Mechanical Electrical Inspector

Job Description

Parsons is seeking a Principal Mechanical / Electrical Inspector to support a major project based in Las Vegas, Nevada. In this role, you will provide senior-level inspection oversight for mechanical and electrical systems to help ensure construction activities meet project specifications, applicable codes, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform senior-level field inspections of mechanical and electrical installations for compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes, standards, and contract requirements.
• Monitor construction activities related to HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, power distribution, lighting, controls, low-voltage systems, and other related building systems.
• Verify workmanship, materials, testing, commissioning activities, and installation methods for quality and compliance.
• Identify deficiencies, non-conforming work, and potential risks, and coordinate corrective actions with contractors, engineers, and project management staff.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, test reports, and inspection documentation as needed to support field verification activities.
• Prepare detailed daily reports, inspection records, punch lists, and deficiency logs.
• Witness testing, startup, balancing, and commissioning of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Coverage with construction managers, design teams, safety personnel, contractors, and client representatives to support project progress and issue resolution.
• Support enforcement of site safety requirements and promote safe construction practices in the field.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior inspectors or project staff, as needed.
• Participate in progress meetings, site walks, quality reviews, and project coordination sessions.
• Track completed work against project schedules and report concerns that may affect quality, safety, or timely delivery.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant field experience.
• Significant experience in construction inspection involving mechanical and electrical systems on large, complex infrastructure, commercial, industrial, or public works projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in inspection of one or more of the following: HVAC systems, Plumbing and piping systems, Fire protection systems, Electrical power distribution, Lighting and controls, Instrumentation and low-voltage systems.
• Strong knowledge of applicable building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Experience interpreting construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and test documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with inspection reporting tools, Microsoft Office applications, and standard construction documentation platforms.
• Able to work effectively in an active construction environment and coordinate with diverse project stakeholders.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally to the project site as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer license, ICC certifications, NICET certification, or other relevant inspection or trade certifications.
• Prior experience serving in a lead or principal inspector role.
• Experience on municipal, transportation, aviation, water, wastewater, or other large public-sector projects.
• Experience with Wastewater/Water Facilities.