Senior Project Manager Plumbing

Job Title: Senior Project Manager - Plumbing Design-Build

Location: Based in Santa Maria, CA with travel to San Luis Obispo 2-3 times per month

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $138,000 - $230,000 annually

Actual compensation will vary based on experience, skills, certifications, and location.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead HVAC, plumbing, and process projects with a strong emphasis on Plumbing Design-Build (D-B). This role is responsible for developing and maintaining client relationships, managing sales and field labor coordination, and overseeing project execution. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to excellence.

This position requires travel to San Luis Obispo approximately 2-3 times per month to oversee project activities.

The focus for this role is on design, fabrication, installation, maintenance and service of commercial and industrial HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, process piping, and building automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the single-source responsibility to the customer throughout the project lifecycle


• Lead project management functions including concept engineering, estimating, proposals, and contract execution


• Oversee field labor coordination and installation sequencing with field leadership


• Manage project financials including forecasting, budgeting, billing, and cost control


• Prepare and manage project documentation including contracts, change orders, and strategic communications


• Build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal departments


• Lead client meetings and finalize contracts


• Coordinate internal efforts across Engineering, Purchasing, Accounting, Construction, and Service


• Mentor Project Engineers and Project Coordinators


• Participate in special studies and committees to advance technical capabilities


• Attend project management and construction meetings


• Schedule and lead pre-construction meetings


• Utilize internal resources to meet customer requirements


• Support recruiting, training, and coaching of sales staff


• Perform other duties as assigned by upper management

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field


• 10+ years of experience in estimating, design, and/or management of HVAC projects ranging from $50K to $100M+


• Proven ability to operate independently and manage multiple priorities


• High level of integrity and professionalism


• Demonstrated success in business development


• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills


• Active presence in industry or community-based organizations


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)


• Preferred experience with JDE, IFS, BidTracer, FastEst, Bluebeam, Box, Smartsheet

Work Schedule

• Monday to Friday


• Typical hours: 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM (based on business needs)

Travel Requirements

• Travel to San Luis Obispo 2-3 times per month


• Additional travel to regional offices and job sites as needed

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.