Quality Control Inspector MEP

Job Title:

Quality Control Inspector MEP

Location:

Newcastle

We are looking for a Quality Control Inspector to join our vibrant team. To lead the delivery of mechanical and electrical quality control inspections across a range of residential and mixed‑use developments, this role is responsible for ensuring compliance with technical standards, managing reporting outputs, and maintaining strong communication with clients and project teams.

The MEP QCI is expected to take full ownership of allocated projects and contribute to the successful delivery of MEP quality assurance services.

As the on‑site representative, the role monitors construction quality, ensures that all works are carried out according to approved drawings, specifications, standards and statutory requirements, and documents progress to prevent costly defects.

Working on various projects across Newcastle and surrounding areas.

• Independently manage and deliver MEP quality control inspections, ensuring compliance with specifications, regulations (e.g., BS 7671, CIBSE) and best practices.
• Produce high‑quality, detailed inspection reports that clearly communicate findings, actions and progress related to MEP systems.
• Maintain and manage MEP defect trackers, ensuring timely updates, clear categorisation and follow‑up with relevant parties.
• Review technical submittals, commissioning plans and O&M documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Witness and validate commissioning activities, ensuring systems are tested and documented in accordance with project requirements.
• Represent Baily Garner LLP in site progress meetings, presenting MEP updates and contributing to technical discussions.
• Liaise directly with clients, contractors and consultants to resolve MEP‑related issues and maintain strong working relationships.
• Monitor project progress and proactively flag risks or delays that may impact MEP quality or delivery.
• Identify when additional resource or support is required and escalat… etc.
• Support Senior and Principal MEP QCIs on complex or high‑risk projects as needed.
• Participate in snagging, pre‑handover and end‑of‑defects inspections for MEP systems.
• Respond promptly and professionally to all communications, including emails, phone calls and meeting requests.
• Maintain clear, concise and accurate written and verbal communication with clients, colleagues and contractors.
• Present confidently and competently in meetings, adapting communication style to suit technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Ensure all reporting and correspondence reflects the high standards and reputation of Baily Garner LLP.

• Working in live environments, under NDAs, subject to vetting.
• Relevant technical qualification (e.g., HNC, HND, NVQ Level 4 or above) in building services, electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in MEP construction or quality control inspection roles.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, commissioning and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in defect tracking, reporting tools and Microsoft Office.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Actively working toward or already enrolled in a professional accreditation pathway (e.g., CIBSE, IET).

• Flexible working hours (choice of start and finish times based around a 7.25 hour working day, core hours between 10am‑4.15pm) 36.25 hours per week
• Hybrid working (potential to work from office and home)
• Medicash health plan (money back on your dental, optical, physio appointments and more)
• Life assurance cover (four times annual salary) for all colleagues.
• In‑house mental health first aiders
• Pay reviews twice a year
• Annual leave + bank holidays
• Birthday leave
• Buy/sell annual leave
• Long‑service leave
• Scottish Widows pension and salary sacrifice (4.5% contribution matched)
• Sponsorship of professional fees
• 2 paid corporate social responsibility days

Baily Garner LLP are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity/paternity needs.

We are committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made at any stage, please let us know.

Example:
If you need additional time for assessments, require materials in an alternative format or need a different interview setting, please inform us and we will make the necessary arrangements.