Energy Safety Lead for Data Center Projects

McGough Construction CO, LLC; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

McGough Construction CO, LLC seeks an experienced Energy Marshal to lead hazardous energy control for national data center projects. You will own LOTO programs, energy isolation boundaries, and energization planning while coordinating with field teams and stakeholders to minimize risk.

The role requires 10+ years in construction management and NFPA 70E/CESCP certification, with strong communication skills and a proven track record in complex energization activities across electrical systems.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in construction management, power distribution installation, energy isolation, and electrical safety.
• NFPA 70E Certification or CESCP required.
• Experience managing energization and LOTO programs.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and safety standards.
• Data Center construction experience preferred; Procore proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead hazardous energy control and enforce LOTO across medium- and low-voltage electrical systems, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and related equipment.
• Define and manage energy isolation boundaries to protect personnel and infrastructure.
• Verify zero-energy states prior to authorizing maintenance, commissioning, or construction activities.
• Review and approve energized work permits in alignment with NFPA 70E and company policy.
• Establish arc flash boundaries, confirm PPE requirements, and ensure safe approach distances are maintained.
• Audit LOTO logs and subcontractor compliance for procedural adherence.
• Energization management and system coordination during switching, shutdowns, startups, and transfers.
• Develop and manage energization permits and control processes.
• Collaborate with Facilities and trade partners to mitigate system risk.
• Participate in commissioning and startup activities for safe turnover.
• Maintain switching logs and energization documentation.

Skills

LOTO

Electrical safety

Energy isolation

Project coordination

Communication

Hazard assessment

NFPA 70E knowledge

Education

NFPA 70E Certification

CESCP

Tools

Procore

MS Office

Job description

McGough Construction CO, LLC seeks an experienced Energy Marshal to lead hazardous energy control for national data center projects. You will own LOTO programs, energy isolation boundaries, and energization planning while coordinating with field teams and stakeholders to minimize risk.

The role requires 10+ years in construction management and NFPA 70E/CESCP certification, with strong communication skills and a proven track record in complex energization activities across electrical systems.