Manager of Sub-Contracted Cranes

Description

• Monitor production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of crane components in accordance with project timelines.
• Coordinate Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) inspections and documentation review.
• Work closely with design engineering to communicate technical requirements and ensure manufacturability in accordance with CMAA structural, mechanical, and electrical specifications.
• Support Customers through working directly with Project Management team to maintain customer delivery schedule.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and participating in professional societies.
• Communicating with associates, suppliers, and customers
• Monitor financial performance and implement strategies to control costs, reduce inefficiencies, and optimize spending.
• Support procurement in developing RFQs, evaluating bids, negotiating contracts, and managing budgets.
• Conduct regular site visits and audits to evaluate vendor capacity, capability, and compliance.
• Provide technical guidance to subcontractors regarding crane design, load calculations, structural components, and fabrication requirements.
• Track and control costs associated with subcontracted work.
• Ensure timely and accurate flow of drawings, specifications, and revisions.
• Review and validate invoices, change orders, and claims.
• Prepare financial forecasts, variance reports, and cost–benefit analyses to support organizational decision-making.
• Implement corrective and preventive action plans when non-conformance issues are identified.
• Develop and manage the crane operations budget, including subcontractor costs, installation costs, equipment rentals, and other related expenses.
• Identify, qualify, and manage subcontracted manufacturing partners for crane components and assemblies.
• Establish clear expectations around scope, deliverables, timelines, and performance metrics aligned with CMAA, ASME, OSHA and applicable ISO Standard crane classifications and requirements.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of CMAA, UL, NEC/NFPA, CE and OSHA standards and specifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction Management, or related field (preferred).
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Able to trouble shoot and identify problems, root causes, alternative solutions and components
• 5–10 years of experience in heavy equipment manufacturing, crane fabrication, structural steel, or a similar industry.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Proficient in MS Office products
• Knowledgeable of sensory technologies Laser, Radar, LIDAR, Ultrasonic, Scanners, Vision, etc.
• A Certified PE license is a plus.
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check, drug screen and E-verify
• Experience managing subcontractors or external manufacturing suppliers.
• Strong knowledge of crane design, fabrication processes, welding, machining, and structural assembly.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and contract administration skills.
• Prior experience working with or applying CMAA crane standards (e.g., CMAA 70, CMAA 74, CMAA 78) is strongly preferred

Benefits

• Growth and Development Opportunities including a Lifelong Learning Career Path
• Free Virtual Doctor visits with $0 copay (Teledoc)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Market Competitive Salaries
• A real Work life/ Home life balance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance