Industrial Estimator

Mazzella; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Growth and development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

Mazzella is seeking a Senior Crane Estimator in Westlake, Ohio to develop accurate cost estimates for overhead crane systems. You will analyze specifications, prepare estimates, and coordinate with engineering and project management.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of relevant experience, strong math skills, and proficiency in estimating tools. The position offers a market-competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including paid time off and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of estimating, industrial equipment, or modernization experience.
• Strong math skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with estimating spreadsheets and standard quoting tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze bid specifications, drawings, and RFQs.
• Prepare complete estimates for cranes, hoists, and installation.
• Select crane configurations and determine power requirements.

Skills

Estimating

Communication

Microsoft Office

Mathematics

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Undergraduate degree (preferred)

Tools

Estimating spreadsheets

CAD/eDrawings viewer

Job description

Job Summary

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

Responsibilities

• Analyze bid specifications, drawings, and 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.

Requirements and Experience

• 8+ years of estimating, industrial equipment, or modernization experience.
• Strong math skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with 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 proficiency.

Education

A high school diploma or GED is required; an undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Project Management, Operations Management, or a related discipline is preferred. In the absence of a degree, directly related job experience in an industrial sales role may offset the degree requirement.

Benefits

• Work‑life balance
• Growth and development opportunities
• Market‑competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits including paid time off, health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life, and disability insurance
• Free virtual doctor visits with Teledoc
• Tuition reimbursement program

EEO Statement

EOE/Drug Free Workplace