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NorthWestern Energy Electric Transmission Construction Specialist (Butte MT Preferred; other major office locations in Montana may be considered) in Butte, Montana
62900-135200 per year | Butte, MT, USA | Salary | Transmission | Regular Full Time
Electric Transmission Construction Specialist
Work Location : Butte, MT preferred; Other major office locations in Montana may be considered
Pay range : $62,900 to $135,200 per year
Employment Status: Regular Full-time
External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com
Internal candidates apply through iConnect (https://iconnect.nwe.northwesternenergy.com/Employee-Portal/?m) .
About this position:
The Electric Transmission Project Specialist provides construction management and transmission engineering support for electric transmission projects across NorthWestern Energy's service territory.
We offer great benefits:
NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,500 amazing people and serve 775,300 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:
Provide engineering support and construction management support for electric transmission projects
Supervise transmission construction projects and oversee contract and company construction crews
Support transmission design, engineering analysis, drawing interpretations and material acquisition
Compile and write technical reports
Work closely with customers and landowners to respond to their needs
Assess and inspect project right away
Assist in developing project-specific capital budgets
Coordinate projects and liaison with local operations
Travel to jobsite, up to 75% of the year, including overnight stays when necessary
Perform individual lifts and carry supplies up to 35 pounds
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:
Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field OR equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered
Experience in electric distribution or transmission engineering and construction preferred
Possess strong computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication
Experience with PLS-CADD, GIS systems, and survey techniques is desired
Must have good organization skills and the ability to handle multiple conflicting tasks and demands
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
Requisition #4655
Posting Dates: January 15, 2025 through Open Until Filled
Department/Division: Transmission
Employment Physical: Required
Drug Test: Required
Background Check: Required
Relocation Benefit: Negotiable
Telecommuting: None
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 .