Assistant Equipment Manager - Cranes
Assistant Equipment Solutions Manager – Cranes SUMMARY Mortenson is hiring an Assistant Equipment Solutions Manager-Cranes . This role supports Mortenson’s crane program by helping manage the crane fleet as a category-managed internal rental business: forecasting demand, supporting fleet and capital plans, coordinating deployment, and ensuring strong cost, utilization, and service outcomes across the portfolio. You’ll partner with other Equipment Solutions Managers, project teams, crane operations stakeholders, and external vendors to connect the dots between jobsite execution and business performance—making sure we have the right lifting capacity, at the right time, at the right total cost. Location: Minneapolis, MN (On-site 5 days/week) RESPONSIBILITIES Fleet/category strategy & financial management (core of the role) Support the crane category as an internal rental/fleet business: connect project demand signals to fleet positioning, pricing, and lifecycle planning. Lead and/or support financial forecasting and budgeting for crane utilization, revenue recovery, maintenance/repair spend, and logistics/transfer costs; support monthly/quarterly review cadence and variance narratives. Build and maintain demand forecasts (near-term scheduling longer-range pipeline), identifying risk periods (peaks, gaps, and regional constraints) and recommending mitigation (moves, vendor coverage, timing adjustments). Support business case development for fleet additions/replacements (capital planning, utilization assumptions, lifecycle and total-cost framing), including post-deployment learning loops to improve future investment decisions. Contribute to rate strategy and internal cost recovery alignment, balancing competitiveness for project teams with sustainability of fleet ownership. Deployment, logistics, and vendor management Equipment planning and scheduling with internal project teams, Equipment Solutions teammates, and third-party vendors (including supplemental crane providers when needed). Coordinate crane logistics planning (mobilization/demobilization, transportation alignment, and schedule risk mitigation). Support vendor relations and sourcing efforts for key crane-related services (rental partners, hauling, specialty support, OEM/dealer service channels). Help ensure fleet readiness through coordination with maintenance/service planning stakeholders and reliable tracking of inspections, service intervals, and equipment condition fundamentals. Systems, analytics, and process improvement Support rental software contract management and high-quality data (asset records, utilization/billing accuracy, move history, service tracking). Create and maintain reporting tools/dashboards that translate fleet activity into business insights (utilization, cost drivers, forecast accuracy, and vendor performance). Lead department initiatives for standard work, playbooks, training, and continuous improvement (with a bias toward safety, clarity, and repeatability). People leadership Help manage and develop non-craft team members; support coaching, training, and team performance within the crane program. Support innovation by encouraging new process development and data-driven decision-making. QUALIFICATIONS Required: Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of experience in construction, equipment rental, and/or project management experience or 8 years of equivalent professional trade experience Experience with budget planning and financial oversight. Familiarity with basic maintenance/service schedules. Effective verbal and written communication; ability to multitask and prioritize based on workload. Strong organizational, customer service, and computer skills (Excel emphasis). Valid U.S. Driver’s License with clean driving record Ability to travel up to 15% Preferred: Experience supporting crane or heavy construction equipment programs (owned fleet and/or third-party rental coverage) Strong analytical capability (forecasting, cost drivers, utilization and performance reporting); advanced Excel skills Experience coordinating equipment logistics (mobilization/demobilization planning, moves, and vendor coverage) in a schedule-driven environment Experience in vendor management and commercial conversations tied to availability, cost, and service outcomes (including negotiation support and business reviews) Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive standard work/continuous improvement across multiple teams Experience leading, mentoring, or developing team members (team size may vary). The base pay range for this role is $98,800 - $133,300. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. A few benefits offered include: (for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25 hours / week) Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage Dental plan 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources Tuition reimbursement Adoption Assistance Gym Membership Discount Program LI-JY1 Please make note: Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days. ABOUT MORTENSON As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact. Let’s Redefine Possible® Equal Employment Opportunity Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. Other Items to Note Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
