Aecom
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Sr. Plumbing Designer
Design and lead plumbing systems for high‑performance buildings from concept to construction.
Job Highlights
About the Role
In this position you will oversee the full lifecycle of plumbing design, from concept through construction administration, ensuring alignment with schedule, budget and client expectations. You will coordinate with other disciplines, conduct site assessments, review contractor submittals and support quality control throughout the project. A successful first year includes delivering high‑quality plumbing designs on multiple projects, becoming a trusted technical resource within the discipline, and fostering the growth of junior team members through consistent guidance and knowledge sharing. • Design and document plumbing systems (domestic water, sanitary, storm drainage, medical gas, compressed air, specialty) for high‑performance buildings. • Lead the plumbing discipline on projects, ensuring code compliance, constructability and technical quality. • Perform system layout, sizing calculations, and develop specifications independently. • Coordinate plumbing and medical gas systems with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection teams. • Conduct site visits, review shop drawings, submittals and RFIs, and support construction administration activities. • Mentor entry‑level designers, provide training, and promote knowledge sharing within the team. • Contribute technical input to proposals, narratives and documentation for internal and external stakeholders. • Maintain current knowledge of applicable codes (IPC, IMC, IECC) and emerging plumbing technologies. • Deliver accurate, well‑coordinated documents that support long‑term system performance.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸plumbing design
- ▸code compliance
- ▸system sizing
- ▸coordination
- ▸site visits
- ▸mentoring
What You Bring
The Ohio Buildings + Places practice in Columbus is seeking a Senior Plumbing Designer to lead the design of high‑performance plumbing systems for new construction and major renovations. This hybrid role combines independent technical execution with collaborative problem‑solving and mentorship of junior staff. The role requires a bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and at least six years of plumbing design experience, with a strong command of plumbing and building codes such as IPC, IMC and IECC. Preferred candidates have eight or more years in a consulting environment, experience in federal, healthcare or laboratory projects, and professional credentials like CPD or PE. • Minimum: BA/BS and 6+ years of plumbing design experience (or equivalent). • Preferred: 8+ years in consulting or design‑build, strong knowledge of IPC, IMC, IECC, ASHRAE standards, and experience in federal, healthcare, laboratory or mission‑critical markets. • Proficiency in sanitary drainage, domestic water, storm drainage, medical gas and compressed air system design. • Experience with LEED and sustainable design initiatives; CPD and/or PE licensure preferred. • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with strong communication and organizational skills.
Requirements
- ▸bachelors
- ▸6+ years
- ▸pe
- ▸leed
- ▸ipc
- ▸project mgmt
Benefits
Joining AECOM offers the chance to work on technically challenging, impactful projects while collaborating with a high‑performing, multidisciplinary team. The firm supports career development through mentorship, training programs and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, retirement and flexible work options.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time