Plumbing Designer

• Act as Lead Designer on projects and can perform complete plumbing systems design (waste, vent, and natural gas) according to code.
• Specify equipment based on project needs and available technologies, research resources for commercially available equipment.
• Calculate costs and time schedules for proposed work; review all files to determine scope and personnel involved.
• Maintain good client relations, project design notebook, and provide documentation for permanent record files.
• Coordinate design and schedule with other disciplines such as architectural, structural, electrical, technology, mechanical, administrative and equipment suppliers.
• Document design decisions, meetings, and instructions from client promptly while monitoring project design progress as related to fee expended.
• Review all project documents for accuracy and completeness prior to requesting a final check.
• Prepare and issue addendum information.
• Recognize potential project problems quickly and seek advice from the Project Manager.
• Review design methods, procedures, changes in scope, and client correspondence with the Project Manager.
• Conduct periodic job site observations as required by the contract services agreement.
• Mentor designers and /or technicians.
• Other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans and drawings.
• Proficient in producing detailed plumbing designs using, Revit and BIM.
• Microsoft Office Suite Word, Excel, Outlook, and Bluebeam software tools.
• Strong oral and written skills and a proven ability to interact professionally with a wide range of professionals.
• Solid understanding of plumbing systems (waste, vent, domestic water, and natural gas).