
Construction Estimating Manager
Blazer Industries, Inc.
🚀 Lead the Future of Modular Construction
Founded in 1976, Blazer Industries is a privately held modular construction company specializing in custom-built commercial and residential projects across the entire western region of the US. We build to IBC and IRC standards and pride ourselves on our craftsmanship, agility, and customer service. Modular construction is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the industry, and we believe it's the future.
We are looking for a Construction Estimating Manager to lead our team of estimators and help shape the next generation of modular building solutions. If you’re a strategic thinker with a deep knowledge of construction and a passion for innovation, we’d love to meet you.
🛠️ What You’ll Do:
As Estimating Manager, you’ll oversee and develop a team of 3–4 estimators. You’ll drive process improvements, refine our software tools, and ensure pricing and scopes of work are accurate, thoughtful, and timely. You’ll also work closely with operations and business development to deliver top-tier service to our clients.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Leading, mentoring, and growing the estimating team.
- Vetting and assigning incoming projects.
- Reviewing and refining scopes of work and ROM pricing.
- Evaluating and improving estimating tools and workflows.
- Building strong internal and external relationships.
- Collaborating with business development and operations on project planning.
✅ What We’re Looking For:
- 5+ years of estimating experience in the construction industry plus 7+ years of managerial experience.
- Strong knowledge of construction documents, materials, and methodologies.
- Proven leadership and team development skills.
- Excellent communication and conflict resolution abilities.
- Analytical mindset with sharp problem-solving instincts.
- Passion for learning and innovating within the modular construction space.
- Familiarity with Sage, ProEst, Autodesk Build, Revit, RS Means, and/or similar systems.
🏗️ Where You’ll Work:
This is a full-time, on-site position at our modular construction facility, located just 7 miles east of Salem, Oregon. You’ll be immersed in a collaborative and hands-on environment with access to real-time feedback from production and design teams.
🎁 Perks & Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Affordable and comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
- Company-paid disability, life, and accident insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) from day one.
- 401(k) with company match after one year.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave.
- 6 paid holidays per year.
- 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave via Paid Leave Oregon.
- Opportunities for growth and leadership.
- Be part of a company that values innovation and teamwork.
📩 Apply Today!