Mechanical Inspector

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform field inspections of mechanical and commercial plumbing systems to ensure compliance with project specifications, building codes, and regulatory requirements
• Inspect installation of piping systems, fixtures, equipment, and associated components for quality and code compliance
• Verify work aligns with approved drawings, submittals, and design documents
• Identify deficiencies, code violations, and installation issues, and communicate findings clearly to project teams
• Document inspection results, including detailed reports and corrective action tracking
• Support coordination with construction teams, engineers, and project stakeholders to resolve field issues
• Monitor contractor work to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and performance expectations
• Participate in walkthroughs, punch list development, and project closeout activities
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including IPC, IMC, and local/state requirements

REQUIREMENTS

• ICC Certification as a Commercial Plumbing Inspector or Mechanical Inspector (preferred or required based on candidate strength)
• Strong background in mechanical systems with emphasis on commercial plumbing
• Experience performing inspections on construction projects (industrial, commercial, or government preferred)
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes and standards (IPC, IMC, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and submittals
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify installation deficiencies
• Good communication skills and ability to work directly with field teams and stakeholders
• Ability to work on-site full-time at Sandia National Laboratories
• U.S. Citizenship required (DOE clearance eligibility)

• Must be able to obtain Commercial ICC Mechanical Inspector Certification within 6 months
• Must have commercial and industrial experience, not residential
• Onsite work, no remote
• No, Per diem
• Yes, Relocation. $3k / To be discussed further upon next steps in process, may increase per years of experience
• Max Salary, $90k / BOE , could possibly flex

Bonus:

• PE (Professional Engineer) cert
• Active Clearance
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (not required)

Key Questions to you :

• What is your applicable experience with mechanical and plumbing inspections?
• What kind of systems have you inspected?
• What is your project management experience?
• What does your project scope managing process look like as far as ensuring timely project completion?
• What is your comfortability with earned value management (EVM)?
• Are you familiar with Building Codes? Inspection Codes

If this sounds like something you’d like to pursue and want me to submit you to client , please send me resume with Inspections experience highlighted on your resume . I personally feel you’d be the perfect project manager/inspector for this position and would like to take you to the next step.

Best Regards,

Roberto R. Gallaeci | Sr. Recruiter
For Government Agency & Data Centers
o. 832.353.1408 c. 346.410.9968 | roberto.gallaeci@ceis.com
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