HVAC Piping QC Inspector at B&I Contractors in Tampa, FL

Are you looking to join Florida’s fastest growing MEP Contractor?

B&I Contractors, Inc., a proud five-time winner of the Great Place to Work certification, is seeking an experienced and dedicated HVAC Piping QC Inspector to join our dynamic and expanding team.

Why Choose B&I Contractors, Inc.?

• Industry Leader: As Florida’s fastest growing MEP contractor, we specialize in large-scale commercial projects.
• Continuous Development: Benefit from our NCCER-certified in-house and online training that equips you with the skills needed to advance in your career.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy employer-paid health insurance, accrued vacation, and sick time, along with a wellness reimbursement program to support your overall well-being.
• Retirement Benefits: We are a 100% employee-owned company with an ESOP. You can also participate in our 401(k) plan with company match and explore post-tax Roth IRA options to secure your financial future.
• Established Legacy: Join a team of over 1500 employees contributing to our success since 1960, with a proven track record of excellence in mechanical contracting.

POSITION SUMMARY

The HVAC Piping Quality Control Inspector is the trade-specific inspection, verification, and documentation resource for HVAC piping work. The role independently verifies that installations comply with contract documents, approved submittals, manufacturer requirements, applicable codes, and B&I quality standards. The Inspector documents deficiencies, confirms corrective-action closure, supports field coaching, and helps prepare systems for testing, commissioning, and turnover. Field leadership remains accountable for installation quality and correction of deficient work.

QUALITY STRATEGY AND ROLE BOUNDARIES

• QC verifies and coaches. The Inspector evaluates readiness and conformance, documents objective findings, and provides technical guidance.
• Operations owns execution. Superintendents and Foremen direct installation activities and are accountable for correcting identified deficiencies.
• Project Management enables the process. Project Managers support scheduling, access, documentation, and closure of project-level requirements.
• The Regional QC Manager coordinates regional execution, consistency, workload, reporting, and escalation. The HVAC Piping Manager maintains direct trade ownership and technical alignment.
• Dedicated or shared project coverage is assigned based on project risk, complexity, contractual requirements, and workload.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Field Inspection and Verification

• Perform routine, first-work, milestone, pre-concealment, and readiness inspections for HVAC piping systems and equipment connections.
• Verify installation against current drawings, specifications, approved submittals, RFIs/ASIs, coordinated models, manufacturer instructions, and applicable codes.
• Inspect hydronic, condenser-water, refrigerant, equipment piping, supports, valves, specialties, access clearances, identification, insulation readiness, cleanliness, and related trade interfaces.
• Apply required inspection checkpoints and hold points before concealment, insulation, startup, testing, or turnover when acceptance criteria have not been met.
• Coordinate inspection timing with the Superintendent, Foreman, Project Manager, and Regional QC Manager.

ACC Documentation and Corrective Action

• Complete assigned trade-specific QC checklists and inspection records in Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) at the point of work.
• Create deficiencies in ACC with a clear description, exact location, responsible party, due date, supporting photo, and drawing or sheet reference when applicable.
• Track open deficiencies, verify completed corrective actions through reinspection, and close items only after conformance is confirmed.
• Maintain pressure-test, flushing, cleaning, weld/braze inspection, and other required quality records.
• Provide concise status updates on completed inspections, open issues, overdue corrections, recurring failure points, and emerging risks.

Preconstruction, Testing, Commissioning, and Turnover

• Participate in preconstruction QC alignment, constructability, coordination, and project kickoff reviews as assigned.
• Identify high-risk installations, project-specific inspection needs, and required quality checkpoints before work begins.
• Witness or verify required tests in accordance with project requirements and confirm complete, traceable test documentation.
• Support turnover and closeout by confirming required checklists, test reports, and deficiency closure are complete.

Coaching and Continuous Improvement

• Coach Foremen in the field on installation standards, checklist use, recurring failure points, and prevention of rework.
• Communicate recurring issues and lessons learned so standards, checklists, SOPs, and training can be improved.
• Maintain professional working relationships with project teams, customer representatives, inspectors, subcontractors, and commissioning partners.
• Escalate unresolved, repeated, or high-risk quality conditions through the established QC and operational leadership channels.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Five or more years of commercial HVAC piping field experience, including hydronic and mechanical piping systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of installation methods, materials, supports, valves, equipment connections, pressure testing, flushing, cleaning, and system readiness.
• Ability to read and interpret contract drawings, specifications, approved submittals, shop drawings, coordinated models, RFIs/ASIs, and manufacturer instructions.
• Ability to identify nonconforming work, communicate findings clearly, and verify corrective actions without assuming responsibility for directing the installation workforce.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, iPad-based field tools, ACC, and digital photo/document management.
• Ability to travel to assigned project sites and work in active construction environments.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Quality control, Foreman, Superintendent, or field leadership experience.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Relevant trade license, welding inspection credential, brazing qualification knowledge, or manufacturer training.
• Experience with Bluebeam, Procore, commissioning, startup, or turnover documentation.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Technical judgment and attention to detail
• Accountability and objective documentation
• Clear communication and field coaching
• Planning, organization, and follow-through
• Collaboration and customer focus
• Problem solving and continuous improvement

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Assigned inspections and checklists are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Deficiencies are documented with sufficient detail for prompt correction and are verified through closure.
• Required testing and turnover records are complete, traceable, and stored in the approved project system.
• Recurring issues and quality trends are communicated to leadership and converted into preventive action, checklist updates, or training.
• Field teams receive timely, practical coaching that supports consistent execution and reduced rework.

Physical Demands:

This position requires the ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis. The employee must be able to perform tasks involving physical labor, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials, tools, or equipment. Manual material handling must be performed in accordance with OSHA safety standards and company policies to minimize risk of injury.

Esta posición requiere la capacidad de levantar y transportar materiales de hasta 50 libras de manera frecuente. El empleado debe poder realizar tareas que involucren trabajo físico, incluyendo levantar, empujar, jalar y transportar materiales, herramientas o equipo. El manejo manual de materiales debe realizarse de acuerdo con los estándares de seguridad de OSHA y las políticas de la compañía para minimizar el riesgo de lesiones.