Mechanical Inspector

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Moon Township (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is seeking a Mechanical/HVAC Construction Inspector to perform construction management and inspection services in the Pittsburgh, PA region. The role involves inspecting mechanical systems such as HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, fueling systems, and baggage handling systems.

Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of inspection experience, OSHA 30-hour training, and a background in mechanical engineering; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• OSHA 30-hour construction safety training.
• 8 years of experience inspecting construction work, varying in size and complexity.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret plans and specs; prepare written contract administration documents.
• Ensure installations comply with project specs, ASHRAE, NFPA, and local codes.
• Review plans for constructability and provide comments; oversee testing, commissioning, and startup of mechanical systems.

Skills

Reading plans

Contract administration

Code compliance

Verbal & written communication

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary: JMT is currently seeking an Mechanical/HVAC Construction Inspector to carry out Construction Management and Inspection Services in the Pittsburgh, PA region. Projects may include public housing, education, airport, rail/transportation and/or other public building projects. Experience should include inspections of mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, fueling systems, and baggage handling systems.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret plans and specs and prepare written contract administration documentation such as daily narratives (work reports), special inspection reports, daily time and material records, document unit price work and verify that all mechanical work aligns with approved drawings and design documents
• Ensure installations comply with project specifications, ASHRAE, NFPA, and local building codes
• Identify potential extra work issues and keep the Resident Engineer/PM advised of potential issues
• Prepare estimates of extra work and related sketches and documentation
• Review plans for constructability and prepare comments
• Review contractor payment requests and provide comments to the Resident Engineer/PM
• Oversee and participate in the testing, commissioning, and startup of mechanical systems
• Ensure proper functionality of pumps, compressors, piping, ventilation, fire suppression, and fuel distribution systems
• Identify any discrepancies or defects and coordinate necessary corrective actions

• Working knowledge of the latest Building Codes.
• Willingness to learn and an ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written. Verbal communication includes speaking with the Resident Engineer, other contract staff, and facility staff both in person via two-way communication.
• Valid Driver's license required - Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 8 years of experience inspecting construction work, varied in size (projects ranging from $200K to $25 million plus) and complexity (multiple crews and crew sizes per shift)\\
• Trained in OSHA 30-hour construction safety

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred
• Aviation/Airport experience preferred
• Electrical, civil, architectural, and structural knowledge preferred
• ICC and Work Zone Safety Certifications are preferred

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in the field. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.