Project Manager

Northwestern Energy; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match up to 4%

Healthcare and wellbeing programs

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off + 11 holidays

Volunteer opportunities

Paid parental leave

Paid bereavement leave

Paid training opportunities

Job summary

NorthWestern Energy in Montana is seeking a Project Manager to lead major initiatives within the Project Management Office. This role ensures structured planning and execution of large-scale programs across diverse teams, driving strategic outcomes.

Multiple levels (PM 1–Sr) with increasing ranges offer opportunities for growth. The position includes travel up to 25% and a focus on policy adherence, safety, and collaboration with engineering, operations, and finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related field or equivalent education/experience.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• Experience with project management processes.
• Experience in FERC and company accounting practices desired.
• Strong computer and business software skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management and development of major projects within the Project Management Office.
• Ensure successful planning and execution of large-scale initiatives with cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate with functional areas to plan, budget and execute projects.
• Adhere to the Project Management Policy and maintain project performance.
• Travel up to 25% and work mostly in office with some field exposure.
• Maintain safety standards and ethical conduct across projects.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering / construction management or related field

Tools

PMP certification

Job description

Project Manager

Work Location

Butte or Helena, MT

Pay range

$66,600 to $143,300 per year

Employment Status

Regular Full-time

Project Manager 1 - Starting Range: $66,600 - $100,000

Entry level project management position. Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related field or an equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

Project Manager 2 - Starting Range: $76,400 - $114,600

Mid-level project management position. 2-3+ years of relevant experience managing projects and working knowledge of project management process. PMP certification is preferred. Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related field or an equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

Project Manager 3 - Starting Range: $86,000 - $129,000

Mid-to-senior level project management position. 5-7+ years of experience independently managing projects of moderate complexity and applying project management principles across multidisciplinary teams, within the utility industry. PMP certification is strongly preferred. Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related field or an equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

Project Manager Sr - Starting Range: $95,500 - $143,300

Senior-level project management position. 8-10+ years of experience demonstrating advanced expertise in project management processes, leading complex, high-value, multidisciplinary projects within the utility industry. PMP certification is required. Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related field or an equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

About this position

The Project Manager is responsible for providing project management and development of major projects and other assignments within the Project Management Office. This role ensures successful planning and execution of large-scale initiatives, providing structure, leadership, and coordination across functional teams to achieve strategic objectives and desired outcomes

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 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 reimbursement
• Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
• Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Paid bereavement 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

• Adhere to all requirements of the Project Management Policy
• Ensure project objectives are identified and results meet scope, quality, schedule and cost requirements for identified Programs and Project Portfolios. Effectively communicate and coordinate with other functional areas to plan, budget and successfully execute projects and initiatives within expected outcomes.
• Review and maintain project performance and make corrective actions to maintain project outcome
• Plan, direct and set priorities with project teams to ensure timely task completion
• Most time will be spent in an office environment with some exposure to field environment
• Occasional lifting of materials up to 25 pounds
• Company service territory travel up to 25% and extended hours may be required
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure self and others 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
• A Bachelor's Degree in construction management, engineering, related field OR equivalent years' experience within a related field
• Project Management certification or the ability to obtain certification desired
• Experience in the principles and fundamentals of Project Management desired
• Experience in FERC and company accounting practices desired
• Strong computer and use of business software skills required
• Highly organized and demonstrate good oral and written communication skills
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus (click here to certify at no cost)

Requisition #4997

Department/Division: Planning & Development

Employment Physical: Required

Drug Test: Required

Background Check: Required

Relocation Benefit: Negotiable

Telecommuting: Part-time Negotiable within NorthWestern Energy Service Territory

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].

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