Energy Marshal

Clayco; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

Clayco is seeking an Energy Marshal to oversee and manage the energy program on complex construction sites across North America. You will ensure safe, compliant use of all energy sources, support operations, safety, and environmental teams, and lead testing and commissioning efforts.

A strong electrical background is essential, with NEC and NFPA 70E expertise, MV/HV system experience, and 10–15 years in large ME P projects. Travel will be required to project sites nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or 10+ years in electrical trade.
• NEC knowledge and NFPA 70E certification preferred.
• 10–15 years’ experience with MEP systems and hazardous energy management on large projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the energy program to ensure compliant energy use on site.
• Conduct audits, prepare testing documents, and coordinate energization with QC.
• Train teams on energy program requirements and site safety.
• Develop commissioning sequences and testing plans with the Commissioning Manager.
• Manage site LOTO program and report progress to management.

Skills

Electrical background

NEC knowledge

NFPA 70E

MV/HV systems

Safety-sensitive

Site travel

LOTO procedures

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

10+ years’ experience in the Electrical Trade

Job description

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the “art and science of building,” providing fast-track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential building projects.

The Role We Want You For

As an Energy Marshal, you will oversee and manage the energy program, ensuring the safe and efficient use of all energy sources on-site. Your expertise will be critical in maintaining compliance, implementing safety protocols, and supporting operational teams throughout the project. This role requires a very strong electrical background due to the complexity of the systems, testing, and commissioning work involved.

The Specifics of the Role

• Partner with Operations, Safety and Environmental Teams to secure program compliance controlling hazardous energy.
• Ensure appropriate inspection and testing documents are complete prior to energization of equipment and gear on project sites. Coordinate with the QC department.
• Utilize SPS-101 Energy Isolation Guidebook in conjunction with NFPA 70E as the foundation for the site energy program.
• Conduct routine audits to ensure the energy isolation program is being followed and to maintain safe working conditions across the project site.
• Manage routine meetings, participating in High-Risk Activity discussions, to update Project and Operations teams on program issues, risks, and progress.
• Create and manage reports to present updates to management teams.
• Train new and existing team members on energy program requirements to ensure site safety.
• Coordinate with the Commissioning Manager to establish commissioning sequences and testing plans.
• Manage the site Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or 10+ years’ experience in the Electrical Trade.
• NETA Level 3 or Level 4 certification highly preferred, indicating advanced expertise in electrical gear, testing, and system performance.
• 10–15 years of experience with MEP systems, with a heavy emphasis on electrical systems and managing hazardous energy in large, complex construction projects.
• Extensive knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• NFPA 70E Certification.
• Strong experience with MV/HV systems, electrical testing, verification, and commissioning activities.
• Ability to walk the job site, climb ladders, and navigate multi-floor scaffolding.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Strong preference for candidates with deep electrical backgrounds — mechanical knowledge can be learned on the job, but advanced electrical expertise is essential.

Some Things You Should Know

• Our clients and projects are nationwide — travel will be required.
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!
• This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role. Selected candidates will undergo a comprehensive background check and mandatory drug testing.

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis, Los Angeles, Phoenix Business Journals
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1)
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5)
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3)
• Discretionary Annual Bonus based on company and individual performance
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: medical, dental, vision, 401k, generous PTO, paid holidays, EAP, FSA, life insurance, disability, L&D programs, and more

Compensation

The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors including education, qualifications, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are made based on the facts and circumstances of each candidate.