MEP Inspector/Utility Coordinator

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis is seeking an MEP Inspector/Utility Coordinator to join our team for a significant transportation project in Virginia. In this role, you will provide construction inspection and coordination services for Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) projects involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) systems and utility infrastructure. The position ensures work is performed in compliance with VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, approved plans, utility agreements, permits, and applicable codes and standards. The role also serves as the primary liaison between VDOT, contractors, and utility owners to support safe, timely, and compliant project delivery.

Role accountabilities:

MEP Construction Inspection

• Inspect installation of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems associated with transportation facilities, including pump stations, tunnel systems, buildings, drainage structures, electrical service, lighting, and controls
• Verify installation of conduits, wiring, grounding, panels, generators, HVAC equipment, pumps, piping, valves, meters, and associated appurtenances
• Ensure compliance with VDOT standards, NEC, NESC, applicable building codes, and contract documents
• Monitor materials, workmanship, and installation methods for conformance

Utility Coordination & Oversight

• Coordinate with utility owners (electric, gas, water, sewer, telecommunications, fiber) throughout construction
• Review utility plans, utility agreements, permits, and schedules
• Track utility relocations, adjustments, and protection measures
• Verify compliance with approved utility relocation plans and right-of-way requirements
• Serve as liaison between VDOT residency staff, contractors, and utility companies to resolve conflicts and sequencing issues

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare VDOT-compliant Daily Work Reports (DWRs) using SiteManager / iPM or current VDOT systems
• Track quantities, pay items, utility work progress, and field changes
• Document non-conforming work, utility conflicts, and corrective actions
• Review shop drawings, submittals, and as-built documentation related to MEP and utilities

Coordination & Communication

• Attend preconstruction meetings, utility coordination meetings, and progress meetings
• Communicate schedule impacts, safety concerns, and constructability issues to VDOT staff
• Coordinate MEP and utility work with roadway, structures, and ITS construction activities

Safety & Traffic Control

• Ensure compliance with VDOT Work Area Protection Manual (WAPM) and approved traffic control plans
• Monitor job site safety practices related to MEP and utility operations
• Identify and report hazardous conditions and utility-related safety risks

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in MEP inspection, utility coordination, or construction management on transportation or infrastructure projects
• VDOT project experience strongly preferred
• VDOT MEP or Utility Inspection Certification, or ability to obtain

Key Skills and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, utility accommodation policies, and permit processes
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, utility plans, profiles, and agreements
• Familiarity with MEP systems, utility infrastructure, and coordination practices
• Proficiency with inspection reporting software, spreadsheets, and document control systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• NICET Level II or III in Construction Inspection, Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline preferred

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP,  401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement.  We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $85,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

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