Energy Marshall (On-site) - Phoenix, Arizona

Decima International is a professional services company, providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. Our mission is to become the premier professional services provider across all industry sectors we are engaged in. To accomplish this, Decima International’s founders established a simple yet powerful formula:

Approach each client engagement as a partnership, create an environment that attracts the most talented professionals and allows them to flourish, and regulate growth to maintain excellence in our service standards.

If you are interested in a long and rewarding career working with high-profile clients on some of the most challenging projects in the world, then Decima is where you belong. At Decima, you will be able to explore incredible growth and professional development opportunities.

We are looking for a driven and capable Energy Marshall to support us with the development and commissioning of a major hyperscale data center project for one of the top technology clients in the world. This is a client-facing role that requires strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, the ability to self-direct, client representation, and an emphasis on rigorous electrical safety management within complex construction environment. A strong background in electrical systems, data center commissioning, and energy safety protocols is required.

You will play an integral role in ensuring electrical safety and energy isolation compliance throughout the construction and commissioning phases of the project. You will have a critical role in identifying electrical hazards, managing Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and ensuring adherence to national and international electrical safety regulations. You will work collaboratively with commissioning teams, construction professionals, and safety specialists to establish safe work practices, verify proper equipment isolation, and maintain the highest standards of compliance and performance.

We are looking to bring in dedicated individuals with a passion for innovation and a talent for precision and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment. We will help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what inspires you so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Energy Isolation & Safety Management:

• 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.

Coordination & Collaboration:

• 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.

Incident Response:

• 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.

Documentation & Training:

• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

• 12+ years of experience in construction and commissioning with a strong focus on electrical systems and safety and hazardous energy control within large-scale industrial or hyperscale data center construction projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline.
• Expertise in electrical safety standards, including NFPA 70E, and federal regulations like OSHA standards (e.g., 1910.147 for LOTO).
• 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 Qualifications:

• Certified Energy Manager (CEM).
• NFPA 70E training.
• Accredited electrician certification or supervisory-level Safety Officer certification.
• Prior experience in data center commissioning, high-voltage environments, or mission-critical facility operations.
• Additional safety certifications, such as NFPA 70E Trainer, CHST, or CSP are advantageous.

POSITION DETAILS

• Location (On-site): Phoenix, Arizona
• Position: Energy Marshall
• Position Classification: Salary-based full-time hours
• Current US work permit required. This position does not offer sponsorship for employment (e.g., H-1B visa sponsorship or transfer not offered).

PRODUCTIVITY TOOLS:

• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft 365