Master Plumber

Job Title:

Master Plumber – Modular Construction (Plumbing SME & Quality Leader)

Job Location:

Springfield, MO (with oversight across all CMC production sites)

Job Category:

Construction / Skilled Trades / Leadership

Description

Job Title: Master Plumber – Modular Construction

Location: Springfield, MO

Job Type: Full-Time

Join Our Team at Creative Modular Construction (CMC)

Creative Modular Construction (CMC) is seeking a highly experienced Master Plumber to serve as the company’s highest plumbing authority. This role is responsible for plumbing code compliance, technical training, process standardization, and quality leadership across modular commercial construction projects. The Master Plumber plays a critical role in building a scalable, high-performing plumbing department capable of supporting complex modular buildings at production scale.

This position functions as a subject matter expert and quality leader. While this role does not have authority to change MEP Engineer designs, it is expected to actively review, question, and challenge plumbing designs in the best interest of CMC’s constructability, quality standards, and long-term performance.

What You’ll Do

Plumbing Code & Technical Oversight

• Serve as the senior technical authority for all plumbing systems within modular buildings

• Ensure strict compliance with IPC/UPC, state, and local jurisdiction requirements

• Review and approve plumbing layouts, riser diagrams, fixture schedules, pipe sizing, venting, and water/sewer routing

• Identify design or documentation deficiencies and coordinate corrections with Project Managers, Architects, and MEP Engineers

Training & Skills Development

• Train plumbers, helpers, and leads on proper installation practices, testing procedures, and code requirements

• Develop and maintain a structured plumbing training program covering safety, layout accuracy, pressure testing, venting, drainage, and best practices

• Coach teams on specialty plumbing skills to reduce variability across buildings and production sites

• Mentor developing plumbers to support long-term departmental growth

• Provide plumbing constructability training and feedback to in-house engineering staff

Inventory & Material Support

• Partner with Purchasing and leadership to validate material ordering levels, safety stock, and supplier quality

• Support root-cause investigations related to missing, incorrect, or damaged plumbing components

• Ensure plumbing systems integrate cleanly with walls, floors, ceilings, and modular connections to minimize field modifications and rework

Quality Control & Inspection Leadership

• Define plumbing inspection criteria for internal QC teams and external inspectors

• Collaborate with Quality to reduce plumbing-related Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and rework costs

• Establish standardized plumbing test procedures, including pressure testing, leak verification, venting, and fixture functionality

• Drive early issue identification through proactive design review and shop-floor engagement

Process Standardization & Documentation

• Develop plumbing SOPs, installation guides, and quality standards across all building models

• Partner with drafting teams to ensure correct pipe sizes, slopes, clearances, penetrations, and labeling

• Enforce formal review processes to prevent undocumented plumbing changes or field fixes

• Maintain documentation that supports consistent plumbing installations across multiple production sites

Cross-Functional Alignment

• Collaborate closely with Quality, Engineering, Purchasing, Site Leadership, and Operations

• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers on fixture packages, piping systems, and hardware improvements

• Support production scale-up by improving plumbing workflows, inspection readiness, and installation repeatability

What We’re Looking For

• Licensed Master Plumber with extensive commercial and/or industrial plumbing experience

• Deep working knowledge of IPC/UPC and plumbing inspection requirements

• Proven ability to train, mentor, and technically lead plumbing teams

• Strong understanding of plumbing design review, constructability, and modular production environments

• High attention to detail, documentation discipline, and quality standards

• Strong communication skills and confidence working cross-functionally

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience

• Full benefits after 90 days, including:

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Accident insurance

• Short-term disability insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Stable, year-round indoor work environment

• Leadership role with significant influence on quality and long-term company success

• Career growth and organizational impact as the plumbing authority across CMC

• Team-oriented, respectful work culture

• Faith-based, values-driven company leadership

• Weekly paid Bible study during work hours

• Supportive environment focused on personal, professional, and spiritual growth

This role is ideal for a seasoned Master Plumber who wants to move beyond daily installation work and shape the technical excellence, training culture, and quality standards of an entire plumbing department.