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Plumbing Project Manager (P.E.) | Austin, TX | Hybrid

Austin, TXPosted Oct 15, 2026

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Description Plumbing Project Manager (P.E.) | Austin, TX | Hybrid Full Time | MEP Plumbing Engineering | Austin, Texas Kerry Martin, MSN, RN Senior Recruiter | Heartline Staffing Call or Text: 608-216-2928 Email: kerry@heartlinestaffing.com LinkedIn: View Kerry's LinkedIn Prefer a quick conversation instead of applying?

Call or text Kerry directly at 608-216-2928. Heartline Staffing is hiring a Plumbing Project Manager (P.E.) in Austin, Texas.

POSITION OVERVIEW

  • Perform and lead engineering analysis, design, planning, review, and construction administration for large and small projects focused on plumbing engineering
  • Manage and oversee projects as the sole point of contact for full mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) design
  • Apply advanced engineering concepts and resolve new and unusual problems with minimal oversight
  • Influence and motivate internal and external leaders to achieve project objectives WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT
  • Project leadership role with ownership of full MEP design delivery
  • Hybrid work arrangement
  • 22–28 days of PTO plus 8 paid holidays
  • 401(k) and defined pension plan
  • Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employer-paid life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Reimbursement for job-related professional development SCHEDULE & WORK ENVIRONMENT
  • Full-time position
  • Hybrid work arrangement based in Austin, Texas
  • MEP department
  • Includes field observations of contractor work KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Design Oversight
  • Perform engineering calculations and estimates
  • Collect, organize, and interpret project information to incorporate into new designs
  • Identify, analyze, and recommend engineering alternatives
  • Conduct preliminary engineering studies, including data gathering, alternatives analysis, and related calculations
  • Perform original design work, plans, and specifications, and provide input on construction cost
  • Conduct field observations of contractor work to ensure compliance with plans and specifications
  • Perform statistical analysis to ensure compliance with established specifications
  • Interpret field notes to prepare or oversee preparation of plans and drawings
  • Maintain accurate project files and records from initiation through close-out
  • Operate computer-aided engineering design and analysis programs
  • Maintain compliance with regulatory and industry standards Project Planning
  • Serve as project manager on moderately complex to complex projects
  • Assign work, establish schedules, monitor team performance, and provide guidance and leadership to ensure on-time completion
  • Plan, schedule, and lead all project phases
  • Act as liaison with clients, contractors, agencies, departments, and private utilities
  • Establish and ensure completion of quality assurance measures
  • Prepare and interpret engineering plans and specifications and communicate technical requirements to contractors Business Development
  • Support marketing, estimating, and contract acquisition
  • Refine pursuit strategies by market segment and develop approaches to individual project pursuits
  • Lead implementation of marketing and business plans to strengthen existing relationships and develop new ones
  • Cross-sell additional mechanical, electrical, and plumbing services to existing clients COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
  • Compensation details shared during your recruiter conversation
  • 22–28 days of PTO
  • 8 paid holidays
  • 401(k) and defined pension plan
  • Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care
  • Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance ($30,000 benefit)
  • Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary life insurance for employee, spouse, and dependent children
  • Reimbursement for job-related professional development Requirements
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license REQUIRED
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year university REQUIRED
  • 10+ years of engineering work experience REQUIRED
  • Ability to manage projects as the sole point of contact for full MEP design
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit
  • Ability to provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with corporate managers, end users, and engineers from other departments
  • May be required to attain project manager certification
  • MPM certification preferred
  • Master's degree in Engineering preferred
  • Leadership experience preferred
  • Advanced plumbing engineering experience preferred

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