LAWA Construction Inspector, Mechanical in Aliso Viejo

Energy Jobline ZR; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Pros is seeking a Mechanical Construction Inspector for Los Angeles World Airport (LAWA) in Los Angeles, CA. Local candidates only; on-site role with opening in April 2026 and potential re-opening in September 2026.

The inspector will serve as the Owner's representative on LAWA’s Capital Improvement Program, evaluating HVAC, plumbing, fire life safety, and related systems across multiple airport projects, and coordinating with engineers, contractors, and city officials.

Qualifications

• 3 years or more experience performing mechanical inspections for Building Construction.
• Knowledge of materials and methods used in the installation of plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration installations.
• Current ICC Certification as a Commercial Mechanical Inspector.
• Cal-OSHA 30 hr. training within the last 4 years.
• Fall protection and harness training.

Responsibilities

• Inspects the construction of a wide variety of airport improvements and utilities projects to ensure conformance to plans, specifications, contracts, permits, environmental documents, agreements for work, and may provide construction inspection support.
• Conduct comprehensive daily inspections of mechanical and plumbing systems across building and terminal construction projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and project specifications, review and interpret construction documents including blueprints and shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Prepares comprehensive daily inspection reports documenting WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, HOW of all observed construction activities, ensuring accuracy and accountability in tracking progress and identifying issues.
• Verify contractor compliance with local mechanical and plumbing codes, and LAWA standards.
• Track and document time-and-material work, field changes, and job quantities.
• Assist in validating contractor progress payment requests based on an approved schedule of values.
• Support special inspections and testing activities, coordinating with engineers, contractors, and third-party agencies.
• Perform inspections of Mechanical and Plumbing installations including, but not limited to: Domestic Water and Sewage Systems; Venting, fire sprinklers, and gas piping; HVAC systems; Smoke Control; Mechanical ventilation and exhaust; Fire and life safety integration; Shutdowns; Commissioning and balancing reports; Underground utilities; Fire life safety systems.

Skills

Mechanical inspection

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Cal-OSHA 30-hour training

ICC Commercial Mechanical Inspector

NFPA 70E training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

Bluebeam

PM Web

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPacific Pros is seeking Mechanical Construction Inspector for Los Angeles World Airport (LAWA).
Work Location: LAWA has required the candidates be local for this position.

Region: Los Angeles, CA

Status: Full-time on-site.

Opening: April 2026, Immediate
Re-Opening: September 2026

Working Hours: TBD, typical dayshift is 6:00am – 2:30pm or 5:00am – 1:30pm M-F; night shift is 10:00pm – 6:30am Sun
Position Description Summary
Serve as Owner's representative.
The Mechanical Inspector will support LAWA’s construction inspection and work as a member of LAWA Quality Assurance & Construction Inspection Division across multiple projects within LAWA’s Capital Improvement Program.

*Candidates must possess a current ICC certification as a Commercial Mechanical Inspector to apply.
*Proof of Cal-OSHA 30 hr. training within the last 4 years, prior to assignment
*Must be able to work any assigned shift - day, swing, or night - as required to meet the contractor’s construction schedule.

Professional Experience Level/Minimum Qualifications

• Mechanical inspection staff shall have 3 years or more experience performing mechanical inspections for Building Construction.
• Mechanical inspection staff possess a thorough knowledge of the materials and methods used in the installation of plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration installations.
• Current ICC CertificationasaCommercial Mechanical Inspector
• Proof of Cal-OSHA 30 hr. training within the last 4 years
• Fall protection and harness training.

Qualifications and Experience

• Additional current ICC certification as a Commercial Plumbing Inspector
• NFPA 70E standards training within the last 3 years.
• Plumbing experience (journeyman/master level) with progression into inspection.
• Experience inspecting mechanical systems of large-scale commercial, industrial or public buildings.
• Confined Space Entry Training
• Experience overseeing and ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations on significant construction projects.
• Involvement in complex projects that require coordination with multiple stakeholders, including contractors, engineers, and city officials.
• Expertise in identifying and addressing deficiencies, ensuring that all aspects of construction meet the required standards.
• Must be open to learning the prescriptive items required by the agency.
• A strong understanding of diverse code requirements (CBC & CMC).
• Excellent communication and time management skills.

Essential Job Duties

• Inspects the construction of a wide variety of airport improvements and utilities projects to ensure conformance to plans, specifications, contracts, permits, environmental documents, agreements for work, and may provide construction inspection support.
• Conduct comprehensive daily inspections of mechanical and plumbing systems across building and terminal construction projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and project specifications, review and interpret construction documents including blueprints and shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Demonstrates strong proficiency in preparing comprehensive daily inspection reports that clearly document the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, and HOW of all observed construction activities, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and accountability in tracking progress and identifying issues, deficiencies, or safety concerns in a timely manner.
• Verify contractor compliance with local and mechanical and plumbing codes, and LAWA-specific standards.
• Track and document time-and-material work, field changes, and job quantities.
• Assist in validating contractor progress payment requests based on an approved schedule of values.
• Support special inspections and testing activities, coordinating with engineers, contractors, and third-party agencies as needed.
• Perform inspections of Mechanical and Plumbing installations including, but not limited to:
• Domestic Water and Sewage Systems
• Venting, fire sprinklers, and gas piping
• HVAC systems (air handlers, chillers, boilers, ductwork)
• Smoke Control Systems
• Mechanical ventilation and exhaust
• Fire and life safety integration (e.g., smoke dampers)
• Mechanical and plumbing shutdowns, lockout / tagout procedures
• Commissioning and balancing reports
• Underground utilities
• Fire life safety systems including smoke/heat detectors and FM-200 suppression systems

Hardware/Software Knowledge

• Knowledge of Project Management Information Software used for inspection/document control (i.e., Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Word, PM Web, Adobe Pro, Bluebeam, etc.).
• Computer proficiency to review and utilize electronic equipment for contract documents efficiently, including change orders, submittals, RFIs, and other inspection documents, with minimal supervision.

Minimum Education/Training

• High school diploma (or equivalent)

Registration/Certification

• Current ICC certification as a Commercial Mechanical Inspector
• Proof of Cal-OSHA 30 hr. training within the last 4 years, prior to assignment

Element-Specific Requirements/Notes

• May assume other duties as required/needed.
• May be required to work various shifts, including day, swing, and night.
• Shall be open to work modified schedules, including nights and weekends, as dictated by the contractors' work activities and accelerated project schedules.
• Availability to work overtime as required to meet project deadlines and ensure timely completion of tasks is .
• LAWA has required the candidates be locally available on-site for this field position.

Compensation

• Prevailing Wage Position. For candidate who have a BS degree in Engineering, a higher compensation will be considered.