Senior Mechanical Construction Inspector

Overview

Senior Mechanical Construction Inspector Kennedy Jenks
• Seattle, WA, United States

Kennedy Jenks (KJ) provides engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services focused on innovation and sustainability. We deliver projects from planning through construction, including sustainable solutions for green infrastructure, energy and environmental impact reduction, and award-winning water reuse projects. We are known for industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Senior Mechanical Construction Inspector to work on major water-related infrastructure projects primarily within the Seattle Metropolitan area. Travel will be required for this position. The Inspector will provide construction oversight on small to large-scale public works projects, focusing on mechanical systems in water and wastewater infrastructure (treatment plants, pipelines, pump stations, and industrial projects).

• Provide daily onsite oversight of mechanical contractor activities under the supervision of the Construction Manager/Resident Engineer.
• Conduct inspections to ensure mechanical installations, repairs, and replacements in water and wastewater treatment plants, including pumps, boilers, digester and propane gas systems, heat recovery systems, building cranes, sliding gates, HVAC, Variable Frequency Drives, fans, process and cooling pipe systems, switchgears, transformers, UPS batteries, piping, fire alarm systems, and heaters.
• Prepare daily written reports detailing mechanical work progress, labor, and equipment use.
• Track contractor schedule compliance, particularly for mechanical milestones and systems.
• Prepare written communication between owner and contractor regarding mechanical work.
• Coordinate meetings with contractors, clients, and staff to address mechanical system issues and progress.
• Conduct quality control inspections of mechanical installations and system integration, including commissioning.

• 10+ years of experience in inspection of mechanical and electrical components within water and wastewater treatment plants, including pumps, boilers, digester and propane gas systems, heat recovery systems, building cranes, sliding gates, HVAC, Variable Frequency Drives, fans, process and cooling pipe systems, switchgears, transformers, UPS batteries, piping, fire alarm systems, and heaters.
• Experience in water and wastewater pipelines, pump stations, and mechanical systems in water or wastewater treatment plants, for both new construction and rehabilitation, is preferred.
• Experience working on King County and Seattle Public Utility projects is a plus.
• Certifications for specialty inspections of mechanical systems, pumps, HVAC, and other infrastructure aspects are a plus.

This position requires full-time onsite work Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Must be able to work in a construction environment with limited amenities.

Hourly Pay Rate: The rate is anticipated to be $50-$70 per hour, and may vary based on education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority, and familiarity with water/wastewater facilities.

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

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Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.