Senior Plumbing Designer Job Colton area,California USA,Design & Architecture

Senior Plumbing Designer

A growing plumbing contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Plumbing Designer to lead the design and coordination of commercial plumbing systems from concept through construction. This role is responsible for producing high-quality plumbing designs, mentoring junior designers, and working closely with project managers, engineers, and field teams to deliver accurate, code-compliant construction documents.

Projects include commercial, multifamily, healthcare, education, hospitality, retail, industrial, and tenant improvement work. This is an excellent opportunity for a technical leader who enjoys solving complex design challenges and collaborating throughout the design-build process.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design of commercial plumbing systems from schematic design through construction
Prepare detailed plumbing drawings using AutoCAD and Revit
Design domestic water, sanitary, vent, storm, natural gas, and specialty piping systems
Perform plumbing design calculations and equipment sizing
Coordinate plumbing systems with architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines
Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and design revisions
Mentor junior designers and provide technical guidance
Work closely with Project Managers, engineers, and field teams during design and construction
Ensure designs comply with UPC, IPC, ADA, and local building codes
Participate in project meetings and support construction throughout project delivery

Project Types

Commercial Buildings
Multifamily Housing
Healthcare Facilities
Educational Facilities
Hospitality
Retail
Industrial
Tenant Improvements
Design-Build Plumbing Systems

Requirements

7+ years of plumbing design experience
Strong commercial plumbing design experience required
Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD
Experience designing domestic water, sanitary, vent, storm, and gas systems
Strong understanding of UPC, IPC, and local plumbing codes
Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary design teams
Ability to review drawings for quality control and constructability
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting, Design Technology, or related field
Experience with multifamily, healthcare, education, hospitality, or commercial projects
Design-build project experience preferred
Familiarity with LEED and sustainable design practices
Experience mentoring junior designers and reviewing technical work

Compensation & Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid holidays and PTO
Professional development and continuing education opportunities
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