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Job Title: Construction Management - Data Center Energy Marshal 5
Job Location: Atlanta, GA
Job Duration: 11 Months on W2
Job Description :
The Controlling Energy Marshal is a quality assurance/supervisory role that helps ensure the vendors and contractors Energy Isolation and Electrical Safety Programs meets or exceeds company safety policy requirements as stood up by the Authorizing Energy
Marshal.
Executive Summary of Responsibilities and Support of Field Execution
Energy Isolation Management is a significant part of Microsoft s construction and commissioning efforts. To ensure focus and compliance for all aspects and types of energy isolation a Controlling Energy Marshal is required for each campus or project.
This critical role implements learnings, provides consistency, and drives rigor into Microsoft s energy isolation and electrical safety programs. The Controlling Energy Marshal is a MS representative who oversees and assures the Authorizing Energy Marshal (GC) and supplemental vendor support comply with the overall Energy Isolation Program Management on a datacenter construction campus. Practice and set a culture of safety, collaboration, and leadership which supports with any escalation related to the performance of Direct Microsoft Vendors, successful turn over to Operations
Position will require a full time on site presence. This includes start of work day by attending stretch/flex and Daily Activity Briefs.
In addition to the MEP (Mechanical / Electrical / Plumbing) trades Tony Croft will also be responsible for the following trades:
Telecommunications
The Energy Marshal (MEP Construction Manager) is also expected to support the DCD Project Manager with the following:
EHS Responsibilities
Support PSA (Professional Safety Advisor) and Participate in monthly performance reports of Contractors, Trade Partners, and Vendors
Support PSA in any Incident Response and Escalation Support. This includes on call availability and support in the event of an emergency
Participate in Weekly Safety and Incent Review Meetings
Attends daily and weekly High Risk Activity (HRA) / Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Meetings and provides procedure preparation support associated with Energy Isolation
Assist to identify early warning of construction, Mechanical and Electrical risks and issues
Monitor and use reasonable endeavors to manage the General Contractor in line with company health and safety standards
Serves as an independent authority for stopping all unsafe work practices.
Work with Microsoft and GC Safety Representatives to ensure all aspects of electrical safety on site are within the bounds of all Microsoft/NFPA/OSHA regulations
Schedule Responsibilities
Review and Understand Project Schedule and Look-a-head Schedules
Monitor and collaborate with the DCD PM and Construction Manager for MEP related schedule items.
Monitor LLE and MEP and other technical design issues through to completion
Liaise with the Professional Team around time/scope impacts assessments, and validity for change or variation events as it relates to MEP related items.
Participate and collaborate with DCD PM and Construction Manager on identification and execution of recovery against works identified as critical path and potential schedule slippage as it relates to MEP related items. Oversight of critical electrical switching/commissioning milestones.
Quality Responsibilities
The Controlling Energy Marshal is an assurance role that helps ensure the vendors and contractors Energy Isolation Program meets or exceeds any Microsoft safety policy requirements and is stood up by the Authorizing Energy Marshal.
Utilize SPS-101 Energy Isolation SPS and SPS-101 Energy Isolation Guidebook as the baseline and foundation of the Energy Isolation Program that is implemented throughout the campus and project.
Utilize SPS-102 Electrical Safety SPS and SPS-102 Electrical Safety Guidebook as the baseline and foundation of the Electrical Safety Program that is implemented throughout the campus and project.
Establishes and manages an Energy Isolation assurance process and works with site teams to close any gaps identified in assurance audits. Alignment Checklist SPS 101 Energy Isolation is provided as a reference / guideline.
Work with the Authorizing Energy Marshal to establish an Energy Isolation Permit process.
Ensures approval process for proposed Energy Isolation procedures is in place.
Acts as the Microsoft Team's MEP SME and provides technical training to Microsoft personnel as necessary
Review and manage MEP quality related items. i.e. RFI's, Submittals, etc.
