Mechanical Inspector

Mechanical Inspector/Construction Coordinator

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

At Jacobs, our PMCM team works seamlessly with clients by delivering projects and programs to achieve our clients' goals. Whether it's managing construction or designing buildings, solutions are continuously being implemented. What we do is more than construction; we play a part in moving a vision from concept to reality. If you're interested in a rewarding career working on ENR's #1 Program Management and Construction Management-for-Fee firm, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are currently searching for a Mechanical Inspector/Construction Coordinator to support our contract quality assurance responsibilities on the Airside D Capital projects at Tampa International Airport. Once completed, the Airside D Concourse will add 16 new gates increasing the annual Airport capacity by approximately eight million passengers.

The project assignment is scheduled to start immediately and continue for approximately two-three years.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides daily construction inspection services for the mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection) being installed for the new 600,000 square foot concourse. Includes piping, ductwork, mechanical equipment, and supporting utility systems.
• Oversees the contractor's quality control procedures, including test procedures, for project mechanical systems. Includes checks of completed work and observations of work underway.
• Verifies workmanship and materials comply with the contract requirements and approved shop drawings and submittals. Checks material and equipment certifications before installation.
• Prepares daily reports documenting the contractor's daily work activities, decisions and coordination made, and problems encountered.
• Documents any nonconforming work and reinspects corrective actions until conformance is confirmed.
• Identifies any observed safety concerns and notifies the contractor and Jacobs' safety manager.
• Participates in punch list inspections and tracks resolution of items.
• Reviews the contractor's proposed work plans and identifies any conflicts with other ongoing work or Airport operations.
• As needed, participates in responses to RFIs.
• Supports the review of pending change orders and contractor claims.
• Tracks daily progresses and reviews the contractor's invoices.
• Reviews contractor's proposed installation plans for any major safety and airport operational concerns.
• Participates in the contractor's testing and commissioning activities.
• As needed, may provide similar services for the new baggage handling system being installed. Reports directly to the assigned PMCM Project Manager.

Here's what you'll need

• Minimum of 10 years of experience (combined) working as a construction inspector, project engineer, and/or design engineer. Five years of this experience will have been as a mechanical inspector or project engineer on active construction projects.
• Must be able to document mechanical inspection experience (HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection) on a multi-storied commercial building with a construction value of at least $50 million.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical construction code regulations in the State of Florida. Certifications are desirable.
• Experience working as a team member on a construction management team or as an employee with a contractor
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities, solve problems, react to changed conditions, communicate with contractor representatives, and support the mitigation of conflicts.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Experience with using a project management information system (PMIS) is desirable.
• Must possess a positive attitude and the ability to make well-thought-out recommendations to project representatives.
• Demonstrated experience with construction safety requirements.
• The position requires the selected individual to work at Tampa Airport 5 days a week.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $115,000.00 to $135,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on July 20, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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Locations

Tampa - Florida - United States