisworks and resolve clashes with the team; review plans for defects and drive timely resolution.
• Assist in development of man‑hour budgets; perform tasks to plan by accurately quantifying effort and reporting progress/risks.
• Maintain detailed records of communications with clients, contractors, vendors, and team members; support standardization of practices and QA/QC.
• Mentor designers and EITs; may assist with data collection/field verification and selected project management tasks.

Minimum Requirements

• Two-year technical degree in an applicable discipline plus eight years applicable experience OR 10 years of practical design experience
• Five years of experience with large scope projects
• Experience in performing system or project designs with only general technical supervision from engineering staff
• Capable of reading and interpreting plans from other disciplines (i.e., architectural, structural, civil, plumbing, electrical, mechanical)

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficient knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and discipline‑specific engineering software (e.g., TRACE, HASS, SKM).
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and applicable codes/standards and construction terminology.
• General knowledge of engineering theories/methodologies, systems integration, and the applicable engineering discipline.
• Clear written communication, technical writing, and speech clarity; strong comprehension and ability to convey requirements.
• Interpersonal influence, mentoring mindset, and organizational skills to marshal resources and manage multiple activities at once.
• Detail‑oriented with sound judgment and decision‑making; ability to foresee issues and propose solutions proactively.

What We Offer

• 100% Employee Owned – Ownership from day one with immediate ESOP vesting.
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with immediate vesting and a generous company match.
• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company‑funded HSA contributions for HDHP plans.
• Company-Paid Protection – Life insurance, AD&D, and short and long term disability at no cost to you.
• Work-Life Balance – Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid company holidays.
• Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.

SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affinitive Action Employer

EEO Disabled/Veterans