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About ISI Professional Services:

ISI Professional Services provides mission-critical expertise across a wide range of functional and operational areas. ISI brings over 30 years of experience providing tailored workforce and project management solutions across the U.S. we specialize in Program and Project Management, Construction Management, Real Estate Advisory, Acquisition Management, Logistics, Leadership Development, and more.

At ISI, our people are the heart of our success. We prioritize engagement, professional growth, and a strong culture to succeed together. As a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we are proud to support Veterans by creating opportunities for them to succeed.

Join ISI and be part of a team making a meaningful impact—delivering excellence and exceeding expectations every step of the way.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. The salary range represents a general guideline as ISI considers several factors when determining compensation to include but not limited to the candidate’s experience, education, skills, and market location of the position.

Position Summary:

ISI is seeking a senior-level quality assurance inspector with strong mechanical, electrical, or plumbing (MEP) expertise to provide Owner’s Representative construction management services to a Department of Defense (DoD) client. The QA4-MEP will support the federal client on complex construction and renovation projects across a secure facility portfolio. This position will provide technical quality oversight, planning support, and field inspections to ensure contractor compliance with code, specifications, and contract requirements. The QA inspector will collaborate closely with government project managers, fellow contractor team members, and design professionals as part of an integrated construction management program. ISI is looking for a proactive professional with strong communication skills, MEP trade expertise, and a commitment to high-quality performance in a mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Provides mechanical, electrical, or plumbing-focused quality assurance inspections as part of the Quality Assurance program.
2. Possesses advanced trade knowledge and demonstrates applied expertise in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Three Phase inspection protocol.
3. Proactively assists the Government in conducting site evaluations, field surveys, and constructability assessments to validate compliance with design requirements, technical specifications, and applicable building codes.
4. Verifies that the construction contractor has implemented an effective Quality Control (QC) plan and that daily work meets contract requirements, safety standards, and approved submittals.
5. Applies specialized knowledge of MEP systems—including plumbing, HVAC, electrical distribution, fire protection, and building automation systems—to identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions during inspections.
6. Reviews technical drawings, specifications, testing protocols, and manufacturer literature to support preparatory meetings and ensure inspection readiness.
7. Participates in functional performance testing and commissioning activities and documents test results in written reports provided to Government stakeholders.
8. Coordinates directly with contractor field staff to resolve installation issues, clarify expectations, and reinforce compliance with project documentation.
9. Prepares and submits daily quality assurance reports, maintains organized project photo logs, and uses digital inspection tools (e.g., tablets, shared drives, tracking databases) to document observations and track resolution of findings.
10. Delivers technical briefings and QA input for project reviews and stakeholder meetings. Contributes to performance metrics, program-level documentation, and QA knowledge sharing across the team.
11. Works primarily on-site in active construction environments, which may include mechanical rooms, rooftops, and unfinished spaces. Requires mobility across job sites and adaptability to varying weather conditions.
12. Functions as a key contributor on integrated project teams, while maintaining the ability to work independently with minimal oversight in the field.

Required Qualifications:

1. BS in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering with 10+ years of construction management and/or general foreman for that trade experience OR Master Plumber OR Master Electrician OR Education my be substituted for 15+ years of mechanical, electrical or plumbing experience as a construction foreman OR clearly demonstrate detailed subject matter expertise in their field of specialty. Subject Matter Expertise could be demonstrated by 2 or more years of high-performance supporting WHS or an equivalent federal program.
2. Must be a U.S. Citizen with 3 years residence in the US.
3. Must be able to pass and maintain a Public Trust clearance (HSPD-12 fingerprint background check).

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Pentagon WHS experience is highly sought after.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands required of this position described here are of those that must be met by the selected employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job daily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must be required to occasionally move and lift 20-30 pounds.
2. Must be able to climb, erect and maintain balance on a 30-40 pound ladder.
3. Must be able to remain in a stationary computer position for extended periods of time.
4. Must be able to walk up to 3 miles per day between buildings.
5. Must be able to stand for extended periods
6. Must be willing to work in external environments of rain, high heat and significant cold.
7. Must be able navigate active construction sites containing uneven ground, debris, and active construction hazards such as sharp objects, electrical hazards, and potential fall hazards.
8. Must be able to occasionally go into confined spaces and crawl

Work Setting/Environment/Travel Requirements:

1. This position will split its time between two different locations, The Pentagon and the Suffolk Building in Arlington, VA. DoW/DoD shuttle transportation is available to and from these locations.
2. This job operates in active construction environments and professional office environments.
3. The position requires an eight (8)-hour workday performed between 0700 (7AM) and 1700 (5PM), Monday through Friday. employees are expected to arrive between 0700 (7AM) and 0800 (8AM). Employees cannot depart till after 1600 (4PM); limited flexibility in daily start and end times is available based on project demands
4. The person selected for this position will participate in a rotational weekend schedule to provide QA support to weekend construction operations.

To view ISI Professional Services' Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) statement, please visit: https://www.isiwdc.com/careers/eeo-policy-statement/