Report on General Contractor and vendor adherence to the Commissioning tagging process
Monitor site works and record and report non-conforming work and drive the team for follow up, preventative, and close out actions
Manage the General Contractor in timely preparation of system start up books and Operations and Maintenance Manuals
Manage the General Contractor in the preparation and room handover documentation with input as necessary from the Architect Engineer
Promote a team approach to punch-list development using the tools made available for the project
Inform and monitor the General Contractor s compliance to DC Operations / Security Operations processes during execution of post turn-over works
Manage the General Contractor to undertake regular site Mechanical and Electrical quality audits and witness site tests as may be necessary
Attend Weekly Project Meetings related to MEP trades
Review and Approval of Equipment Commissioning Scripts
Reviews and provides input on Quality and Scope Controls for MEP Trades
Communication of Microsoft TSB (Technical Service Bulletins) to Contractor
Ensures SoWs, MOPs, and Scripts are reviewed, and all sources of energy are identified.
Helps determine if a group or individual LOTO will be required. Establishes, with the Authorizing Energy Marshal, a centralized LOTO with all site entities.
Ensures process is established that verifies qualifications, training, and PPE of personnel performing the work.
Delegates alternates that are qualified to assume role during multi-shift and peak energization time frames.
Liaising MS Operations where energy isolation activities may potentially impact operating datacenter core operations.
Acts in coordination with the Authorizing Energy Marshal as a subject matter expert in all Energy Isolation incident investigations in area of responsibility.
Participate in Weekly Meeting with OFCI Vendors
Cost Responsibilities
Review and collaborate on all MEP cost related items as needed.
Provide supporting information for the DCD PM s input into Payment Application Reports and assist the Cost Manager to present these for approval to Microsoft management and provide feedback of MEP & OFCI Vendor related trades Pay Applications
Support the change management process by liaising with the Client, Professional Team and Contractor in clarifying all necessary scope, justification and technical detail. Input / Review on MEP Change Order / Management Process
Sustainability Responsibilities
Support and collaborate on process development or improvement with other Microsoft team members at a Campus and Regional Level
Deliverables:
Project Start Up
o Ensures the Contractor has an approved Energy Isolation Program Plan (Commencement of Energy Isolation Activities with updates throughout the project)
Communicates and provides guidance on SPS-101 Energy Isolation program documents.
Confirms Authorizing and Performing Roles are in place.
Establishes Acceptance Criteria for Authorizing Authority s site Energy Isolation Plan.
Weekly Deliverables:
o Energy Isolation Assurance - Minimum of (1) Audit and findings to include inspections, issues, deficiencies, and best practices within the Energy Isolation Program
o Minimum of (3) safety observations entered into MSFT platform
o Energy Isolation Reports - Report highlighting the activities and general status of the Energy Isolation Program
o Provides report out of commissioning tagging of equipment.
o Review / Audit adherence to safety and training program
Monthly Deliverables:
o Supports the PSA with the Monthly Trade Partner Report
Requirements of Energy Marshal:
Experience in DC construction and commissioning standards and practices.
Proven ability to interact with teams and implement improvements
Ability to effectively communicate complex technical solutions and concepts to engineers and non-engineers.
Ability to audit and effectively promote safe site practices against written standards as part of assurance role.
Knowledge of construction techniques, terminology, and documentation with strong ability to interpret line drawings and system redundancies to ensure design of LOTO systems is 100% effective and in compliance with MS standards. (Power distribution, mechanical cooling, hydraulic, pneumatic, lighting, grounding, fire alarm, security, fire/life safety, and controls systems)
Familiar with multiple sources of energy and equipment in datacenters, with emphasis placed on electrical. (Paralleling switchgear, redundant UPS systems, DC
battery strings, multi-source electrical utility switchgear, standby diesel generators, automatic/static transfer switches etc.)
