Energy Marshal

About the role

The Construction Energy Marshal (CEM) is the on-site authority responsible for planning, coordinating, controlling, and documenting all energy isolation and energization activities on data center construction projects. This role ensures safe execution of high-voltage electrical systems, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, mechanical plants, and controls infrastructure in environments where energized systems may impact live operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce the Project Energy Control Plan specific to data center infrastructure.
• Manage LOTO for: Medium voltage gear (5kV–35kV), Switchgear and switchboards, UPS systems and battery strings, Generators and paralleling gear, CRAC/CRAH units and mechanical plants.
• Verify zero-energy state prior to work execution.
• Maintain detailed switching logs and isolation tracking.
• Lead energization sequencing for: Utility tie-ins, Generator startup, UPS static bypass transitions, A/B system commissioning, Mechanical Equipment.
• Coordinate with utility providers and owner operations teams.
• Ensure no unplanned impact to existing live data halls.
• Review and approve Method of Procedure (MOP) and Energized Work Permits.
• Partner with Commissioning Authority to validate energization boundaries.
• Confirm proper labeling and arc flash studies are in place prior to energization.
• Manage transition from temporary power to permanent power.
• Oversee black building tests and integrated systems testing (IST).
• Validate redundancy integrity (N, N+1, 2N systems).
• Conduct daily field audits of LOTO compliance.
• Enforce NFPA 70E arc flash and PPE requirements.
• Stop work authority for unsafe energy conditions.
• Lead energy hazard pre-task planning discussions.
• Monitor battery safety, fuel systems, and stored energy risks.
• Maintain master energization matrix.
• Track real-time status of energized systems.
• Maintain red-line one-line diagrams.
• Issue daily energy status reports to project leadership and client.
• Assist in documenting all energy-related incidents or near misses.

Requirements

• Mission-critical mindset and attention to detail.
• Strong coordination across multiple MEP disciplines.
• Calm, decisive leadership during high-risk testing events.
• Excellent communication with owners, engineers, and commissioning teams.
• Ability to manage fast-paced schedules and phased turnovers.
• High school diploma or equivalent (technical or trade background strongly preferred).
• 8+ years of construction supervision experience in mission-critical or data center environments.
• Extensive experience with electrical and mechanical commissioning of critical systems.
• Strong understanding of redundancy concepts, system interdependencies, and sequencing.
• Demonstrated leadership in safety-critical environments.
• Direct experience delivering Tier III or Tier IV data centers.
• Familiarity with and data center commissioning best practices.
• OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, or equivalent safety certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical or trade background strongly preferred).
• 8+ years of construction supervision experience in mission-critical or data center environments.
• Extensive experience with electrical and mechanical commissioning of critical systems.
• Strong understanding of redundancy concepts, system interdependencies, and sequencing.
• Demonstrated leadership in safety-critical environments.
• Direct experience delivering Tier III or Tier IV data centers.
• Familiarity with and data center commissioning best practices.
• OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, or equivalent safety certifications.

Skills

• Mission-critical mindset and attention to detail.
• Strong coordination across multiple MEP disciplines.
• Calm, decisive leadership during high-risk testing events.
• Excellent communication with owners, engineers, and commissioning teams.
• Ability to manage fast-paced schedules and phased turnovers.
• High school diploma or equivalent (technical or trade background strongly preferred).
• 8+ years of construction supervision experience in mission-critical or data center environments.
• Extensive experience with electrical and mechanical commissioning of critical systems.
• Strong understanding of redundancy concepts, system interdependencies, and sequencing.
• Demonstrated leadership in safety-critical environments.
• Direct experience delivering Tier III or Tier IV data centers.
• Familiarity with and data center commissioning best practices.
• OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, or equivalent safety certifications.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits.
• Retail and Savings Benefits.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Life Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Retirement and Savings Benefits.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs.
• Parenting Benefits.
• Employee Discount Programs.
• Pet insurance.

Pay

Competitive Salary.

Schedule

Fast-paced, varied schedule.

Disclaimer

Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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