Senior MEP QA Inspector - On-Site DoD Projects

ISI Professional Services; Virginia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ISI Professional Services is seeking a senior-level quality assurance inspector with strong mechanical, electrical, or plumbing (MEP) expertise to provide Owner’s Representative construction management services to a DoD client.

The QA4-MEP will support complex construction and renovation projects across a secure facility portfolio, delivering technical quality oversight, planning support, and field inspections to ensure contractor compliance with code, specifications, and contract requirements.

Qualifications

• BS degree or higher in CM, Architecture, or Engineering with 10+ years of field construction management experience.
• Master Plumber/Master Electrician can substitute for 15+ years of trades supervision.
• Experience with DoD/USACE inspection processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides mechanical, electrical, or plumbing-focused QA inspections as part of the Quality Assurance program.
• Possesses advanced trade knowledge and demonstrates applied expertise in the USACE Three Phase inspection protocol.
• Proactively assists the Government in conducting site evaluations, field surveys, and constructability assessments to validate compliance with design requirements, technical specifications, and applicable building codes.
• Verifies that the construction contractor has implemented an effective Quality Control (QC) plan and that daily work meets contract requirements, safety standards, and approved submittals.
• Applies specialized knowledge of MEP systems—including plumbing, HVAC, electrical distribution, fire protection, and building automation systems—to identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions during inspections.
• Reviews technical drawings, specifications, testing protocols, and manufacturer literature to support preparatory meetings and ensure inspection readiness.
• Participates in functional performance testing and commissioning activities and documents test results in written reports provided to Government stakeholders.
• Coordinates directly with contractor field staff to resolve installation issues, clarify expectations, and reinforce compliance with project documentation.
• Prepares and submits daily quality assurance reports, maintains organized project photo logs, and uses digital inspection tools (e.g., tablets, shared drives, tracking databases) to document observations and track resolution of findings.
• Delivers technical briefings and QA input for project reviews and stakeholder meetings. Contributes to performance metrics, program-level documentation, and QA knowledge sharing across the team.
• Works primarily on-site in active construction environments, which may include mechanical rooms, rooftops, and unfinished spaces. Requires mobility across job sites and adaptability to varying weather conditions.
• Functions as a key contributor on integrated project teams, while maintaining the ability to work independently with minimal oversight in the field.

Skills

MEP expertise

Quality assurance

Construction management

Inspections

Documentation

Education

BS in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering

Job description

ISI Professional Services is seeking a senior-level quality assurance inspector with strong mechanical, electrical, or plumbing (MEP) expertise to provide Owner’s Representative construction management services to a DoD client.

The QA4-MEP will support complex construction and renovation projects across a secure facility portfolio, delivering technical quality oversight, planning support, and field inspections to ensure contractor compliance with code, specifications, and contract requirements.