Senior MEP Inspector — Field QA/QC for Data Centers

Thompson Engineering; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The ideal candidate will verify installations against drawings, specs, and codes, maintain thorough documentation, and identify deficiencies before they impact schedule or cost.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of MEP construction, inspection, commissioning, or QA/QC experience.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, manufacturing, or data center construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, equipment schedules, one-lines, P&IDs, and approved submittals.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes and industry standards.
• Experience preparing inspection reports and deficiency documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of MEP installations.
• Review construction activities for compliance with plans, specifications, submittals, and codes.
• Inspect MEP rough-in, equipment installation, supports, hangers, penetrations, piping, ductwork, electrical systems, plumbing systems, and related components.
• Verify equipment and systems are properly installed prior to concealment.
• Perform inspections and witness testing according to ITPs.
• Document inspection results, deficiencies, nonconforming work, and corrective actions.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain project documentation.
• Coordinate inspections with contractors, engineers, and project management.
• Verify field-installed materials match approved submittals.
• Identify potential quality issues and communicate them to 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 codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Promote a proactive safety and quality culture.

Skills

MEP field experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Reading drawings

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Travel willingness

Education

Engineering or related degree

Construction Management background

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud / BIM 360

PlanGrid

AutoCAD

Electronic inspection systems

Job description

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

The ideal candidate will verify installations against drawings, specs, and codes, maintain thorough documentation, and identify deficiencies before they impact schedule or cost.