OSHA 30 Hour Training
NFPA 70e or NFPA CESCP Certification
Best vs. average Field experience, former electrician
Top 3 Skills:
Experience in DC construction and commissioning standards and practices 15 years
Auditing experience 15 years
Recognize safety hazards 15 years
Job Location: Atlanta, GA
Job Duration: 11 Months on W2
Job Description :
The Controlling Energy Marshal is a quality assurance/supervisory role that helps ensure the vendors and contractors Energy Isolation and Electrical Safety Programs meets or exceeds company safety policy requirements as stood up by the Authorizing Energy
Marshal.
Executive Summary of Responsibilities and Support of Field Execution
Energy Isolation Management is a significant part of Microsoft s construction and commissioning efforts. To ensure focus and compliance for all aspects and types of energy isolation a Controlling Energy Marshal is required for each campus or project.
This critical role implements learnings, provides consistency, and drives rigor into Microsoft s energy isolation and electrical safety programs. The Controlling Energy Marshal is a MS representative who oversees and assures the Authorizing Energy Marshal (GC) and supplemental vendor support comply with the overall Energy Isolation Program Management on a datacenter construction campus. Practice and set a culture of safety, collaboration, and leadership which supports with any escalation related to the performance of Direct Microsoft Vendors, successful turn over to Operations
Position will require a full time on site presence. This includes start of work day by attending stretch/flex and Daily Activity Briefs.
In addition to the MEP (Mechanical / Electrical / Plumbing) trades Tony Croft will also be responsible for the following trades:
Telecommunications
The Energy Marshal (MEP Construction Manager) is also expected to support the DCD Project Manager with the following:
EHS Responsibilities
Support PSA (Professional Safety Advisor) and Participate in monthly performance reports of Contractors, Trade Partners, and Vendors
Support PSA in any Incident Response and Escalation Support. This includes on call availability and support in the event of an emergency
Participate in Weekly Safety and Incent Review Meetings
Attends daily and weekly High Risk Activity (HRA) / Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Meetings and provides procedure preparation support associated with Energy Isolation
Assist to identify early warning of construction, Mechanical and Electrical risks and issues
Monitor and use reasonable endeavors to manage the General Contractor in line with company health and safety standards
Serves as an independent authority for stopping all unsafe work practices.
Work with Microsoft and GC Safety Representatives to ensure all aspects of electrical safety on site are within the bounds of all Microsoft/NFPA/OSHA regulations
Schedule Responsibilities
Review and Understand Project Schedule and Look-a-head Schedules
Monitor and collaborate with the DCD PM and Construction Manager for MEP related schedule items.
Monitor LLE and MEP and other technical design issues through to completion
Liaise with the Professional Team around time/scope impacts assessments, and validity for change or variation events as it relates to MEP related items.
Participate and collaborate with DCD PM and Construction Manager on identification and execution of recovery against works identified as critical path and potential schedule slippage as it relates to MEP related items. Oversight of critical electrical switching/commissioning milestones.
Quality Responsibilities
The Controlling Energy Marshal is an assurance role that helps ensure the vendors and contractors Energy Isolation Program meets or exceeds any Microsoft safety policy requirements and is stood up by the Authorizing Energy Marshal.
Utilize SPS-101 Energy Isolation SPS and SPS-101 Energy Isolation Guidebook as the baseline and foundation of the Energy Isolation Program that is implemented throughout the campus and project.
Utilize SPS-102 Electrical Safety SPS and SPS-102 Electrical Safety Guidebook as the baseline and foundation of the Electrical Safety Program that is implemented throughout the campus and project.
Establishes and manages an Energy Isolation assurance process and works with site teams to close any gaps identified in assurance audits. Alignment Checklist SPS 101 Energy Isolation is provided as a reference / guideline.
Work with the Authorizing Energy Marshal to establish an Energy Isolation Permit process.
Ensures approval process for proposed Energy Isolation procedures is in place.
Acts as the Microsoft Team's MEP SME and provides technical training to Microsoft personnel as necessary
Review and manage MEP quality related items. i.e. RFI's, Submittals, etc.
Report on General Contractor and vendor adherence to the Commissioning tagging process
Monitor site works and record and report non-conforming work and drive the team for follow up, preventative, and close out actions
Manage the General Contractor in timely preparation of system start up books and Operations and Maintenance Manuals
Manage the General Contractor in the preparation and room handover documentation with input as necessary from the Architect Engineer
Promote a team approach to punch-list development using the tools made available for the project
Inform and monitor the General Contractor s compliance to DC Operations / Security Operations processes during execution of post turn-over works
Manage the General Contractor to undertake regular site Mechanical and Electrical quality audits and witness site tests as may be necessary
Attend Weekly Project Meetings related to MEP trades
Review and Approval of Equipment Commissioning Scripts
Reviews and provides input on Quality and Scope Controls for MEP Trades
Communication of Microsoft TSB (Technical Service Bulletins) to Contractor
Ensures SoWs, MOPs, and Scripts are reviewed, and all sources of energy are identified.
Helps determine if a group or individual LOTO will be required. Establishes, with the Authorizing Energy Marshal, a centralized LOTO with all site entities.
Ensures process is established that verifies qualifications, training, and PPE of personnel performing the work.
Delegates alternates that are qualified to assume role during multi-shift and peak energization time frames.
Liaising MS Operations where energy isolation activities may potentially impact operating datacenter core operations.
Acts in coordination with the Authorizing Energy Marshal as a subject matter expert in all Energy Isolation incident investigations in area of responsibility.
Participate in Weekly Meeting with OFCI Vendors
Cost Responsibilities
Review and collaborate on all MEP cost related items as needed.
Provide supporting information for the DCD PM s input into Payment Application Reports and assist the Cost Manager to present these for approval to Microsoft management and provide feedback of MEP & OFCI Vendor related trades Pay Applications
Support the change management process by liaising with the Client, Professional Team and Contractor in clarifying all necessary scope, justification and technical detail. Input / Review on MEP Change Order / Management Process
Sustainability Responsibilities
Support and collaborate on process development or improvement with other Microsoft team members at a Campus and Regional Level
Deliverables:
Project Start Up
o Ensures the Contractor has an approved Energy Isolation Program Plan (Commencement of Energy Isolation Activities with updates throughout the project)
Communicates and provides guidance on SPS-101 Energy Isolation program documents.
Confirms Authorizing and Performing Roles are in place.
Establishes Acceptance Criteria for Authorizing Authority s site Energy Isolation Plan.
Weekly Deliverables:
o Energy Isolation Assurance - Minimum of (1) Audit and findings to include inspections, issues, deficiencies, and best practices within the Energy Isolation Program
o Minimum of (3) safety observations entered into MSFT platform
o Energy Isolation Reports - Report highlighting the activities and general status of the Energy Isolation Program
o Provides report out of commissioning tagging of equipment.
o Review / Audit adherence to safety and training program
Monthly Deliverables:
o Supports the PSA with the Monthly Trade Partner Report
Requirements of Energy Marshal:
Experience in DC construction and commissioning standards and practices.
Proven ability to interact with teams and implement improvements
Ability to effectively communicate complex technical solutions and concepts to engineers and non-engineers.
Ability to audit and effectively promote safe site practices against written standards as part of assurance role.
Knowledge of construction techniques, terminology, and documentation with strong ability to interpret line drawings and system redundancies to ensure design of LOTO systems is 100% effective and in compliance with MS standards. (Power distribution, mechanical cooling, hydraulic, pneumatic, lighting, grounding, fire alarm, security, fire/life safety, and controls systems)
Familiar with multiple sources of energy and equipment in datacenters, with emphasis placed on electrical. (Paralleling switchgear, redundant UPS systems, DC
battery strings, multi-source electrical utility switchgear, standby diesel generators, automatic/static transfer switches etc.)
OSHA 30 Hour Training
NFPA 70e or NFPA CESCP Certification
Best vs. average Field experience, former electrician
Top 3 Skills:
Experience in DC construction and commissioning standards and practices 15 years
Auditing experience 15 years
Recognize safety hazards 15 years
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