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Mechanical Inspector
Parsons Corporation
Operations
USD 35.05-61.35 / hour + Equity
Posted on Oct 1, 2025
In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with exceptional people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.
Job Description:
Got a good eye for detail? Ready to put your emerging inspection skills to work on urban construction projects? Parsons is now hiring Associate Inspectors with a great attention to detail to join a rapidly growing team, which will enhance the fabric of our community.
Parsons extensive experience in this field, combined with your experience will propel your career and opportunities forward. We need our Inspectors to be versatile, enthusiastic to work in highly flexible, team oriented environments that have exceptional communication, analytical and organizational skills. In this role you will: perform well defined and sometimes difficult inspection tasks, including monitoring quality control procedures. You will inspect various facets of work on the construction site and perform continuous surveillance of assigned construction activities to ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and specifications. Our inspectors document nonconformance and may participate in discussions to determine appropriate resolution. Inspection activities are usually concentrated in one of the following areas: civil, structural, interior finishes, roofing, mechanical, or electrical. Must be local to the Baltimore, Maryland area.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform daily field inspections of MEP and HVAC installations to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
- Monitor installation of ductwork, piping, air handling units, chillers, boilers, pumps, fire protection, plumbing, and building automation systems.
- Review and verify contractor testing and commissioning activities, including pressure tests, balancing, and start-up procedures.
- Document inspection results, deficiencies, and corrective actions in accordance with QA/QC requirements.
- Coordinate with electrical and structural inspectors to confirm proper integration of systems.
- Support Resident Engineer in reviewing mechanical submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings.
- Ensure all safety and environmental standards are observed during mechanical installations.
- Track and maintain inspection logs, daily reports, and test results for recordkeeping.
- Provide technical guidance and assist in resolving field issues related to MEP/HVAC work.
Qualifications:
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; equivalent field experience will be considered.
- 7+ years of experience in mechanical inspection on large-scale building, aviation, or transportation projects.
- Strong knowledge of MEP and HVAC systems, codes, and construction practices.
- Familiarity with commissioning, testing, and start-up requirements for HVAC and mechanical systems.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and coordination skills.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, specifications, and shop drawings.
Preferred Certifications:
- ICC, ASHRAE, or NICET Mechanical certifications desirable.
- OSHA 10/30-hour safety training.
- Knowledge of MAA, FAA, or other aviation agency standards preferred.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Provide oversight of construction related activities on T2 LXP major improvement projects
- Quality Control Management
- Provide daily oversight of contractor activities and ensure proper Quality Control and Quality Assurance metrics are met
- RFI Management
- Monitors and document control systems to ensure proper testing is being performed and documented
- Schedule progress reporting
- Coordinate with other team member and disciplines to minimize or eliminate Airport operations impacts
- Schedule Progress Reporting
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- Building Management Systems experience
- Building Construction-Mechanical Systems
- Construction Inspections & Testing (QA/QC)
- Ability to recognize when construction deviates from the plans and specification and how to resolve
- Facilitates Management
- Equipment maintenance experience
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
- Project or Construction Manager or 15 years of field experience
- Procore
- Proficient in scheduling construction phased projects
Security Clearance Requirement:
NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!Salary Range: $35.05 - $61.35We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.