NorthWestern Energy
Commercial Construction Estimator
Great Falls, MT
Full‑time position, open through January 24, 2026.
Responsibilities
Primary office role with 15% field work depending on project.
Familiarize with Capital Business processes for new service requests, relocations, and other assigned tasks.
Communicate timely and effectively with customers, contractors, engineering firms, and regulators.
Work in a team atmosphere to complete responsibilities within the Capital Business process.
Answer customer questions about utility extensions and capital business processes.
Use locates, mapping, and site visits to determine locations of current or upcoming utilities, prospective routes, and critical landscape features such as wetlands, drainage, culverts, and traffic concerns.
Locate electric, gas, communication, water, sewer, and other underground facilities.
Obtain permits as required.
Design underground electric and/or gas services and other work assigned.
Provide design estimates, create job quotes and contracts, and ensure cost estimates meet company standards.
Manage project implementation, coordinating with customers, nearby utility providers, contractors, traffic control firms, and supervising crews on site.
Perform capital forecasting for man‑power hour allocation.
Communicate both written and verbally in a clear and concise manner.
Represent NorthWestern Energy and interact responsibly with employees, contractors, agencies, and other stakeholders.
Drive to work sites, which may require overnight stays, extended hours, evenings, and weekends.
Work in all weather conditions.
Adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics at all times.
Qualifications
Demonstrated good safety record.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Business, technical degrees, or extensive construction background preferred.
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
First Aid/CPR certification.
Knowledge of safety policies and procedures.
Compensation & Benefits $55,600 to $81,000 per year, depending on experience.
Benefits include:
401K with up to 4% company match and a 7% non‑elective contribution.
Health, dental, vision, and dependent care plans.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and flexible spending accounts.
Employee Assistance Program with up to six free counseling sessions per year.
Life insurance with optional spousal and dependent coverage.
Tuition reimbursement.
Performance‑based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.
Volunteer and paid training opportunities.
Paid time off starting on the first day and 11 paid holidays.
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Full‑time position, open through January 24, 2026.
Responsibilities
Primary office role with 15% field work depending on project.
Familiarize with Capital Business processes for new service requests, relocations, and other assigned tasks.
Communicate timely and effectively with customers, contractors, engineering firms, and regulators.
Work in a team atmosphere to complete responsibilities within the Capital Business process.
Answer customer questions about utility extensions and capital business processes.
Use locates, mapping, and site visits to determine locations of current or upcoming utilities, prospective routes, and critical landscape features such as wetlands, drainage, culverts, and traffic concerns.
Locate electric, gas, communication, water, sewer, and other underground facilities.
Obtain permits as required.
Design underground electric and/or gas services and other work assigned.
Provide design estimates, create job quotes and contracts, and ensure cost estimates meet company standards.
Manage project implementation, coordinating with customers, nearby utility providers, contractors, traffic control firms, and supervising crews on site.
Perform capital forecasting for man‑power hour allocation.
Communicate both written and verbally in a clear and concise manner.
Represent NorthWestern Energy and interact responsibly with employees, contractors, agencies, and other stakeholders.
Drive to work sites, which may require overnight stays, extended hours, evenings, and weekends.
Work in all weather conditions.
Adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics at all times.
Qualifications
Demonstrated good safety record.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Business, technical degrees, or extensive construction background preferred.
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
First Aid/CPR certification.
Knowledge of safety policies and procedures.
Compensation & Benefits $55,600 to $81,000 per year, depending on experience.
Benefits include:
401K with up to 4% company match and a 7% non‑elective contribution.
Health, dental, vision, and dependent care plans.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and flexible spending accounts.
Employee Assistance Program with up to six free counseling sessions per year.
Life insurance with optional spousal and dependent coverage.
Tuition reimbursement.
Performance‑based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.
Volunteer and paid training opportunities.
Paid time off starting on the first day and 11 paid holidays.
Apply Apply online at: https://northwesternenergy.applicantpro.com/jobs/3942382
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