Plumbing Project Manager

Salary: $100,000–$160,000 per annum, depending on experience

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Commercial Plumbing / Mechanical Construction

Our client is a rapidly growing specialist mechanical contractor delivering HVAC, plumbing and mechanical solutions across complex commercial and industrial environments.

The business works across a diverse portfolio of sectors, including mission-critical/data centers, healthcare, manufacturing, logistics and education
, providing services throughout the project lifecycle. Its capabilities span design, prefabrication, installation, controls integration and ongoing service.

With a strong focus on technical expertise, operational excellence and continued growth, the company is investing in its project management team and looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Plumbing Project Manager III to support its Atlanta operations.

This is an opportunity to join a growing organisation where project managers play a key role in delivering projects successfully, maintaining client relationships and driving commercial performance.

The Commercial Plumbing Project Manager will be responsible for managing commercial plumbing projects from initial handover and preconstruction through procurement, installation, commissioning and final closeout.

Working closely with the Plumbing Operations Manager, preconstruction team, field leadership, general contractors, engineers and subcontractors, you will take ownership of project delivery, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget and in accordance with contractual requirements.

This is a commercially focused position requiring strong project planning, financial management, technical coordination and leadership skills.

You will be expected to manage multiple aspects of project delivery, from developing budgets and procurement strategies to monitoring labour productivity, managing change orders and ensuring the project team remains aligned throughout construction.

Project Management & Delivery

• Manage all phases of commercial plumbing projects, from initiation and planning through execution and final closeout.
• Develop project execution plans, construction schedules and delivery strategies.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, field teams, preconstruction and other internal departments.
• Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication across all stakeholders.
• Ensure project deliverables, contractual obligations, quality requirements and reporting milestones are met.
• Develop project phasing, equipment utilisation and site logistics plans alongside the field team.
• Monitor progress against agreed schedules and implement corrective actions where required.
• Resolve scheduling issues arising from delays, weather, emergencies or other unforeseen circumstances.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, safety and coordination with the general contractor.
• Oversee commissioning activities and coordinate the personnel required for successful project completion.
• Establish project budgets following a detailed review of estimates, proposals and contract documents.
• Develop project business plans designed to maximise profitability and minimise unnecessary costs.
• Monitor project costs, labour expenditure and overall financial performance.
• Maintain accurate cost forecasts, projections and job status reports.
• Review and price contract changes, drawing revisions and additional scope requirements.
• Prepare and manage change orders, subcontract agreements and purchase orders.
• Manage subcontractor payments, percentage-of-completion assessments and payment applications.
• Prepare accurate pay applications and support timely collections.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, manage contingencies and improve project efficiency.
• Provide feedback to the estimating team on project performance, pricing and lessons learned.

Procurement & Supply Chain

• Manage purchasing and procurement of plumbing materials, equipment and subcontracted services.
• Review material and equipment requirements against project schedules.
• Identify long-lead items and ensure orders are released in line with construction milestones.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to maintain delivery schedules.
• Review and approve material and equipment selections in accordance with contract requirements.
• Manage subcontractor buyouts and negotiate commercial terms where appropriate.
• Monitor inventory, warranty returns and special-order materials.
• Coordinate material…