Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

EstimatorWork Location: Mitchell or Yankton, SDPay range: $57,200 to $100,000 per yearEmployment Status: Regular Full-timeExternal candidates apply at northwesternenergy.comInternal candidates apply through iConnect. About this position:The Estimator is responsible for designing, estimating, and being the project manager for new gas and electric residential and commercial utility installations.We offer great benefits: NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)Tuition reimbursementCompetitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities Paid parental leavePaid bereavement leavePaid training opportunitiesPaid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement. About this job: Must become familiar with the Capital Business process related to Customer requests for new service and relocates and other processes as assignedCommunicates timely and effectively to maintain good working relationships with customers, contractors, engineering firms, and regulatorsAnswer specific questions from customers regarding utility extensions and capital business processesUse locates, mapping, and site visits to establish location of current or nearby utilities, prospective utility routes, and location of critical landscape features such as wetlands, drainage/culverts, traffic concerns, etc.Obtain permits as neededDesign underground electric and/or gas services and other work as assignedProvide design estimates using Company processes for estimating and create job quotes and contracts for the customerTake effective steps to ensure that cost estimates meet company standardsManage the implementation of the project design including working with the customers, coordinating with other nearby utility providers, with contractors to ensure site is prepared to grade, with firms providing traffic control, and providing onsite orientation and supervision to crews and contractors carrying out the workPerform capitol forecasting for estimating allocation of man-power hoursClearly and concisely communicate both written and verballyRepresent NorthWestern Energy and interact effectively and responsibly with internal company employees, external contractors, agencies, or other groupsDrive to work sites, mostly day trips with an occasional overnight stay, and work extended hours including evenings, weekends and an on-call rotation schedule as requiredWork in all weather conditionsPerform individual lifts of equipment weighing up to 35 poundsThe ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirementsAll NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & EthicsEnsure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectivesAm I right for this job? Here's the success profile: Demonstrate and maintain a good safety recordHigh school diploma or equivalentBusiness, technical degrees, or extensive construction background or field experience preferredValid Driver's License and satisfactory driving recordFirst Aid/CPR CertificationKnowledge of safety policies/proceduresRequisition: 4988Posting Dates: August 5, 2026 through August 16, 2026Department/Division: Distribution Operations - ConstructionEmployment Physical: RequiredDrug Test: RequiredBackground Check: RequiredRelocation Benefit: NegotiableTelecommuting: Part-time within South Division service territory negotiable following the completion of an in office training periodWe are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com or at View email address on ziprecruiter.com.