Utility Growth Project Specialist

Bismarck, ND (On-site)

$73K/yr – $92K/yrFull time

Posted 3 months ago

Job Description

Responsible for the analysis and reporting of electric and/or gas extension projects and statistics for MDU Utilities Group. Works with Regulatory Affairs and Business Development to develop and establish policies for the review and analysis of growth extension projects. Assists Field Operations by providing analysis of past growth extension projects when needed. Tracks main extension projects through the life of the review period and provides data to Regulatory Affairs. Responsible for preparing and providing recommendations for all annual extension reviews. Works with Accounts Payable to process customer refunds or billing. Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day-to-day work routine for self and others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess a working knowledge of business practices at a level normally acquired through completion of a four-year degree in accounting, business administration, economics, marketing, or related field or related experience; and
Four years' experience working in accounting, utility service marketing, business administration/analysis, regulatory affairs, or related experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

CPA or professional certification desired.
JD Edwards and utility accounting experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage, or unauthorized access.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
May require travel: Minimal (up to 10%).
Required to maintain a valid driver's license.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads the preparation of growth extension project reviews ensuring that final product includes concise and accurate explanations of variances and changes and appropriate supporting documents.
Designs, completes and maintains spreadsheets and databases necessary for assigned growth extension project reviews.
Assists in the maintenance, enhancement and implementation of the tools used to complete the annual growth extension project reviews.
Tracks the growth extension projects currently in review and provides data regarding the reviews to other departments as requested.
Assists in the preparation of Business Development’s guidance for the annual capital and five-year forecast.
Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Offers typically made between $73,460 - $91,830

Application Deadline: October 29th, 2026 ! 11am CST

Montana-Dakota Utilities Co.

You’re probably familiar with the expression "A light bulb went on," meaning someone just had a good idea. Well that’s what happened – quite literally – on the border between Montana and North Dakota in 1924.Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. was created that year to serve a handful of small farm communities in the area. Since then the company has grown into a large regional energy supplier. During those years of growth, we’ve changed our name a few times, acquired a number of smaller companies and progressed side-by-side with those we serve.Today, we’re a Subsidiary of MDU Resources Group, Inc., a diversified energy company based in Bismarck, N.D. We provide retail natural gas and/or electric service to parts of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming. Our service area covers more than 168,000 square miles (5.5 percent of the continental United States), and we serve about 355,000 customers.Over the years, Montana-Dakota has adopted the slogan "In the Community to Serve," and we believe in those words. Our success as a company is rooted in the growth and prosperity of our communities. We're committed to help meet tomorrow's challenges and opportunities by providing affordable and reliable energy services.

Founded in 1924

Bismarck, North Dakota, USA

374 employees (6 in marketing)

www.montana-dakota.com

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$73K/yr – $92K/yr

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Utility Growth Project Specialist

Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. · Bismarck, ND · On-site