Design Development Piping (HVAC) Foreperson

Responsibilities

• Leadership: Provide leadership in HVAC piping design, focusing on hydronic heating/cooling, steam, and refrigeration systems.
• Pre-Construction: Participate in estimating turnover and pre-construction meetings to provide trade-specific insights on piping routes and equipment placement.
• Design Review: Review consultant submissions for pipe sizing / layouts, pumping arrangements, and valve configurations to ensure system efficiency.
• Value Engineering: Propose alternative piping materials or routing strategies (e.g., Victaulic vs. Welded vs. Press) to optimize cost and schedule.
• Coordination: Lead design development meetings to ensure piping systems do not conflict with ductwork, electrical trays, or structural elements.
• VDC/BIM Support: Interface with VDC teams to ensure 3D models account for pipe insulation thickness, expansion loops, and maintenance clearances.
• Clash Detection: Proactively identif...