Field MEP Inspector: QA/QC & Commissioning

Thompson Engineering; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Engineering in Houston, TX seeks an experienced MEP Inspector to perform field inspections and QA/QC for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems on diverse projects including data centers.

The ideal candidate will have strong field experience, excellent documentation skills, and the ability to identify deficiencies before they impact schedule, cost, or commissioning. Travel to site locations will be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in MEP construction, inspection, commissioning, or QA/QC.
• Experience on commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, manufacturing, or data center projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing construction practices.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs, equipment schedules, one-lines, P&IDs, and approved submittals.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes and industry standards.
• Experience preparing inspection reports and deficiency documentation.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing installations.
• Review construction activities for compliance with plans, specifications, submittals, and codes.
• Inspect MEP rough-in, equipment installation, supports, hangers, sleeves, penetrations, piping, ductwork, electrical systems, plumbing systems, and related components.
• Verify equipment and systems are properly installed prior to concealment.
• Perform inspections and witness testing per project ITPS.
• Document inspection results, deficiencies, nonconforming work, and corrective actions.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain project documentation.
• Review contractor work packages, inspection requests, checklists, and testing documentation.
• Coordinate inspections with contractors, subcontractors, commissioning personnel, engineers, and project management.
• Verify field-installed materials and equipment match approved submittals.
• Identify potential quality issues and communicate them to project management.
• Track deficiencies through resolution and verify corrective actions.
• Participate in pre-functional inspections, equipment startup, testing, and commissioning.
• Assist with turnover documentation, punch lists, and closeout activities.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable building codes, industry standards, and project requirements.
• Promote a proactive safety and quality culture.

Skills

MEP field experience

QA/QC knowledge

Documentation skills

Reading construction drawings

Team communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Construction Management

Equivalent field experience

Tools

Bluebeam

Autodesk Construction Cloud (BIM 360)

Procore

PlanGrid

AutoCAD

Excel

Word

Job description

Thompson Engineering in Houston, TX seeks an experienced MEP Inspector to perform field inspections and QA/QC for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems on diverse projects including data centers.

The ideal candidate will have strong field experience, excellent documentation skills, and the ability to identify deficiencies before they impact schedule, cost, or commissioning. Travel to site locations will be required.