Mechanical Construction Inspector

As a member of the Modernization Project Office, the experienced mechanical inspector will inspect plumbing /mechanical/HVAC work associated with new construction and/or renovation work to ensure conformance with contract documents and applicable codes and standards.

Requires five (5) years of field experience in all facets of construction, including scheduling of work.

Responsible for verification of contractor compliance with BNL contract drawing and specification requirements. Performs and documents inspections under the direction of the supervising construction inspector. Assists in coordinating construction activity with facility user and support divisions to meet operational requirements. Verifies that contractor staff comply with applicable SBMS requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years field experience in construction with an emphasis on HVAC, plumbing, pipe fitting and fire protection. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparation of daily narrative reports.
• Verification of work performed on contractor payment applications.
• Coordination of construction work with facility operations and other stakeholders.
• Responsible for quality of work.
• Verification of contractor compliance with contract drawings and specifications.
• Coordination of construction activities with facility user and support divisions to meet operational requirements.
• Responsible to verify installation against shop drawings and specifications.
• Conformance with contractual safety requirements.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Associates Degree or certification (Ex. NICET III) or a comparable combination of education and experience.
• 5-10 years’ experience in construction inspection of Mechanical / Plumbing / HVAC.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Working knowledge of the latest version of the mechanical and plumbing ICC building codes and testing criteria for all types of mechanical systems.
• Valid driver’s license.
• The ability to work Overtime on weekends or extended hours to accommodate contractor work schedules.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• ICC Certified Mechanical Inspector.
• NICET Level II and III Certification.
• Working knowledge of the latest version of the mechanical and plumbing ICC building codes and testing criteria for all types of mechanical systems is required.
• Knowledge of fire-stopping, fire-rated construction, and/or fire-proofing.
• OSHA 30-hour training.

Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $91,400- 124,000 a year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.