LAWA Construction Inspector, Mechanical

Pacific Pros is seeking a Mechanical Construction Inspector for Los Angeles World Airport (LAWA) in Los Angeles, CA. This is a full-time, on-site position starting April 2026.

About the Role

Serve as the Owner's representative, supporting LAWA’s construction inspection and working as a member of the LAWA Quality Assurance & Construction Inspection Division across multiple projects within LAWA’s Capital Improvement Program.

Responsibilities

• Inspect the construction of a wide variety of airport improvements and utilities projects to ensure conformance to plans, specifications, contracts, permits, environmental documents, and agreements for work.
• Conduct comprehensive daily inspections of mechanical and plumbing systems across building and terminal construction projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and project specifications.
• Review and interpret construction documents including blueprints, shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Prepare comprehensive daily inspection reports documenting all observed construction activities, progress, issues, deficiencies, or safety concerns.
• Verify contractor compliance with local and national mechanical and plumbing codes, and LAWA-specific standards.
• Track and document time-and-material work, field changes, and job quantities.
• Assist in validating contractor progress payment requests based on an approved schedule of values.
• Support special inspections and testing activities, coordinating with engineers, contractors, and third-party agencies as needed.
• Perform inspections of mechanical and plumbing installations, including but not limited to:
  • Domestic water and sewage systems
  • Venting, fire sprinklers, and gas piping
  • HVAC systems (air handlers, chillers, boilers, ductwork)
  • Smoke control systems
  • Mechanical ventilation and exhaust
  • Fire and life safety integration (e.g., smoke dampers)
  • Mechanical and plumbing shutdowns, lockout/tagout procedures
  • Commissioning and balancing reports
  • Underground utilities
  • Fire life safety systems including smoke/heat detectors and FM-200 suppression systems

Requirements

• High school diploma (or equivalent).
• 3+ years of experience performing mechanical inspections for building construction.
• Thorough knowledge of materials and methods used in plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration installations.
• Current ICC certification as a Commercial Mechanical Inspector.
• Proof of Cal-OSHA 30-hour training within the last 4 years.
• Fall protection and harness training.
• Must be able to work any assigned shift (day, swing, or night) to meet contractor schedules.
• Must be locally available on-site for this field position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional ICC certification as a Commercial Plumbing Inspector.
• NFPA 70E standards training within the last 3 years.
• Plumbing experience (journeyman/master level) with progression into inspection.
• Experience inspecting mechanical systems of large-scale commercial, industrial, or public buildings.
• Confined Space Entry Training.
• Experience overseeing compliance with building codes on significant construction projects.
• Involvement in complex projects requiring coordination with multiple stakeholders.
• Expertise in identifying and addressing deficiencies to meet required standards.
• Strong understanding of diverse code requirements (CBC & CMC).
• Excellent communication and time management skills.

Skills

• Proficiency in project management information software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Word, PM Web, Adobe Pro, Bluebeam).
• Ability to review and utilize electronic equipment for contract documents, including change orders, submittals, RFIs, and inspection documents with minimal supervision.

Schedule

• Typical dayshift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM or 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM, Monday to Friday.
• Night shift: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM, Sunday.
• May require working modified schedules, including nights and weekends, based on contractor activities and project schedules.
• Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines.

Pay

Prevailing wage position. Candidates with a BS degree in Engineering may be considered for higher compensation.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance