parsons
Mechanical Electrical Inspector
Job description
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Job Description
Parsons is seeking a Principal Mechanical / Electrical Inspector to support a major project based in Las Vegas, Nevada . In this role, you will provide senior-level inspection oversight for mechanical and electrical systems to help ensure construction activities meet project specifications, applicable codes, quality standards, and safety requirements.
This position is ideal for an experienced inspection professional with strong technical knowledge of building systems, construction practices, regulatory compliance, and field coordination. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting project delivery through thorough inspection, documentation, issue resolution, and collaboration with project stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform senior-level field inspections of mechanical and electrical installations for compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes, standards, and contract requirements.
- Monitor construction activities related to HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, power distribution, lighting, controls, low-voltage systems, and other related building systems.
- Verify workmanship, materials, testing, commissioning activities, and installation methods for quality and compliance.
- Identify deficiencies, non-conforming work, and potential risks, and coordinate corrective actions with contractors, engineers, and project management staff.
- Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, test reports, and inspection documentation as needed to support field verification activities.
- Prepare detailed daily reports, inspection records, punch lists, and deficiency logs.
- Witness testing, startup, balancing, and commissioning of mechanical and electrical systems.
- Coordinate with construction managers, design teams, safety personnel, contractors, and client representatives to support project progress and issue resolution.
- Support enforcement of site safety requirements and promote safe construction practices in the field.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior inspectors or project staff, as needed.
- Participate in progress meetings, site walks, quality reviews, and project coordination sessions.
- Track completed work against project schedules and report concerns that may affect quality, safety, or timely delivery.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant field experience.
- Significant experience in construction inspection involving mechanical and electrical systems on large, complex infrastructure, commercial, industrial, or public works projects.
- Demonstrated expertise in inspection of one or more of the following:
- HVAC systems
- Plumbing and piping systems
- Fire protection systems
- Electrical power distribution
- Lighting and controls
- Instrumentation and low-voltage systems
- Strong knowledge of applicable building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.
- Experience interpreting construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and test documentation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with inspection reporting tools, Microsoft Office applications, and standard construction documentation platforms.
- Ability to work effectively in an active construction environment and coordinate with diverse project stakeholders.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally to the project site as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineer license, ICC certifications, NICET certification, or other relevant inspection or trade certifications.
- Prior experience serving in a lead or principal inspector role.
- Experience on municipal, transportation, aviation, water, wastewater, or other large public-sector projects.
- Experience with Wastewater/Water Facilities
Education and Typical Experience
- - High School Diploma and Associate's Degree in a technical discipline/construction related field, or equivalent work experience
- - Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline is preferred (specifically if a technical certification is not available)
- - 15+ years or related experience in heavy construction projects
Security Clearance Requirement
None
This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.
For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!
Salary Range: $49.76 - $87.07
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.
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