Utility Project Planner/Sr

Cascade Natural Gas • Bend, OR

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About The Position

Must possess a working knowledge of gas and/or electric utility operations at a level normally acquired through a two-year degree in business, project management or energy related field with strong technical emphasis; and Two years related energy industry experience. Must possess a working knowledge of gas and/or electric utility operations at a level normally acquired through a two-year degree in business, project management or energy related field with strong technical emphasis; and Four years related energy industry experience, with at least one year as a Utility Project Planner; and Successful completion of gas Utility Project Planner training courses. Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage or unauthorized access. May be required to submit to periodic background checks if position requires access to security sensitive business locations and/or systems. Required to maintain a valid driver's license. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks. Must complete one-year gas Utility Project Planner training course. Upon enrollment, the course must be complete within 12 months. Ensures the timely completion of project design and estimating and post construction as-built reviews. Responsible for utility project management, oversight, scheduling and coordination of gas and/or electric construction and maintenance projects, the coordination of construction teams and meeting project deadlines in the most efficient and cost-effective manner within schedule. Proactively builds and maintains relationships with developers and builders and researches local zoning plans, master planning reports, and other resources to identify new developments and opportunities for customer growth. Seeks out and solicits new or conversion load customers within assigned territory. Prepares feasibility studies, negotiates extension contracts and expedites the approval process. Completes executive summaries and contributes subject-matter expertise towards the justification of gas and/or electric distribution and transmission system projects and other construction related activities. Manages the completion of system workflows, locates, right of way, easements, and permit acquisition and required documentation relating to construction and maintenance of projects and equipment, including post project material and quantity verification. Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned. This position exists in several locations and the emphasis of the various job functions will vary from location to location. Application Deadline: January 4, 2026 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Requirements

• Must possess a working knowledge of gas and/or electric utility operations at a level normally acquired through a two-year degree in business, project management or energy related field with strong technical emphasis; and Two years related energy industry experience.
• Must possess a working knowledge of gas and/or electric utility operations at a level normally acquired through a two-year degree in business, project management or energy related field with strong technical emphasis; and Four years related energy industry experience, with at least one year as a Utility Project Planner; and Successful completion of gas Utility Project Planner training courses.
• Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage or unauthorized access.
• May be required to submit to periodic background checks if position requires access to security sensitive business locations and/or systems.
• Required to maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered.
• Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
• Must complete one-year gas Utility Project Planner training course. Upon enrollment, the course must be complete within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the timely completion of project design and estimating and post construction as-built reviews.
• Responsible for utility project management, oversight, scheduling and coordination of gas and/or electric construction and maintenance projects, the coordination of construction teams and meeting project deadlines in the most efficient and cost-effective manner within schedule.
• Proactively builds and maintains relationships with developers and builders and researches local zoning plans, master planning reports, and other resources to identify new developments and opportunities for customer growth.
• Seeks out and solicits new or conversion load customers within assigned territory.
• Prepares feasibility studies, negotiates extension contracts and expedites the approval process.
• Completes executive summaries and contributes subject-matter expertise towards the justification of gas and/or electric distribution and transmission system projects and other construction related activities.
• Manages the completion of system workflows, locates, right of way, easements, and permit acquisition and required documentation relating to construction and maintenance of projects and equipment, including post project material and quantity verification.
• Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees