Estimator

NorthWestern Energy; Sioux Falls (SD); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match up to 4%

Healthcare and wellbeing programs (dxy

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

Paid time off + 11 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Paid training opportunities

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

NorthWestern Energy is seeking an Estimator to design, estimate, and manage projects for new gas and electric residential and commercial utility installations. The role involves coordinating with customers, engineers, and contractors to deliver accurate quotes and on-site supervision to crews.

The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) with strong safety knowledge and a valid driver's license; some construction background is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Knowledge of safety policies/procedures preferred

Responsibilities

• Design underground electric and/or gas services and other work as assigned
• Provide design estimates using Company processes for estimating and create job quotes and contracts for the customer
• Take effective steps to ensure that cost estimates meet company standards
• Manage the implementation of the project design including coordinating with customers, contractors, and regulators
• Drive to work sites for day trips with occasional overnight stays and possible on-call rotation

Job description

External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com

Internal 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)
• Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
• Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Paid training opportunities
• Paid 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 assigned
• Communicates timely and effectively to maintain good working relationships with customers, contractors, engineering firms, and regulators
• Answer specific questions from customers regarding utility extensions and capital business processes
• Use 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 needed
• Design underground electric and/or gas services and other work as assigned
• Provide design estimates using Company processes for estimating and create job quotes and contracts for the customer
• Take effective steps to ensure that cost estimates meet company standards
• Manage 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 work
• Perform capitol forecasting for estimating allocation of man-power hours
• Clearly and concisely communicate both written and verbally
• Represent NorthWestern Energy and interact effectively and responsibly with internal company employees, external contractors, agencies, or other groups
• Drive 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 required
• Work in all weather conditions
• Perform individual lifts of equipment weighing up to 35 pounds
• The ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:

• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Business, technical degrees, or extensive construction background or field experience preferred
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• Knowledge of safety policies/procedures

Requisition: 4988

Posting Dates: August 5, 2026 through August 16, 2026

Department/Division: Distribution Operations - Construction

Employment Physical: Required

Drug Test: Required

Telecommuting: Part-time within South Division service territory negotiable following the completion of an in office training period

We 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 1-800-245-6977 or at [e-mail]