MEP Project Manager - Commercial Plumbing
- Location
- San Jose, California, United States
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
We are seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager to lead commercial and industrial plumbing and process piping projects from preconstruction through final closeout. The ideal candidate has a strong background in plumbing construction and the ability to manage project teams, control costs, maintain schedules, and ensure successful project delivery. This role requires hands-on project ownership, strong technical knowledge of plumbing systems, and the ability to coordinate field operations, subcontractors, vendors, and client relationships while maintaining quality, safety, and profitability. Responsibilities
• Plan, schedule, budget, and manage commercial plumbing and process piping projects from preconstruction through completion.
- Plan, schedule, budget, and manage commercial plumbing and process piping projects from preconstruction through completion.
- Oversee field crews, subcontractors, and vendors to maintain productivity, installation quality, jobsite safety, and project schedules.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders to identify and resolve technical issues and scope discrepancies.
- Coordinate procurement, material deliveries, equipment, and field resources to support project execution.
- Monitor project budgets, job costs, billing, and change orders to maintain financial performance and profitability.
- Work closely with general contractors, engineers, clients, and inspectors to resolve project challenges and maintain effective communication.
- Lead project meetings and monitor progress against established schedules, budgets, and milestones.
- Coordinate inspections, system commissioning, punch lists, and final project closeout to ensure all contractual requirements are met.
- Identify potential project risks and implement solutions to prevent delays, cost overruns, and disruptions to field operations.
• 5+ years of project management experience in commercial or industrial plumbing construction. • Demonstrated experience managing commercial plumbing and/or process piping projects. • Previous experience working for a plumbing contractor, mechanical contractor, or MEP subcontractor. • Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, construction drawings, specifications, and installation methods. • Experience managing project schedules, budgets, procurement, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and subcontractors. • Ability to take full ownership of projects from preconstruction through final completion. • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and client relationship management skills. • Ability to coordinate multiple project activities while maintaining schedule and budget commitments. Important Qualification: Direct project management experience in commercial or industrial plumbing construction is required. Candidates with residential-only experience or backgrounds limited to MEP coordination or administrative support will not qualify. Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health insurance options.
- Retirement plan options.
- Paid time off.
- Additional company-sponsored benefits.
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Posted 30 Oct 2026 · checked 30 Oct 2026 · Report this job