Senior Mechanical Construction Inspector

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants • Federal Way, WA • 3d ago

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering and environmental consulting services today, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using new advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, and award-winning water reuse projects. We are known for our dedication to 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 Mechanical Construction Inspector will provide construction oversight on small to large-scale public works projects, with a focus on mechanical systems in water and wastewater infrastructure, including treatment plants, pipelines, pump stations, and industrial projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide daily onsite oversight of mechanical contractor activities under the supervision of the Construction Manager/Resident Engineer.
Conduct necessary inspections to ensure mechanical installations, repairs, and replacements of mechanical components within water and wastewater treatment plants. This includes, but is not limited to, 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 (Uninterruptible Power Supply) batteries, washer/classifiers, grit system components and 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, equipment, and system integration, as well as quality control inspection during commissioning of mechanical systems.
Qualifications:
10+ years of experience in inspection of mechanical and electrical components within water and wastewater treatment plants, including but not limited to 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 (Uninterruptible Power Supply) batteries, washer/classifiers, grit system components and 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 aspects of infrastructure projects 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 hourly pay rate for this position is anticipated to be $50-$70.00 per hour, and may vary based on education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority, and familiarity with water/wastewater facilities.
Benefits summary:
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a com

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