QA Mechanical Inspector- Construction

Cmts Llc; Tampa, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

CMTS LLC in Tampa, FL is seeking a Quality Assurance Mechanical Inspector (Airport Construction) to oversee QA on large capital projects. You will review contractor QC programs, conduct audits, and provide technical guidance to field teams to ensure adherence to project specs.

The ideal candidate has extensive mechanical construction inspection experience, strong QA/QC coordination skills, and the ability to work extended hours as needed on complex airport and transportation facility programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or related technical field preferred.
• Ten years of mechanical construction inspection or QA experience; five years on large facilities or airports is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Report to Lead QA Manager and provide QA oversight across multiple projects.
• Review DB QC programs, test plans, and inspection procedures.
• Review critical submittals and shop drawings; provide feedback.
• Interpret contract documents; ensure QA/QC compliance.
• Monitor BIM 360 workflows; track issues and reporting.
• Conduct unannounced QA audits of contractor QC implementation.
• Review testing/inspection reports and identify deficiencies.
• Issue noncompliance reports; verify corrective actions and closeout.
• Document QA/QC lessons learned and share best practices.
• Coordinate QA/QC meetings with contractors and field teams.
• Track QA metrics and KPIs for monthly reporting.
• Provide technical guidance to field staff.

Skills

Mechanical inspection

QA audits

Contract interpretation

Documentation & reporting

Attention to detail

Project coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or related field

Tools

MS Project

SharePoint

Bluebeam PDF

MS Office Suite

Job description

Quality Assurance Mechanical Inspector (Airport Construction) – Tampa, FL

QA Mechanical Inspector – Tampa, FL

Full-Time | On-Site | Tampa, FL

Why CMTS?

Every day at CMTS, we undertake impactful infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. CMTS has an extensive 40-year industry experience, which ensures a strong foundation for ongoing success. Our company values employees by fostering a culture of learning, personal development, and well-being. We prioritize work-life balance and ethical business practices and engage with our community through employee-driven initiatives. Join us on our journey of growth and success!

About Your Role

QA Mechanical Inspector to support quality assurance oversight on large capital infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for reviewing contractor quality control programs, conducting QA audits, ensuring compliance with project specifications, and supporting field teams through technical guidance and oversight.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field preferred.

What You’ll Need to Get the Job Done

• Minimum of ten (10) years of mechanical construction inspection or quality assurance experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience inspecting mechanical systems on commercial airports, large transportation facilities, hospitals, higher education, or other complex commercial facilities.
• Experience serving as an Owner's Representative, Construction Manager, Program Management Consultant, or Quality Assurance Inspector.
• Experience with projects exceeding $25 million in construction value is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including MS Project
• Ability to quickly learn new systems such as SharePoint
• Experience using Bluebeam PDF software
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and detail-oriented skills

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Florida DBPR – Building Code Administrators & Inspectors License
• State-Level Fire Inspector Certification
• Standard Mechanical Inspector Certification
• Standard Plumbing Inspector Certification
• NICET Certification for Fire Protection Systems
• Experience with electrification infrastructure projects
• Experience with MEP systems on large capital programs

What You’ll Do

• Report directly to the Lead QA Manager and provide QA oversight across multiple projects
• Review Design Builder (DB) QC programs, test plans, and inspection procedures
• Review critical submittals and shop drawings and provide feedback
• Interpret contract documents and ensure compliance across all QA/QC processes
• Monitor BIM 360 workflows for issue tracking, checklists, and reporting
• Conduct unannounced QA audits of contractor QC implementation and documentation
• Review testing and inspection reports and identify deficiencies
• Issue noncompliance reports and verify corrective actions and closeout
• Document QA/QC lessons learned and share best practices across projects
• Conduct QA/QC coordination meetings with contractors and field teams
• Track and report QA metrics, activities, and KPIs for monthly reporting
• Provide technical guidance and coaching to field staff
• Participate in OAC meetings, QA/QC meetings, pre-installation meetings, and inspections
• Maintain clear and professional communication with all stakeholders
• Work extended hours or weekends as required by project schedules

What You Can Expect from CMTS

• Opportunities to work on high-impact infrastructure projects across the United States and the U.S. Virgin Islands
• Collaborative and growth-focused team environment
• Competitive compensation
• CMTS LLC offers 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, 401k, life, and long-term disability insurance coverage for the employee
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities

Salary Requirements

• $135,000 annually

Equal Employment Opportunity

CMTS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.