Energy Marshal

Bluewater Energy, Inc.; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 96,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluewater Consulting Services (BCS) in Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a contract Energy Marshal for a large-scale data center project. The role focuses on electrical energy control, safety compliance, and NFPA 70E adherence on site, reporting to site leadership.

On-site work required with immediate mobilization. The ideal candidate has hands-on electrical safety experience in construction/commissioning, NFPA 70E training, and ability to manage energy control programs while coordinating with

Responsibilities

• Serve as the site’s primary Energy Marshal, owning energy control program execution and LOTO compliance
• Develop, implement, and audit site‑specific lockout/tagout procedures in NFPA 70E/OSHA 29 CFR 1910.333
• Conduct arc flash hazard assessments and ensure workers wear appropriate PPE
• Coordinate energization/de-energization sequences with subcontractors and site management
• Maintain and track energy control permits, isolation logs, and related docs daily
• Train craft workers and subcontractor personnel on energy control procedures and standards
• Interface with client safety reps and construction management to ensure safety alignment
• Perform field walkdowns to verify isolation integrity and stop work when deficient
• Investigate energy‑related near misses or incidents and participate in root cause analysis

Job description

Division: Bluewater Consulting Services (BCS)

Job Title: Energy Marshal (1)

Location: Kings Mountain, NC

Start Date: ASAP, candidates expected to be on-site within 2 weeks

Duration: Initial 90-day assignment, with potential extension to approximately 6 months

COMPENSATION & LOGISTICS

Pay Rate: $70/hr straight time | $105.00/hr OT (anything in excess of 40 per week)

Per Diem: $170/day seven days a week regardless of work schedule.

Mobilization: Miles at the government rate, meals (up to the GSA rate, receipts not required), travel time at the ST rate, and any lodging expensed back according to receipts.

Home Leave: Home leave is provided once a month; travel expenses (mileage or flight) reimbursed.

Estimated Hours: Schedule is client-directed and will fluctuate week to week.

SCREENING & COMPLIANCE

Drug Screening: Required

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States

Special Safety Req.: NFPA 70E training required

Project Overview

The Client is seeking a contract Energy Marshal to support active electrical construction and commissioning operations at a large-scale data center construction project. The project is approximately five months underway and moving toward energization, and this individual will serve as the primary point of accountability for electrical energy control, safety compliance, and LOTO/NFPA 70E adherence across the site, working under the direction of the Client’s site leadership. The role requires a hands‑on electrical safety professional with energy control program experience in active construction and commissioning environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the site’s primary Energy Marshal, owning energy control program execution and LOTO compliance


• Develop, implement, and audit site‑specific lockout/tagout procedures in compliance with NFPA 70E and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.333


• Conduct arc flash hazard assessments and ensure all workers in electrical proximity wear appropriate PPE


• Coordinate energization and de‑energization sequences with electrical subcontractors, the commissioning team, and the Client’s site management


• Maintain and track all energy control permits, isolation logs, and related documentation on a daily basis


• Train craft workers and subcontractor personnel on site‑specific energy control procedures and applicable electrical safety standards


• Interface directly with client safety representatives and construction management to ensure alignment with project safety requirements


• Perform field walkdowns to verify isolation integrity and procedure compliance; stop work where deficiencies exist


• Investigate and document energy‑related near misses or incidents; participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation


• Comply with all site safety programs, OSHA requirements, and Client safety protocols

Ideal Candidate Profile

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Energy Marshal, Electrical Safety Coordinator, or equivalent role on industrial or commercial construction projects


• Current NFPA 70E training; deep knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.333/1926.416 and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, with demonstrated ability to develop and audit site energy control programs


• Experience with high‑voltage systems, arc flash hazard analysis, and electrical PPE requirements in active construction and commissioning environments


• Strong communication and training skills; able to work effectively with craft personnel, subcontractors, and client safety representatives simultaneously


• Prior experience as an energy marshal on a data center or mission‑critical project strongly preferred; must be able to mobilize quickly