Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 1,800 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #60 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.
JMT is seeking an Inspector to perform construction inspection of civil projects and building mechanical, electrical and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to be assigned from the Pittsburgh, PA Office. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Inspecting all building systems, relating to heating, ventilation and air conditioning, electrical and plumbing systems
Review and interpret plans, specifications and construction methods to ensure compliance with mechanical drawings and compliance with applicable mechanical/building codes
Coordinate and supervise project inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance of plans, contract documents, specifications and safety standards
Communicate and provide recommendation for field issues/conflicts/changes to owner, architects, engineers, contractors, utilities, and regulatory agencies
Consults with architects and engineers, HVAC contractors, builders, and homeowners on code requirements concerning HVAC systems.
Coordinate and monitor material testing, air balance testing and systems testing. Monitor Commissioning process including equipment testing, functional performance tests and building integration of inter-related systems. Monitor deficiency logs to assure follow up of re-testing and system performance.
Coordinate with existing maintenance staff and operations when utility outages, noise control, traffic control or security is required by the work. Attend pre-outage planning meetings
Monitor project close-out procedures including O&M manuals, as-builts, punchlists, and warranty walk-through. Issue punchlists for above ceiling, open wall and Substantial Completion inspections, and revisit to confirm completion of deficiencies
Maintain and review comprehensive project records including daily diaries, documentation of construction workforce, equipment, and materials records, inspection reports, project photos, as-built plans, pay quantity records, progress schedules, work orders and monthly payment estimates.
Coordinate with local health, safety, fire and building inspectors to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations
Follow OSHA Guidelines to ensure safe working environment (lock-out/tag- out, maintain MSDS sheets etc.)
Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities
Required Skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to enter, transcribe, record, store and maintain information in written and electronic forms
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Knowledge of codes and regulations
Required Experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong Computer proficiency
Active driver's license
Minimum of 5 years of construction inspection experience in electrical construction experience in building systems or water supply, wastewater collection facilities, pump stations and treatment facilities
Must possess knowledge and experience in construction testing requirements, as well as knowledge in construction inspection procedures and inspections methodologies,
Must possess OSHA 10 hour or OSHA 30-hour certification or the ability to obtain within 3 months of hire,
Preferred Experience
A Two- year technical school certification in mechanical systems or engineering or technical associate degree a plus
Experience with facility start-up and commissioning and project close-out a plus.
Experience with construction of new treatment plants and building construction a plus
Working Conditions
Work is performed in the field. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
Job Competencies
Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
Building Relationships and Teamwork
Client Focus
Communication
Dependability
Job Proficiency
Quality Service
Safety
Delegation
Managing Performance
JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce
