Full-Time
Construction & Estimating Manager Division 5 Miscellaneous Metals
Updated on 5/12/2026
Pen Manufacturing
1-10 employees
Outsourced metal fabrication and machining
Compensation Overview
$70k - $130k/yr
Anaheim, CA, USA
Remote
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- Five to ten plus years in Division 5 metals, structural steel, or construction related industry.
- Experience in fabrication environments preferred.
- Strong understanding of construction drawings and bid processes.
- Comfortable working closely with estimating teams.
- Ability to manage multiple bids and priorities.
- Build and manage relationships with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and municipal clients.
- Identify and pursue Division 5 opportunities across infrastructure and commercial construction markets.
- Partner with internal estimating and engineering teams to develop accurate, competitive proposals.
- Help define pricing strategy and drive margin performance.
- Conduct site visits, review project requirements, and stay close to field execution.
- Support smooth handoff to operations after project award.
- Track pipeline activity, bid hit rates, and overall performance metrics.
- This role supports overall sales leadership and works closely to drive construction revenue growth.
- Installation and bonding experience is a plus but not required.
Pen Manufacturing focuses on outsourced manufacturing services for other companies. Its offerings include metal fabrication, welding, machine shop work, and design services, with core competencies in precision CNC machining, manual machining, structural steel projects, welding and metal fabrication, and machine building. The company operates by turning client ideas into finished parts and assemblies through a workflow-managed process that combines design, machining, welding, and fabrication performed by a team of skilled craftsmen. What sets it apart is its long track record since 1982, a global project footprint, a tightly knit, experienced workforce, and the ability to manage complex projects from concept through production with dedicated front-office workflow coordination. The company’s goal is to meet or exceed customer expectations by delivering reliable, end-to-end manufacturing solutions that can be scaled to serve clients worldwide.
Company Size
1-10
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Anaheim, California
Founded
1982
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Sustainable pens demand rises with 2020 recycled material initiatives boosting margins.
- Personalized pens grow via e-commerce, reaching US$20.54B market by 2030.
- Luxury segment expands to US$4.4B by 2030, enabling premium pricing shifts.
What critics are saying
- Chinese manufacturers like TTXPEN undercut prices, eroding 70-90% margins in 3-6 months.
- Digital styluses from Livescribe cause 40% demand drop within 12-24 months.
- Uni-ball's Sarasa ink steals gel market share in 6-12 months.
What makes Pen Manufacturing unique
- Pen Manufacturing targets mass-produced pens unlike artisanal makers like Edison Pen Co.
- Focuses on cost-effective ballpoints competing with premium heritage brands like Conklin.
- Emphasizes wholesale partnerships similar to TTXPEN's diverse product lines.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Hours