MEP Inspector – Field Safety, Commissioning & Compliance

Rk K; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

401(k) plan matching

Paid Holidays

Job summary

RK&Kis seeking an experienced MEP Inspector to support a facility rehabilitation and modernization program in the greater Philadelphia area. The role involves work in an active, occupied facility with phased shutdowns, coordination with facility operations, and strict public-safety controls.

Essential duties include daily field inspection of MEP work, verification against drawings and submittals, witnessing commissioning, and preparing daily reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical/trade school or degree preferred.
• 5+ years of MEP construction inspection experience; vertical transportation or similar facility experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of applicable elevator/escalator, electrical, and life-safety codes and standards.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, wiring diagrams, control schematics, and specifications.
• Proficiency with field documentation and reporting software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and favorable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspection of MEP and related work supporting facility demolition, installation, and modernization.
• Verify installed work against drawings, specifications, approved submittals, and change documentation.
• Witness and document testing, commissioning, and acceptance activities.
• Inspect power and control wiring, grounding, lighting, ventilation, drainage, and fire alarm interfaces.
• Prepare daily inspection reports documenting manpower, equipment, progress, delays, and nonconforming conditions.
• Identify and track deficiencies through correction and punch list closeout.
• Monitor contractor compliance with safety requirements and protection of the public in occupied areas.
• Verify material deliveries against approved submittals.
• Support the Construction Manager with schedule tracking, quantity verification, and as-built documentation.
• Attend progress, coordination, and safety meetings.

Skills

MEP inspection

Reading drawings

Field documentation

Written & verbal communication

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school/degree preferred

Tools

Field reporting software

Job description

RK&Kis seeking an experienced MEP Inspector to support a facility rehabilitation and modernization program in the greater Philadelphia area. The role involves work in an active, occupied facility with phased shutdowns, coordination with facility operations, and strict public-safety controls.

Essential duties include daily field inspection of MEP work, verification against drawings and submittals, witnessing commissioning, and preparing daily reports.