Barrett Plumbing, Inc. · 22 hours ago
Plumbing Project Coordinator
Fruitport, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$20/hr - $22/hr
2+ years expBarrett Plumbing, Inc. is a locally owned plumbing contractor specializing in new construction and renovation projects across West Michigan. The Plumbing Project Coordinator will act as a proactive partner in driving the success of plumbing projects, focusing on independent project oversight and managing communications and administrative support.
Construction
Responsibilities
Independently monitor all projects in JobTread: confirm next tasks are scheduled and verified with builders/project managers; ensure parts/fixtures are ordered, in stock, or delivery-scheduled before needed; verify fixture compatibility (e.g., single-hole vs. 2- or 3-hole faucets for sinks, rough-in specs matching plans)
Check weather forecasts daily for upcoming work (e.g., reschedule underground plumbing proactively if freezing temps or heavy rain are predicted)
Anticipate bottlenecks, track milestones, and take initiative to resolve issues before they impact timelines
Serve as the owner's eyes and ears—communicating daily with field crews, clients, builders, suppliers, and municipalities to maintain momentum and alignment
Handle all incoming phone calls and voicemails as the first responder—resolve routine inquiries, updates, scheduling, and issues professionally and independently
Escalate only complex or owner-level decisions, with clear notes logged in JobTread
Manage outgoing project communications to keep everyone informed
Prepare/submit/track permits, inspections, and water meter installs; liaise with municipalities proactively
Order materials/fixtures based on project timelines; coordinate deliveries and verify readiness
Reconcile statements, enter bills/payments in JobTread/QuickBooks, process deposits, and follow up on bids/quotes
Manage mail, scanning/filing, license tracking/renewals
Maintain organized systems and assist with special projects
Keep the office functional and clean as needed
Qualification
Required
2+ years in project coordination, operations, or similar—ideally in construction, plumbing, or trades
Proven ability to quickly learn and embrace new software/tools with enthusiasm
Excellent independent phone/communication skills
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Ability to lift/organize materials up to 30 lbs occasionally
Preferred
Solid experience with QuickBooks (or similar) and project software (JobTread preferred)
Background in new construction plumbing (e.g., fixture specs, permitting, scheduling around weather)
Experience supporting a small business owner or in a 'right-hand' capacity
Benefits
Opportunities for growth: This position could evolve into a full-time Operations Manager as the company grows
Company
Barrett Plumbing, Inc.
Barrett Plumbing is a leading plumbing service provider in the Muskegon, Michigan, and surrounding areas; focusing on quality, reliability, and innovation in plumbing solutions for new construction and renovation projects.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase