Energy Safety Lead — LOTO & Electrical Isolation

Yates Construction; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Yates Construction is seeking an Energy Marshal to lead on-site energy safety at a hyperscale data center construction project in Georgia. You will own Lockout/Tagout programs, manage energy isolation, and coordinate with electrical contractors, commissioning teams, and client representatives to keep work safe and compliant.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 4–6 years of energy safety experience, with strong knowledge of OSHA and NFPA 70E.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Energy Management, Construction Management, or related field.
• 4–6 years of direct experience managing energy safety processes, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), on large-scale construction projects.
• Experience on hyperscale data center construction projects preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of high-voltage electrical systems, energy isolation techniques, and regulatory compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and similar standards.

Responsibilities

• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Program Oversight: Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive LOTO programs for the construction site, ensuring all personnel are trained and compliant with safety protocols.
• Energy Isolation Procedures: Oversee the isolation, de-energization, and re-energization of electrical systems to guarantee a safe working environment during both construction and commissioning phases.
• LOTO Permit Issuance: Coordinate, review, and approve LOTO permits, ensuring that all electrical and mechanical systems requiring energy isolation are documented and safely managed throughout the project.
• LOTO Auditing & Verification: Conduct regular audits and inspections to confirm adherence to LOTO procedures and verify that energy isolation steps are correctly followed by all site personnel.
• Safety Leadership: Function as the on-site authority for energy safety practices, enforcing compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, NFPA 70E) as well as project-specific safety requirements.
• Client and GC Reporting: Provide detailed, accurate reports on energy management activities to the General Contractor and client, ensuring all parties are informed of the status and outcomes of electrical operations.
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Perform thorough risk assessments of electrical and mechanical systems, identifying potential hazards associated with energy operations. Develop mitigation strategies to minimize risks.
• Incident Investigation & Reporting: In the event of an electrical safety incident or near miss, lead detailed investigations, prepare formal reports, and implement corrective measures to prevent future occurrences.
• Electrical Systems Safety Reviews: Ensure that all high-voltage electrical systems and equipment are reviewed for safety compliance prior to energization or commissioning, addressing any identified deficiencies immediately.
• Commissioning Phase Energy Management: Collaborate closely with commissioning teams to manage energy systems' integration into the facility, ensuring smooth and safe energization, startup, and testing processes.
• Scheduling & Coordination: Lead the coordination of electrical shutdowns, power-ups, and system transitions between the construction and commissioning phases, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines.
• Electrical Systems Troubleshooting: Serve as the technical expert in diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical system issues that may arise during construction or commissioning, working in tandem with electrical contractors and engineers.
• Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the General Contractor, client representatives, electrical and mechanical subcontractors, and the commissioning team to ensure alignment and transparency in all energy-related activities.
• Daily Briefings & Communication: Conduct regular safety meetings, briefings, and toolbox talks with all site personnel regarding energy isolation procedures, potential hazards, and upcoming work requiring electrical shutdowns or re-energization.
• Comprehensive Documentation: Maintain up-to-date records of all LOTO permits energy isolation processes, safety audits, risk assessments, and corrective actions taken on-site.
• Continuous Process Improvement: Regularly evaluate energy management processes and identify areas for improvement, updating procedures and training protocols as necessary to maintain the highest standards of safety and efficiency.
• Training & Development: Provide ongoing training to site personnel on LOTO procedures, electrical safety practices, and energy isolation techniques. Lead efforts to improve site-wide understanding of energy hazards and preventive measures.

Skills

Energy safety management

LOTO management

Electrical safety

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Energy Management, Construction Management, or a related field

Job description

Yates Construction is seeking an Energy Marshal to lead on-site energy safety at a hyperscale data center construction project in Georgia. You will own Lockout/Tagout programs, manage energy isolation, and coordinate with electrical contractors, commissioning teams, and client representatives to keep work safe and compliant.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 4–6 years of energy safety experience, with strong knowledge of OSHA and NFPA 70E.