Senior MEP Inspector — Field QC & Compliance

Thompson Engineering; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Engineering 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 role requires strong field experience, excellent documentation, and the ability to identify deficiencies before they impact schedule, cost, or commissioning. Proficiency with MS Word/Excel and ability to travel to job sites is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in MEP construction, inspection, commissioning, or QA/QC experience.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, manufacturing, or data center construction.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specs, and submittals.
• Knowledge of building codes and industry standards.
• Experience preparing inspection reports and documenting deficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of MEP installations (mechanical, electrical, plumbing).
• Review activities for compliance with plans, specs, submittals, and codes.
• Inspect MEP rough-in, equipment installation, supports, penetrations, piping, ductwork, electrical, and plumbing components.
• Verify equipment and systems are properly installed prior to concealment.
• 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.
• Identify and communicate potential quality issues; track deficiencies to resolution.

Skills

Field inspections

Documentation

Reading drawings & specs

QA/QC

Communication

Travel to sites

Microsoft Word & Excel

Education

Technical education in Mechanical/Electrical/Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

PlanGrid

Bluebeam

Procore

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Thompson Engineering 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 role requires strong field experience, excellent documentation, and the ability to identify deficiencies before they impact schedule, cost, or commissioning. Proficiency with MS Word/Excel and ability to travel to job sites is essential.