Quality Assurance Inspector Level 4 - MEP

Description

• 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.
• Participates in functional performance testing and commissioning activities and documents test results in written reports provided to Government stakeholders.
• Functions as a key contributor on integrated project teams, while maintaining the ability to work independently with minimal oversight in the field.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Coordinates directly with contractor field staff to resolve installation issues, clarify expectations, and reinforce compliance with project documentation.
• 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.
• Provides mechanical, electrical, or plumbing-focused quality assurance inspections as part of the Quality Assurance program.

Requirements

ISI Professional Services provides mission-critical expertise across a wide range of functional and operational areas. ISI brings over 30 years of experience providing tailored workforce and project management solutions across the U.S. we specialize in Program and Project Management, Construction Management, Real Estate Advisory, Acquisition Management, Logistics, Leadership Development, and more.

ISI 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 Department of Defense (DoD) client. The QA4-MEP will support the federal client on complex construction and renovation projects across a secure facility portfolio. This position will provide technical quality oversight, planning support, and field inspections to ensure contractor compliance with code, specifications, and contract requirements. The QA inspector will collaborate closely with government project managers, fellow contractor team members, and design professionals as part of an integrated construction management program. ISI is looking for a proactive professional with strong communication skills, MEP trade expertise, and a commitment to high-quality performance in a mission-driven environment.

• Must be able to pass and maintain a Public Trust clearance (HSPD-12 fingerprint background check).
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods, up to 2 miles per day between buildings with exposure to weather.
• 0-10% Travel – May need to travel to other Federal facilities within a 50-mile radius.
• Required to navigate active construction sites containing uneven ground, debris, and active construction hazards such as sharp objects, electrical hazards, and potential fall hazards.
• Pentagon WHS experience is highly sought after.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary computer position for extended periods of time.
• 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.
• Possesses advanced trade knowledge and demonstrates applied expertise in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Three Phase inspection protocol.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• BS in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering with 10+ years of construction management and/or general foreman for that trade experience OR Master Plumber OR Master Electrician OR Education my be substituted for 15+ years of mechanical, electrical or plumbing experience as a construction foreman OR clearly demonstrate detailed subject matter expertise in their field of specialty. Subject Matter Expertise could be demonstrated by 2 or more years of high-performance supporting WHS or an equivalent federal program.
• Occasionally required to move 5 – 15 pounds.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. The salary range represents a general guideline as ISI considers several factors when determining compensation to include but not limited to the candidate’s experience, education, skills, and market location of the position.

• Flexibility related to work hours as project demands arise.
• Monday through Friday, Normal business hours 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance