Project Manager-Mechanical/Plumbing Engineering

Stratus® is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus® serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team.

About the role

This position focuses on Plumbing engineering. The Project Manager is responsible for managing engineering design teams that perform investigation, analysis, and examination of existing buildings as they relate to plumbing and fire-protection systems. Deliver practical and successful designs that respond to site constraints, sustainability targets, budget considerations, and constructability requirements. Review ongoing project work (calculations, design, construction administration, inspections, etc.) of staff for completion of project activities, both in field and office.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical and administrative aspects of plumbing and fire-protection design service opportunities from proposal preparation to final acceptance by Client, including invoice and accounts/receivable.
• Review assessment information gathered during site investigations (performed by self or by direct reports).
• Review and comment on technical reports ensuring structure and language is easily understood by Client, grammatically correct, and applicable to the building.
• Lead plumbing/fire-protection engineering design across a variety of projects, including multifamily, commercial, industrial, and retail with applications of water/waste/gas distribution, wet/dry/pre-action sprinkler systems, new services for existing buildings, and ground-up construction.
• Coordinate continually with multidisciplinary teams—including electrical, mechanical, structural, fire/life safety, and project management.
• Supervise a team of staff designers and engineers to produce trade-specific schematic, filing, and construction designs/layouts based on solid-design principles and strict adherence with NYC DOB, DEP, HPD, and HMC codes/regulations.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, bidding documents, and related submissions in alignment with applicable codes, standards, and best practices.
• Periodically inspect work from contractors and staff to ensure construction activities adhere to the contract documents (field/office) and prepare summary documentation for presentation.
• Play a lead role in effectively communicating with external clients, contractors, vendors, consultants, and city/state construction/energy agencies.
• Maintain project schedules, change orders, and budgets; identify resources to be used for each project ensuring that all projects are sufficiently staffed and kept on schedule in accordance with client agreements for successful project delivery.
• Manage individual project budgets and assist accounting department with invoicing.
• Mentor junior staff members with technical guidance, project processes, feedback, and recognition of work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field required.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience designing plumbing and fire-protection systems across a range of project types (e.g., commercial, residential, etc.), for both existing and new buildings.
• Experience working within New York City required and Tri-State Area regulatory environments preferred.
• Proficiency in Revit MEP and AutoCAD for mentoring junior engineer drafting tasks; experience with industry-recognized calculations for mentoring junior staff.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
• Confident presenter with sound commercial awareness.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred.

Benefits

• A team-oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success.
• Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize.
• Learning & Development – Education and Professional Licensing.
• Excellent Health Care Programs – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
• Voluntary Life Insurance options for employees, spouses, and dependents.
• 401k Retirement Plan with employer match.
• Paid Holidays & Competitive PTO plans.