Construction QA Mechanical Inspector

CMTS LLC•Tampa, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

CMTS is hiring a QA Mechanical Inspector to provide quality assurance oversight on large capital infrastructure projects in Tampa, Florida. The role reviews contractor quality control programs, conducts QA audits, ensures compliance with project specifications, and provides technical guidance and oversight to field teams. The position is on-site and may require extended hours or weekend work based on project schedules. The inspector reports directly to the Lead QA Manager and supports quality assurance across multiple projects. Responsibilities include reviewing Design Builder quality control programs, test plans, inspection procedures, submittals, and shop drawings; monitoring BIM 360 workflows; conducting contractor QA audits; identifying deficiencies; issuing noncompliance reports; and confirming corrective actions and closeout. The role also contributes to QA/QC coordination, metrics and monthly reporting, lessons learned, field staff coaching, and communication with project stakeholders. CMTS describes opportunities to work on high-impact infrastructure projects across the United States and the U.S. Virgin Islands, a collaborative and growth-focused team environment, competitive compensation, and career advancement and professional development opportunities. The listed salary is $145,000 annually. CMTS states that it provides 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life, and long-term disability insurance coverage for the employee.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 4 years of relevant inspection or construction experience.
Experience with roadway, electrical, or bus-related inspection work.
Knowledge of trenching, shoring, utility relocations, and underground work.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Project.
Ability to quickly learn new systems such as SharePoint.
Experience using Bluebeam PDF software.
Strong organizational, prioritization, and detail-oriented skills.

Nice To Haves

Florida DBPR – Building Code Administrators & Inspectors License.
State-Level Fire Inspector Certification.
Standard Mechanical Inspector Certification.
Standard Plumbing Inspector Certification.
NICET Certification for Fire Protection Systems.
Experience with electrification infrastructure projects.
Experience with MEP systems on large capital programs.

Responsibilities

Report directly to the Lead QA Manager and provide QA oversight across multiple projects.
Review Design Builder (DB) quality control programs, test plans, and inspection procedures.
Review critical submittals and shop drawings and provide feedback.
Interpret contract documents and ensure compliance across QA/QC processes.
Monitor BIM 360 workflows for issue tracking, checklists, and reporting.
Conduct unannounced QA audits of contractor QC implementation and documentation.
Review testing and inspection reports and identify deficiencies.
Issue noncompliance reports and verify corrective actions and closeout.
Document QA/QC lessons learned and share best practices across projects.
Conduct QA/QC coordination meetings with contractors and field teams.
Track and report QA metrics, activities, and KPIs for monthly reporting.
Provide technical guidance and coaching to field staff.
Participate in OAC meetings, QA/QC meetings, pre-installation meetings, and inspections.
Maintain clear and professional communication with stakeholders.
Work extended hours or weekends as required by project schedules.