Project Manager / Electrical Inspector - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Procon seeks an experienced Construction Project Manager / QA Inspector to support a Fire Alarm replacement at an occupied IRS Service Center Complex in Memphis, TN. This on-site role provides daily oversight of construction activities, QA/QC inspections, and coordination among owners, contractors, and design teams.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in construction, NICET Level II/III, strong knowledge of NFPA and OSHA standards, and proven Owner's Representative experience in occupied or

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years construction industry experience, preferably in inspection or QA/QC roles.
• Fire alarm systems training and NICET Level II or III certification required.
• Knowledge of applicable state and local codes, IFC and NFPA standards, and fire/life safety requirements.
• Experience as Construction Inspector, QA/QC Inspector/Manager, or Owner's Representative.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of construction practices, materials, installation methods, quality standards, OSHA safety.
• Experience inspecting architectural, structural, MEP, life-safety disciplines.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents in the field.
• Strong Owner's Representative and on-site construction management experience including RFIs, submittals, schedules, change orders, pay applications, quality control, and contract administration.
• Identify discrepancies, risks, safety concerns and coordinate resolution.
• Strong communication with owners, government reps, contractors, A/E teams, consultants.
• Ability to work occasional off-hours and weekends.
• Experience with occupied/secure facilities; federal/GSA experience desirable.
• Roofing and occupied federal facility project experience is a plus.
• Experience with federal construction processes and docs (IGEs, SOWs, commissioning, closeout) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-site Construction PM and Owner's Representative overseeing contractor performance.
• Inspect multi-discipline work for compliance with codes, specs, and project requirements.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, schedules, change orders, pay apps, testing and inspections.
• Review schedules, progress, change proposals, and payments against field conditions.
• Lead meetings, document minutes, track actions with stakeholders.
• Monitor QA/QC, safety, security, and environmental compliance (OSHA).
• Identify deficiencies and non-conforming work and coordinate resolution.
• Evaluate workmanship and materials against drawings and specs.
• Prepare daily field reports, inspection records, IGEs, SOWs, and closeout docs.
• Communicate schedule, cost, quality, safety risks to project team.
• Support contract administration and liaison with government reps, contractors, A/E teams.
• Support project closeout, punch-lists, warranties, as-builts, turnover.
• Provide night/weekend inspection coverage as required.

Skills

Construction inspection

QA/QC

Owner's Representative

On-site project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related

Tools

NICET Certification

Job description

Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with 25 years of experience delivering high-impact projects across the U.S. and worldwide. An ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm, we specialize in program management, project controls, commissioning, and technology--and offer an excellent platform to grow your career while shaping the future of the built environment.

Procon seeks an experienced Construction Project Manager / Quality Assurance Manager / Inspector to support a Fire Alarm replacement at an occupied IRS Service Center Complex in Memphis TN. This on-site role will provide project management and quality assurance construction inspection oversight, helping ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with contract documents approved plans, specifications, and applicable codes and regulations.

This position does not offer employment visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of construction industry experience, preferably in construction inspection, QA/QC, construction management, or Owner's Representative roles.
• Fire alarm system training and NICET Level II or III in Fire Alarm Systems, IAEI, or ICC/CEI certification required.
• Knowledge of applicable state and local codes, IFC and NFPA standards, and fire/life safety requirements.
• Previous experience as a Construction Inspector, QA/QC Inspector, QA/QC Manager, or similar field-based construction professional.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline preferred, but not required.
• Strong knowledge of construction practices, materials, installation methods, quality standards, and OSHA safety requirements.
• Experience inspecting architectural, structural, MEP, fire/life safety, and other construction disciplines.
• Ability to interpret and apply construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents in the field.
• Strong Owner's Representative and on-site construction management experience, including inspections, RFIs, submittals, schedules, change orders, pay applications, quality control, and contract administration.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, construction deficiencies, project risks, and potential safety concerns and coordinate appropriate resolution.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with owners, government representatives, contractors, A/E teams, consultants, and other project stakeholders.
• Ability to work occasional off-hours and weekends based on construction schedules and project requirements.
• Experience managing construction within occupied, operational, or secure facilities; federal, GSA, or other government facility experience highly desirable.
• Roofing and occupied federal facility project experience is a plus.
• Experience with federal construction processes and documentation, including IGEs, SOWs, acquisition support, commissioning, and project closeout preferred.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Serve as the on-site Construction Project Manager and Owner's Representative, providing daily oversight of construction activities and contractor performance.
• Inspect architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety work for compliance with contract documents, approved submittals, applicable codes, quality standards, and project requirements.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, schedules, change orders, pay applications, testing, inspections, project logs, and construction documentation.
• Review contractor schedules, progress, change proposals, and payment applications for accuracy and consistency with observed field conditions.
• Lead project meetings, prepare meeting minutes, track action items, and coordinate with owners, government representatives, contractors, A/E teams, commissioning agents, and consultants.
• Monitor contractor quality control, safety, security, and environmental compliance, including applicable OSHA requirements.
• Identify, document, and track deficiencies and non-conforming work through corrective action and resolution.
• Evaluate workmanship, materials, installation methods, and construction progress to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and approved project requirements.
• Prepare daily field reports, inspection records, non-conformance notices, photographic documentation, risk assessments, technical briefings, IGEs, SOWs, and other required project deliverables.
• Proactively identify and communicate schedule, cost, quality, safety, and field-related risks.
• Support contract administration and serve as a liaison between government representatives, contractors, design professionals, and other project stakeholders.
• Support project closeout, including punch-list inspections, corrective work verification, testing, commissioning observations, warranties, as-built documentation, final inspections, and turnover.
• Provide occasional night or weekend inspection coverage as required by construction activities and project schedules.

Physical Requirements

This Position Requires Regular Onsite Presence In An Active Construction Environment. The Employee Must Be Able To Perform The Essential Functions Of The Position, With Or Without Reasonable Accommodation, Including

• Walking and standing for extended periods while performing site observations and inspections.
• Navigating active construction areas, including stairs, uneven surfaces, temporary walkways, and varying elevations.
• Occasionally bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing as necessary to observe construction activities.
• Accessing mechanical, electrical, utility, process, and other construction areas as required.
• Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) and complying with all applicable site safety requirements.
• Working in indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to typical construction-site conditions, including noise, dust, weather, and temperature fluctuations.
• Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds.

Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience.

Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental insurance and 401(K) plan.

Procon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.