Electrical Inspector

Seeking Electrical & Mechanical Inspector – Hospitals

Job Description

The Electrical & Mechanical Inspector will support a large hospitals- ensuring that all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing installations meet contract documents, quality standards, and applicable codes. This role focuses on detailed field inspections, quality assurance, and documentation throughout various phases of construction, culminating in turnover and commissioning support.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine examinations and checks of ongoing construction work across four buildings at different phases to verify that all installations conform to contract documents and applicable standards.
• Verify that the quality of installation and execution for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems is maintained, including required testing, final follow-up checks, and correction of deficiencies.
• Ensure the contractor does not build upon or conceal non-conforming work by identifying issues early and confirming that all deficiencies are addressed before work progresses.
• Assess general contractor means and methods for compliance with the most stringent requirements of applicable global, national, and local standards, and immediately notify the owner of any deficiencies.
• Evaluate the final installed products to confirm they achieve the appropriate level of finish and are ready to proceed into the commissioning start-up phase.
• Verify that proper levels of protection are maintained for equipment and systems during construction to prevent damage or deterioration.
• Provide detailed evaluation of the installation of MEP equipment, systems, and rough-ins, including visual inspections of equipment and systems for defects or damage.
• Confirm that required access to installed products is available, such as access to mechanical valves, access doors, and required clearances for maintenance and operation.
• Perform visual observations of mechanical and electrical rough-ins to verify proper routing, terminations, and general workmanship.
• Assist in evaluating conduit installations for appropriate support, alignment, and overall clean and tidy appearance.
• Conduct SCCS, breaker settings, and arc flash label reviews to ensure compliance with design and safety requirements.
• Conduct NETA testing reviews, verifying that testing is properly performed, documented, and aligned with project specifications.
• Conduct FOD (Foreign Object Debris) inspections to maintain a safe and clean work environment and protect equipment and systems.
• Perform turnover services, including verifying that all inspection forms are complete, observation statuses are current, and quality documentation and observations are prepared for turnover to the commissioning team.
• Participate in and conduct final quality verification walks with the owner to confirm readiness for commissioning and project turnover.
• Collaborate with construction management and quality control teams to address issues, clarify requirements, and support successful project delivery on a data center campus.

Essential Skills

• 5–10 years of experience in construction inspection, quality control, or construction management with a strong focus on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated experience working on data center projects or similarly complex, mission-critical facilities.
• Strong focus on electrical and mechanical inspection, including MEP systems, rough-ins, and equipment installation.
• Hands-on experience with SCCS reviews, breaker settings reviews, and arc flash label verification.
• Experience reviewing NETA testing for electrical systems.
• Experience conducting FOD inspections in active construction environments.
• Proven ability to verify work against contract documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Ability to identify non-conforming work and ensure that deficiencies are corrected before subsequent work proceeds.
• Strong understanding of applicable global, national, and local codes and standards related to mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to prepare and maintain thorough inspection forms, observation logs, and quality documentation for turnover and commissioning.
• OSHA 10 certification (minimum).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in MEP-focused quality assurance on large-scale construction projects.
• Experience supporting commissioning teams through detailed documentation and final quality verification walks.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with construction management, general contractors, and commissioning personnel.
• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on clean, organized, and code-compliant installations.
• Comfort working on long-duration projects, including contract-to-hire engagements on large campuses.

Work Environment

The inspector works across multiple buildings at different stages of construction, spending the majority of time in active construction areas around MEP equipment, rough-ins, and large-scale infrastructure. The position operates within a safety-focused environment that requires adherence to OSHA 10 standards and site-specific safety protocols. Work involves close collaboration with construction and commissioning teams, frequent site walks, and detailed field inspections. This is a 12-month contract-to-hire opportunity aligned with a project scheduled through next summer, with the potential to transition to subsequent projects upon completion. The position includes benefits such as health, dental, and vision options, two weeks of paid time off, and paid holidays.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dallas, TX.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

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Salary : $100,000 - $130,000