What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commissioning Inspector position at W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company?
Commissioning Inspector
Location: Canton, MS
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
Were seeking a detail-driven Commissioning Inspector to support the delivery of high-performance data center projects. This role plays a key part in verifying that all building systems are installed, tested, and functioning according to project requirements. Youll work closely with commissioning teams, project leadership, trade partners, and owners to ensure every system meets the reliability and quality standards expected in mission-critical environments.
If you take pride in thoroughness, clear documentation, and helping teams deliver work the right way, this position offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to complex, high-visibility projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform field inspections and functional testing for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and low-voltage systems.
- Verify that installations align with design documents, specifications, and commissioning plans.
- Support the execution of commissioning scripts, test procedures, and integrated systems testing.
- Document findings, deficiencies, and test results with clarity and accuracy.
- Track and verify corrective actions to ensure issues are resolved before system turnover.
- Coordinate with commissioning agents, project managers, superintendents, and subcontractors to maintain alignment on testing schedules and expectations.
- Assist in reviewing submittals, O&M manuals, and equipment start-up documentation.
- Participate in commissioning meetings, progress reviews, and owner discussions.
- Support the preparation of final commissioning reports and turnover packages.
- Promote a culture of safety, quality, and accountability across all commissioning activities.
Qualifications
- 37 years of experience in commissioning, MEP inspection, MEP field supervision, or a related technical role.
- Strong understanding of HVAC systems, electrical distribution, emergency power systems, cooling systems, fire protection, and controls.
- Experience with data centers, mission-critical facilities, hospitals, or industrial projects is highly preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
- Proficiency with commissioning software, testing tools, and construction management platforms.
- Relevant certifications (CxA, CEM, NICET, LEED, etc.) are a plus
Physical Demands/Essential Job Functions:
This job description reflects an assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Physical requirements for this role may include but not limited to walking, standing, operating tools/equipment, and lifting items (up to 25lbs). Tasks may also be carried out in varying weather conditions and environments as appliable to the position.
About Yates Construction
Ranked among the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the country by Engineering News-Record, Yates Construction is family-owned and provides a wide range of construction and building services. Incorporated in 1964 by William G. Yates Jr., we have steadily grown to become one of the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the nation. We are financially sound with a significant bonding capacity as well as vast personnel and equipment resources.
Our portfolio includes commercial and industrial projects from various sectors including arts and culture, civil, commercial, education, entertainment and gaming, federal, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, municipal, retail, and technology. We work hard to understand our clients business needs and continually look for opportunities to provide additional value to our clients and their projects.
Our client relationships are the foundation of our success, and our primary goal is to help each of our clients achieve their vision. We do this by carefully managing the details and complexities of each project and communicating constantly with all team members.
Yates Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal and state law requirements.
Yates complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.