Project Manager

Mazzella; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Free Teledoc visits

Paid time off

Job summary

At Mazzella, project managers lead high-impact crane system builds from concept to installation in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You will work with the Director of Crane Project Management and a cross-functional team across sales, estimating, and production.

The role emphasizes balancing timelines, budgets, people, and precision to deliver customer-focused crane solutions and drive continuous improvement across the organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Project Management, Operations Management or related discipline preferred or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of project management or engineered customer projects experience required.
• Ability to influence and lead teams without formal authority.
• Team player capable of influencing others to achieve consensus.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and planning skills.
• Excellent math and PC literacy; MS Office; MS Project preferred.
• Detail oriented, self-motivated, disciplined with ability to multitask.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding deadlines.
• Must pass criminal background check, drug screen and E-verify.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and communicate projects from inception through completion.
• Implement MMS: KPIs, CARs, Supplier Performance, Kaizen projects, training, and support.
• Define budgets and timelines in collaboration with production and sales.
• Manage project scope, specifications, and schedule changes.
• Lead cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, quality, and contractors.
• Document and execute scope changes and root-cause analysis.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and organization of work areas.
• Pursue continuous improvement and learning opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Planning skills

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/PM or related

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

Brief Description

Ready to take on projects that move industry? As a Project Manager with our Cranes Division, you’ll lead high-impact, custom crane system builds from the first handshake to final installation. You’ll work alongside the Director of Crane Project Management and a cross-functional team of sales, estimating, and production experts who share your drive for excellence.

Brief Description

Ready to take on projects that move industry? As a Project Manager with our Cranes Division, you’ll lead high-impact, custom crane system builds from the first handshake to final installation. You’ll work alongside the Director of Crane Project Management and a cross-functional team of sales, estimating, and production experts who share your drive for excellence. If you love seeing a plan come to life- balancing timelines, budgets, people, and precision- this is your chance to make an immediate impact while shaping the future of our crane business.

Requirements

Job Duties:

• Project planning, execution, and communication from inception through completion
• Implement key processes from the Mazzella Management System (MMS): KPIs, CARs, Supplier Performance, Kaizen projects, training, and support
• Direct, plan, and establish project budgets and implementation timeliness that support business goals in collaboration with production and sales
• Manage all project scope, specs and schedule changes
• Manage all project activities in accordance with the schedule and take responsibility for overall execution of work
• Document and execute all changes in scope of project
• Track and analyze technical problems to identify patterns/trends and determine cost effective ways to eliminate root causes
• Live a continuous improvement culture/mindset with respect to project delivery and leadership demonstrated through the utilization of performance metrics and defined performance improvement plans
• Ability to lead and direct cross-functional teams to include engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, quality, and outside contractors
• Maintain work area, equipment, and tools in a clean and organized manner; follow all Safety Guidelines
• Committing to Lifelong Learning by completing all assigned learning and seeking opportunities to improve self
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• A high school diploma or GED is required; an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university with a focus in Business Administration, Engineering, Project Management, Operations Management or related discipline; in the absence of a degree, directly related job experience serving in a project management role, where a number of years and proven knowledge may offset the degree requirement

Experience & Skills

• At least 3 years of project management or engineered customer projects, or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• Ability to manage teams through influence rather than absolute authority
• Must be a team player and able to work effectively at all levels of an organization with the ability to influence others to move toward consensus
• Strong situational analysis and decision-making abilities; strong analytical, conceptual, and planning skills are required
• Excellent math skills and overall PC literacy (Microsoft Office) are required; Microsoft Project preferred
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, and disciplined with the ability to handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the demonstrable ability to communicate appropriately both internally and externally
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding deadlines
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check, drug screen and E-verify

Summary

At Mazzella, we're more than just a company - we're a family. With over 1300 employees and 60 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