Senior Estimator; Cranes

• Location 870 Canterbury Rd,Westlake, OH, 44145,United States
• Employee Type Exempt - FT
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 10%
• Manage Others No

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.

• 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.

• 8+ 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.

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 in a related discipline is preferred. In the absence of a degree, directly related job experience serving in an industrial sales role, where a number of years and proven knowledge may offset the degree requirement.