What You'll Do Business Development & Builder Relationships Build and maintain relationships with production builders, custom builders, general contractors and developers Own the new construction pipeline and identify new opportunities Get PF Plumbing added to builder and contractor bid lists Track bids from invitation through award Set pricing strategy and approve bids and proposals Review margins, exclusions and change-order terms before proposals are submitted Walk plans with builders and negotiate scope, pricing and payment terms Close contracts and ensure awarded projects are properly handed off Follow up on lost bids to understand why the work was not awarded Grow repeat business by winning additional communities, phases and plans with existing builders Maintain an accurate and current bid board Estimating & Pricing Assign and prioritize bids based on value and likelihood of winning the work Establish turnaround expectations for takeoffs and proposals Hold the Estimator accountable for bid deadlines Review takeoffs, material counts, labor hours and pricing for accuracy Maintain labor units, material pricing, markup and overhead factors Keep material pricing current with suppliers Update open bids when material costs change Compare estimated versus actual costs on completed jobs Adjust estimating models when jobs miss projected costs or margins Coach the Estimator on plan reading, plumbing codes, scope gaps and exclusions Conduct weekly one-on-one meetings with the Estimator Assist directly with estimating when workload requires it Production & Scheduling Build and manage the master schedule across all active new construction projects Coordinate underground, rough-in, top-out and trim/final phases Communicate with builder superintendents weekly to confirm job readiness Balance crews and workloads across Field Managers Ensure builder deadlines and scheduled completion dates are met Handle day-to-day challenges including callouts, weather, missing materials and job-site issues Forecast labor needs 30–90 days in advance Communicate future hiring needs to the General Manager Visit active job sites regularly Be present for initial phases when beginning work with a new builder Lead the Field Team Set daily and weekly priorities for Field Managers Conduct weekly production meetings Hold Field Managers accountable for crew productivity, labor hours, quality and job-site conduct Conduct weekly one-on-one meetings with Field Managers Coach and develop field leadership Handle performance reviews and corrective action when necessary Support hiring, onboarding and training of plumbers and apprentices Help create development paths from helper to lead positions Quality, Code & Safety Ensure plumbing installations meet plans, local plumbing codes and builder requirements Manage permits and inspections Track failed inspections and ensure issues are corrected quickly Manage punch lists, warranty calls and callbacks through resolution Maintain strong safety expectations throughout the field operation Enforce proper PPE, trenching, ladder and driving practices Ensure trucks and tools are properly stocked and maintained Job Cost & Billing Track labor, material and subcontractor costs against each project's original bid Identify and address cost overruns before jobs close Write, price and obtain approval for change orders before additional work is performed Confirm phase completion so billing is submitted on time Assist with past-due builder balances when necessary Coordinate material ordering and staging with Purchasing and the warehouse Reduce material delays and unnecessary waste How Success Will Be Measured New construction revenue versus budget Bid win rate and total bid pipeline Bid turnaround time Estimated versus actual job costs Gross margin by job and builder On-time completion of construction phases Labor hours versus budget First-time inspection pass rate Callbacks and warranty issues Timely billing and builder receivables Employee retention and staffing Safety performance What We're Looking For Required 5 years of residential or light commercial new construction plumbing experience 2 years of experience leading crews or supervisors Proven experience selling to or managing relationships with builders and general contractors Strong plan-reading skills Experience with takeoffs and estimating Strong understanding of job costing Working knowledge of local plumbing codes Knowledge of permitting and inspection processes Comfortable using estimating software, CRM/bid-board systems, Excel and scheduling tools Valid driver's license with a clean driving record Strong leadership and communication skills Highly organized and able to manage multiple active projects Ability to remain calm under pressure while holding teams accountable Preferred Journeyman or Master Plumber license Experience working with production builders across multiple communities Experience with job-level profit or P&L accountability Background with a high-volume residential new construction plumbing company Physical Requirements Ability to walk active construction sites in varying weather conditions Comfortable working on uneven terrain Ability to climb ladders Ability to access crawlspaces and attics Ability to kneel, bend and crawl for short periods Why This Role Matters The New Construction Manager connects builders, estimating, field operations, purchasing and the office. We're looking for someone who understands that successful new construction isn't just about completing plumbing work — it's about winning profitable jobs, planning them correctly, keeping crews productive, meeting builder schedules, passing inspections and protecting margins from bid through completion.