MEP Inspector - Federal Sector
On-siteWashington, District of Columbia, United States or Washington, United States
Job Summary
Conduct specialized field inspections for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing disciplines, including the phased demolition and replacement of existing fire alarm systems. Verify new installations and monitor testing, commissioning, and cutover activities against contract documents, approved plans, and applicable codes. Evaluate construction quality, identify deficiencies, and recommend approval or rejection of materials and workmanship while monitoring labor and safety requirements. Maintain accurate written inspection reports and utilize construction management software to document activities. Coordinate with contractors, project managers, and stakeholders to communicate findings and facilitate issue resolution.
Required Qualifications
- 15 years of experience in construction inspection, including significant experience with complex MEP construction and renovation projects.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in a similar inspection role.
- Demonstrated fire alarm system experience, including experience with the installation, inspection, replacement, testing, and/or commissioning of fire alarm systems.
- Experience with fire alarm control panels, notification/alarm devices, detectors, annunciators, and associated system components.
- Strong knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing construction methods, codes, standards, and industry practices.
- Strong understanding of applicable fire alarm and life-safety requirements, codes, and construction practices.
- Experience reviewing construction work for compliance with contract documents, codes, specifications, and project requirements.
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare detailed inspection reports and documentation.
- Ability to effectively coordinate with contractors, project teams, and other construction stakeholders.
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Construction Quality Management (CQM) Certification and OSHA 30-Hour Certification.
Desired Qualifications
- Associate degree in a construction-related field, completion of a trade school program, or an equivalent certification.
- Experience supporting phased fire alarm demolition, replacement, and system cutover activities.
- Experience using construction management software; E-Builder experience.
- Experience using construction management software, including E-Builder, to document and track inspection activities.
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