Fire Alarm & Electrical Construction Inspector – Day Shift

Jacobs; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm/Electrical Construction Inspector to support fire alarm installation, modification, testing, and commissioning activities within an active, occupied facility. You will serve as the on-site Jacobs representative ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with contract requirements and life-safety codes.

The role requires extensive knowledge of fire alarm systems in operational environments, coordination with contractors and facility staff, and thorough

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 10 years of construction inspection experience, including fire alarm systems and life safety projects.
• Experience inspecting projects within occupied or operational facilities.
• Strong knowledge of fire alarm system components, installation practices, and testing procedures.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs, riser diagrams, sequences of operations, and submittals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and electronic project management systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspection of fire alarm installation, replacement, expansion, and modernization activities.
• Verify contractor compliance with project plans, specs, shop drawings, and contract requirements.
• Inspect installation of fire alarm control panels, initiating devices, notification appliances, and related infrastructure.
• Monitor workmanship and installation methods for compliance with standards.
• Identify and track deficiencies requiring corrective action.
• Review system installations for NFPA and project-specific compliance.
• Witness and document testing, acceptance, and commissioning activities.
• Prepare detailed daily inspection reports and maintain records.

Skills

Fire alarm systems

Life safety

Construction inspection

Occupied facilities

Reading drawings

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm/Electrical Construction Inspector to support fire alarm installation, modification, testing, and commissioning activities within an active, occupied facility. You will serve as the on-site Jacobs representative ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with contract requirements and life-safety codes.

The role requires extensive knowledge of fire alarm systems in operational environments, coordination with contractors and facility staff, and thorough