Estimator

Estimator (Office Setting)Work Location: Bozeman, MTPay range: $57,200 to $96,800 per year

Employment 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 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: This position will be primarily focused in an office setting. Some field work will be included in this position 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

Must be able to work in a team atmosphere to complete assigned responsibilities within the Capital Business process and to enhance the customer experience

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.Locate electric, gas, communication, water, sewer and any other pertinent underground facilities

Obtain permits as needed

Design underground electric and/or gas services and other work as assigned

Provide design estimate using Company process for estimating and create job quotes and contracts for the customer

Take effective steps to ensure that cost estimates meet company standards

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 capital 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, may require overnight stays, and work extended hours including evenings and weekends 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 & EthicsEnsure 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

December 2026 graduates are welcome to apply. Must have diploma by start date

Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record

First Aid/CPR CertificationKnowledge of safety policies/proceduresRequisition #5077Posting Dates: September 16, 2026 through September 29, 2026Department/Division: Distribution Operations - ConstructionEmployment Physical: RequiredDrug Test: RequiredBackground Check: RequiredRelocation Benefit: NegotiableTelecommuting: Part-time within Bozeman 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 job.inquiries@northwestern.com.

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