Lead MEP Inspector: Field QA/QC for Critical Facilities

Thompson Engineering; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Holdings is seeking an experienced MEP Inspector to perform field inspections and quality control on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for data centers, commercial and industrial projects. The role requires reviewing drawings, specs, codes, and submittals; documenting findings; coordinating with contractors; and supporting turnover and commissioning activities.

Travel to project sites will be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of MEP construction, inspection, commissioning, or QA/QC experience.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, manufacturing, or data center construction.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing construction practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, 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 approved plans, specifications, submittals, and applicable codes.
• Inspect MEP rough-in, equipment installation, supports, hangers, sleeves, penetrations, piping, ductwork, electrical systems, plumbing systems, and associated components.
• Verify equipment and systems are properly installed prior to concealment.
• Perform inspections and witness testing in accordance with project ITPs.
• Document inspection results, deficiencies, nonconforming work, and corrective actions.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain accurate 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

Field inspections

QA/QC

Documentation

Reading drawings

Communication

Education

Engineering degree preferred

Technical education preferred

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

AutoCAD

PlanGrid

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Autodesk Construction Cloud / BIM 360

Job description

Thompson Holdings is seeking an experienced MEP Inspector to perform field inspections and quality control on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for data centers, commercial and industrial projects. The role requires reviewing drawings, specs, codes, and submittals; documenting findings; coordinating with contractors; and supporting turnover and commissioning activities.

Travel to project sites will be required.