Plumbing Service Project Manager

Therma, a Legence company

For over 50 years, Therma has continued to redefine the mechanical construction landscapes in California. Renowned for outstanding client service and attention to detail, we balance innovative, facility-specific solutions with a pragmatic, cost-conscious approach. Today, the firm employs more than 1,100 people in 3 regional offices, and its clients represent a diverse range of market sectors, including Biopharmaceutical, Education, Healthcare, Food & Beverage, Commercial, Industrial and Data Center facilities. Our culture is open, innovative, collaborative, and fun – all reflected in recognition of Therma as a #1 Best Place to Work on multiple occasions. We create an environment that empowers & challenges employees, giving them the greatest opportunity to succeed.

Plumbing Service Project Manager

Location: San Jose, CA
Job Type: Full-time, In-Office
Remote Option: Not Available

Therma has an immediate need for an experienced Plumbing Service Project Manager based out of our San Jose office. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys managing fast-paced service work, building strong customer relationships, and taking ownership of projects from initial scope and estimate through execution and closeout.

The Plumbing Service Project Manager will oversee a variety of plumbing service projects, ranging from smaller repair and maintenance work to larger, more complex projects. You'll work directly with customers to understand their needs, develop scopes of work, prepare estimates and budgets, coordinate labor and materials, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and profitably.

This is a hands-on role that requires strong technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at once. Above all, you'll serve as a trusted partner to our customers and help ensure a high level of service and customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Manage plumbing service projects from initial customer request and estimating through execution, billing, and closeout.
Develop scopes of work, budgets, estimates, proposals, and project schedules.
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and serve as a primary point of contact throughout the project.
Identify customer needs, develop service opportunities, follow up on leads, and support ongoing account growth.
Coordinate and lead project teams, field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and internal resources as needed.
Prepare budget projections, maintain accurate cost forecasts, and manage projects to established revenue and profitability goals.
Track labor hours, material costs, equipment, subcontractor costs, and overall project performance.
Estimate, prepare, and manage change orders and communicate changes clearly to customers and project teams.
Procure materials and equipment and coordinate delivery based on project schedules and field requirements.
Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and other project documentation; redline or mark up drawings as needed.
Attend customer meetings, site walks, and project meetings and maintain regular communication with the field and customer.
Troubleshoot technical and operational issues and work collaboratively with field teams to develop practical solutions.
Identify existing plumbing systems that may not meet current plumbing codes and develop recommendations and estimates for corrective work.
Support plumbing service and preventative maintenance needs, including storm, sewer, grease waste, and related plumbing systems.
Apply value-engineering principles and identify opportunities to improve project execution, cost, and customer outcomes.
Maintain accurate project documentation, contracts, change orders, forecasts, and other required project records.
Provide leadership and mentorship to project and field teams while reinforcing accountability, safety, quality, and Therma's project management standards and procedures.

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience in commercial plumbing, mechanical construction, or plumbing service, with demonstrated responsibility for managing projects, customers, budgets, and/or field operations.
Strong working knowledge of commercial plumbing systems, service, repair, installation, and preventative maintenance.
Ability to scope and estimate plumbing service and corrective work.
Working knowledge of applicable plumbing codes and the ability to recognize existing conditions that may require corrective action.
Experience managing project budgets, cost projections, change orders, labor, materials, and project profitability.
Strong customer relationship and communication skills with the ability to confidently interact with building owners, facility teams, contractors, vendors, and field personnel.
Ability to manage multiple projects and service requests simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot field and project issues and drive them to resolution.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with ERP or construction project management systems preferred.
Ability to work independently while exercising good judgment on when to involve additional internal resources.

Experienced plumbing Foremen, General Foremen, Superintendents, and other field leaders are encouraged to apply. Field experience will be considered for candidates who have not previously held a formal Project Manager title.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience managing commercial plumbing service projects.
Experience working for a mechanical or plumbing contractor in a service-focused environment.
Familiarity with commercial plumbing service and mechanical systems.
Experience estimating emergency service, repair, and replacement work.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is a plus, but not required for candidates with strong relevant industry experience.
PMP or other relevant construction/project management certification is a plus.

Physical Requirements

Essential functions of the position include the ability to work in active construction and customer job sites, including walking, standing, sitting, kneeling, climbing stairs and ladders, working overhead, working in confined spaces, and lifting objects as required.

Compensation

$145,000-$175,000 annually, depending on experience, plus a robust benefits package.

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About Legence
Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.

Benefits Overview
401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage.
Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation (separate from CA sick leave); company holidays per policy.
Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

Reasonable Accommodations
If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at ta@wearelegence.com or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.

Employment Eligibility
Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.

Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.

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