Decima International ยท 2 months ago
Energy Marshal (On-site) - Multiple Sites (AZ, NV, CA)
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expDecima International is a professional services company providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. They are seeking an Energy Marshal to ensure electrical safety and energy isolation compliance throughout the construction and commissioning phases of a major hyperscale data center project.
Civil EngineeringConstructionProfessional ServicesProject Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Oversee and assure the implementation of the project's Energy Isolation and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) programs, ensuring compliance with company policies, OSHA, NFPA 70E, and other regulatory standards
Review, coordinate, and approve complex LOTO permits and isolation procedures for construction, commissioning, and operational activities
Serve as the independent authority to stop any unsafe work practices regarding energy isolation
Conduct daily walk-downs of energized and de-energized areas to identify live circuits, exposed conductors, grounding issues, or potential hazards
Conduct regular audits and inspections of energy isolation practices on site
Work closely with the General Contractor (GC), subcontractors, commissioning teams, and client representatives to manage and coordinate all energy-related activities, including electrical shutdowns, power-ups, and re-energization efforts
Participate in High-Risk Activity (HRA) planning meetings related to energy isolation
Establish and manage a centralized LOTO process with all site entities
Lead the investigation of electrical incidents, near-misses, or unsafe conditions; review root cause analyses and approve preventive and corrective actions
Act as a subject matter expert for all energy isolation incident investigations and near-miss reporting
Implement corrective actions to prevent future occurrences
Ensure all necessary documentation, such as Statements of Work (SoWs), Method of Procedures (MOPs), and scripts, are reviewed, and all sources of energy are identified
Oversee the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date records of LOTO permits, electrical safety inspections, and incident documentation
Provide ongoing training and guidance to site personnel on LOTO procedures and electrical safety practices
Verify the qualifications, training, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) of personnel performing energized work
Ensure all electrical commissioning and site operations comply with local, state, federal, and international electrical safety regulations and company standards
Oversee and verify the issuance, application, and removal of LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) permits to guarantee safe isolation of electrical systems before work proceeds
Manage and audit the execution of LOTO procedures to ensure full compliance with OSHA standards and internal safety requirements
Review and update electrical safety policies, isolation procedures, and standards regularly to ensure ongoing compliance and operational effectiveness
Collaborate with commissioning engineers, contractors, and site safety officers to integrate electrical safety protocols into overall project execution and scheduling
Lead and coordinate the delivery of toolbox talks, training sessions, and awareness programs on electrical safety, LOTO, and rescue techniques
Manage and track compliance with required electrical safety certifications, permits, and isolation documentation
Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients and contractors, ensuring effective communication with both technical and management-level stakeholders
Prepare and present safety performance updates, inspection findings, and strategic recommendations to senior management and project leadership
Support initiatives related to electrical safety innovation, risk reduction, and continuous improvement across all project sites
Perform other related duties as required and assigned
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in electrical safety and hazardous energy control within large-scale industrial or hyperscale data center construction projects
Expertise in electrical safety standards, including NFPA 70E, and federal regulations like OSHA 1910.147 for LOTO
NFPA 70E certification or OSHA 1910.147 for LOTO certification
Proven experience implementing and managing LOTO programs in complex construction and commissioning environments
Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and mitigate electrical hazards during equipment energization and system turnover
Experience in coordinating electrical isolation procedures across multidisciplinary teams
Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline
NFPA 70E CESCP certification
NFPA 70E Trainer certification
Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
Accredited electrician certification or supervisory-level Safety Officer certification
Prior experience in data center commissioning, high-voltage environments, or mission-critical facility operations
Benefits
Paid time off
Performance-based bonuses
Excellent medical, vision and dental insurance for our employees
Company
Decima International
Decima International offers construction project management and controls services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Alaaeldin El Hadary
Co-Founder & CEO
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