Estimator (Office Setting)

Overview

Estimates and designs utility projects, managing client interactions and field work.

Key Responsibilities

• utility design
• utility locating
• cost estimating
• project management
• permit acquisition
• site visits

Tasks

-Drive to work sites, may require overnight stays, and work extended hours including evenings and weekends as required -Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record -Work in all weather conditions -Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives -Obtain permits as needed -Design underground electric and/or gas services and other work as assigned -Communicates timely and effectively to maintain good working relationships with customers, contractors, engineering firms, and regulators -Represent NorthWestern Energy and interact effectively and responsibly with internal company employees, external contractors, agencies, or other groups -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. -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 -Provide design estimate using Company process for estimating and create job quotes and contracts for the customer -Locate electric, gas, communication, water, sewer and any other pertinent underground facilities -Perform capital forecasting for estimating allocation of man-power hours

Requirements

• technical degree
• construction exp
• high school
• driver's license
• safety knowledge
• first aid

What You Bring

-Must be able to work in a team atmosphere to complete assigned responsibilities within the Capital Business process and to enhance customer experience -Business, technical degrees, or extensive construction background or field experience preferred -High school diploma or equivalent -Valid Drivers License and satisfactory driving record -Knowledge of safety policies/procedures -Must become familiar with the Capital Business process related to Customer requests for new service and relocates and other processes as assigned -Clearly and concisely communicate both written and verbally -All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics -First Aid/CPR Certification

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About Northwestern Energy

-Serving customers across Montana, South Dakota, and Wyoming with reliable electricity and natural gas services. -A regional utility company focused on providing sustainable energy solutions to homes and businesses. -Committed to innovation in energy transmission, distribution, and generation, continually upgrading infrastructure. -Engages in a variety of energy-related projects, from renewable energy development to advanced grid technologies. -Has a long history of investing in the communities it serves and providing energy solutions that power local economies. -Focused on ensuring energy reliability while transitioning towards more sustainable energy sources, including renewables. -Pioneering initiatives in reducing operational costs while maintaining high safety and environmental standards.

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