MEP Inspector - Construction

At Jacobs, we're not just building structures, we're helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their state-of-the-art facilities that are changing our world.

As a MEP Inspector, you'll schedule, coordinate, perform, daily project field inspections of all work. Document inspections and submit recommendations to client for approval or rejection of work in place. Inspection services include, but are not limited to, adherence to Construction Documents, contract requirements, and the following:

• Mechanical & HVAC Systems Inspection: Perform physical inspections of Chilled

Water and Heating Water infrastructure, Air Handling Units (AHUs), Variable Air

Volume (VAV) boxes, and ductwork routing. Verify proper installation of all

mechanical systems including but not limited to; vibration isolation, duct support,

piping support, thermal insulation, duct pressure-leak testing, test and balance of

air and water systems, manufacture start up of mechanical systems and pre

functional testing of mechanical systems,

• Electrical & Low-Voltage Systems Inspection: Monitor the placement and

installation of medium-to-low voltage distribution networks, switchgear, emergency

standby generators, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), Uninterruptible Power

Supply (UPS) units, and facility grounding rings. Verify conduit fill capacities, cable

pulling, torque testing on connections, and clear labeling.

• Plumbing & Fire Protection Inspection: Witness hydrostatic pressure testing on

domestic hot/cold water distribution, sanitary waste/vent piping, storm drainage,

and medical or specialized laboratory gas infrastructure. Verify proper installation

of fire pumps, backflow preventers, sanitary sewer slope, zone control valves, and

main sprinkler piping layout.

• Standards Compliance: Confirm that all work meets the unique operational

criteria outlined in the CBP’s 2023 LPOE Design Standards and the specific

performance baselines dictated by GSA’s Core Building Standards (CBS).

• Material and Equipment Tracking: Confirm that all MEP materials delivered to the

site match approved product data submittals, are stored according to

manufacturer recommendations (e.g., keeping ductwork capped and sealed

against dust ingress), and strictly comply with the material durability and quality

targets mandated by GSA's CBS.

• Mock-Up and Benchmark Reviews: Inspect and approve initial installations ("first-

of-a-kind" assemblies or mock-ups, such as a localized electrical closet or a typical

overhead VAV setup) to establish the accepted benchmark for workmanship and

CBS-level quality throughout construction.

The place of performance for this assignment is onsite in Brownsville, TX

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• Experience on Building Projects valued at $20M or more.

• At least 10 years of experience in Building Construction Quality Assurance/Control with a specialization in MEP systems or complex commerical or federal projects.

• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and material/construction testing.

• Exceptional working knowledge of the International

Building Code (IBC), International Mechanical Code (IMC), International Plumbing

Code (IPC), National Electrical Code (NEC), and OSHA safety regulations.

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