Estimator

Mazzella; Winston-Salem (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Teledoc

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

At Mazzella, we design and deliver overhead crane systems, hoists, and related equipment. We are seeking a Crane Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for cranes, hoists, electrification, installation labor, and subcontractor scope.

You will analyze bid specifications, drawings, and RFQs, preparing complete estimates and responding to sales requests in real time. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years in estimating or industrial equipment, strong math skills, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of estimating, industrial equipment, or modernization experience.
• Strong math skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to interpret crane GA drawings and structural plans.
• Estimating spreadsheets and standard quoting tools.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Preferred: crane estimating experience; familiarity with OSHA/ASME/CMAA.

Responsibilities

• Analyze bid specifications, drawings, RFQs.
• Prepare complete estimates for cranes, hoists, electrification, controls, and installation.
• Create estimates and respond to sales requests in real time.
• Develop scope notes, clarifications, and exclusions with consistency.
• Select crane configurations (top-running, under-running, single/double girder).
• Determine hoist/trolley type, lift, speed, reeving, and duty cycle.
• Identify appropriate controls, panels, festoon, conductor bar, and power requirements.
• Coordinate with engineering regarding loading, deflection criteria, and runway interface.
• Request and evaluate vendor quotations for hoists, controls, electrification, and auxiliary equipment.
• Level subcontractor installation quotes and validate scope coverage.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, and project management.
• Support project handoffs and ensure clear communication of scope.
• Participate in Lifelong Learning and ongoing improvement of estimating tools and processes.

Skills

Estimating

CAD/viewer

Microsoft Office

Strong communication

Math skills

Interpreting crane GA drawings

Crane estimating experience

OSHA/ASME/CMAA familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Degree in Business/Engineering/PM/related

Tools

CAD/eDrawings viewer

Job description

Brief Description

The Crane Estimator develops accurate and timely cost estimates for overhead crane systems, hoists, runway structures, electrification, installation labor, equipment, subcontractors, and field electrical scope.

Brief Description

The Crane Estimator develops accurate and timely cost estimates for overhead crane systems, hoists, runway structures, electrification, installation labor, equipment, subcontractors, and field electrical scope.

Requirements

Essential Functions / Job Duties

Estimating & Proposal Development

• Analyze bid specifications, drawings, RFQs.
• Prepare complete estimates for cranes, hoists, electrification, controls, and installation.
• Create estimates and respond to sales requests in real time.
• Develop scope notes, clarifications, and exclusions with consistency.

Crane System Technical Responsibilities

• Select crane configurations (top-running, under-running, single/double girder).
• Determine hoist/trolley type, lift, speed, reeving, and duty cycle.
• Identify appropriate controls, panels, festoon, conductor bar, and power requirements.
• Coordinate with engineering regarding loading, deflection criteria, and runway interface.

Vendor & Subcontractor Integration

• Request and evaluate vendor quotations for hoists, controls, electrification, and auxiliary equipment.
• Level subcontractor installation quotes and validate scope coverage.

Internal Coordination & Communication

• Coordinate with engineering, operations, and project management.
• Support project handoffs and ensure clear communication of scope.

Training & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in Lifelong Learning and ongoing improvement of estimating tools and processes.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, Operations Management, or related discipline.

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 3 years of estimating, industrial equipment, or modernization experience.
• Strong math skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Estimating spreadsheets and standard quoting tools.
• Solid communication, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to interpret crane GA drawings, structural plans, and technical documents.
• Preferred: Crane estimating experience and familiarity with OSHA/ASME/CMAA.
• CAD/eDrawings viewer for reviewing drawings

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Remote and/or Office-based.

Travel

• Travel up to 10%.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Background check, drug screen, and E-Verify.

Summary

At Mazzella, we're more than just a company - we're a family. With over 1,000 employees and 30 locations, we lead the industry with humility and dedication to our people. When you join us, you become part of a team-oriented environment where your well-being and growth are our top priorities.

Why Join Mazzella?

• Team-Oriented Environment: Experience the power of collaboration and support from colleagues who genuinely care about your success.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a real balance between your professional and personal life, ensuring fulfillment both at work and at home.
• Growth and Development: Embark on a lifelong learning journey with tailored development opportunities and a clear career path.
• Humble, Hungry, Smart Culture: Embrace our core values of humility, hunger for excellence, and smart decision-making, creating a culture of respect and innovation.
• Market-Competitive Salaries: Receive compensation that recognizes your contributions and reflects our commitment to fair and competitive pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access a wide range of benefits, including paid time off, affordable health insurance, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• Free Virtual Doctor Visits: Take advantage of our Teledoc service for virtual doctor visits with $0 copay, prioritizing your health and convenience.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with our tuition reimbursement program, supporting your continued education and personal growth.

At Mazzella, Our Core Values Drive Everything We Do

• Be Safe - personal commitment to all stakeholder's well-being; purposeful control of risk
• Be a Lifelong Learner - routinely acquire new skills and capabilities that bring value
• Be Humble - lack excessive ego or concerns about status. Emphasize the Team over self
• Be Hungry - always looking for more, self-motivated, and diligent. Do more than to just get by, committed
• Be Smart - common sense about people, good judgement, and intuition around their impact on group dynamics

Join us at Mazzella and experience the difference of working with a company that puts people first. Together, we'll achieve greatness and shape the future of our industry.

EOE/Drug Free Workplace