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MEP Project Manager - Commercial Plumbing

AlphaX · San Jose · United States

Full timeProject Manager

Posted: 10/23/2026 · Last checked: 10/23/2026

Job description

Quoted in full from AlphaX's job posting. Gavroche does not edit it.

We’re seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager to oversee commercial and industrial plumbing and process piping projects from preconstruction through final closeout, ensuring projects meet schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution for commercial plumbing and process piping installations.
  • Supervise field crews, subcontractors, and vendors to maintain productivity, quality, and project timelines.
  • Review construction drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders to resolve technical and scope-related issues.
  • Coordinate procurement, material deliveries, equipment, and field resources.
  • Monitor project costs, budgets, billing, and change orders to maintain profitability.
  • Collaborate with general contractors, engineers, clients, and inspectors to resolve project issues and maintain clear communication.
  • Lead progress meetings and oversee inspections, commissioning, punch lists, and final project closeout.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of project management experience in commercial or industrial plumbing construction.
  • Proven experience managing commercial plumbing and/or process piping projects.
  • Previous employment with a plumbing contractor, mechanical contractor, or MEP subcontractor.
  • Strong understanding of plumbing systems, construction drawings, specifications, and installation methods.
  • Experience managing schedules, budgets, procurement, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and subcontractors.
  • Ability to take full ownership of projects from preconstruction through completion.
  • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and client management skills.

Important: Direct commercial or industrial plumbing construction project management experience is required. Residential-only project management candidates and those 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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