San Jose, United States
MEP Project Manager - Commercial Plumbing
AlphaX · San Jose · United States
- Contract
- Full time
- Occupation
- Project Manager
Posted: 10/27/2026 · Last checked: 10/28/2026
Job description
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We are seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager to oversee commercial and industrial plumbing and process piping projects from preconstruction through final closeout. The ideal candidate has a strong background in plumbing construction project management and can lead teams, control project costs, maintain schedules, and deliver quality results while meeting client expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, schedule, budget, and manage commercial plumbing and process piping projects from preconstruction through completion.
- Supervise field crews, subcontractors, and vendors to maintain productivity, workmanship, 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, costs, billing, and change orders to maintain financial performance and profitability.
- Collaborate with general contractors, engineers, clients, and inspectors to resolve project challenges and maintain clear communication.
- Lead project meetings and track progress against established schedules and milestones.
- Coordinate inspections, commissioning, punch lists, and final project closeout to ensure contractual requirements are met.
Requirements
- 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.
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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