Senior MEP Inspector - Field QA/QC for Data Centers

Thompson Engineering; Hattiesburg (MS); 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 for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems on commercial, industrial, institutional, and data center projects.

The ideal candidate will verify installations meet drawings, specs, codes, and project QA/QC requirements, with strong field experience, documentation skills, and the ability to identify deficiencies early to protect schedule and cost.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in MEP inspection or QA/QC.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, manufacturing, or data center construction.
• Strong ability to read and interpret drawings, specs, and submittals.
• Knowledge of building codes and industry standards.
• Experience preparing inspection reports and deficiency documentation.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Word and Excel; able to travel to sites.

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

MEP inspection

Reading drawings

Documentation

QA/QC

Field safety

Travel readiness

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Procore

Bluebeam

BIM 360

PlanGrid

Job description

Thompson Holdings is seeking an experienced MEP Inspector to perform field inspections and quality control for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems on commercial, industrial, institutional, and data center projects.

The ideal candidate will verify installations meet drawings, specs, codes, and project QA/QC requirements, with strong field experience, documentation skills, and the ability to identify deficiencies early to protect schedule and cost.