Estimator with Path to Commercial Leadership

Stepnell; Rugby; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7% pension contribution

Annual leave increases with service

Health coverage

Job summary

Lawford Bespoke Joinery, a division of Stepnell Group, seeks an ambitious Estimator with a clear path to commercial leadership. You will learn bespoke joinery pricing, collaborate across procurement, QS, and post-contract management, and grow within a well-funded, growth-focused business.

Join a company backed by Stepnell’s extensive resources, with training and mentorship through Investors in People - Gold.

Qualifications

• Background in estimating or commercial roles within bespoke joinery, interior fit-out, or main contracting.
• Ability to read architectural drawings, interpret specs, and work from first principles.
• Strong understanding of supply chains, cost structures, and commercial dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and cost plans from first principles across project values and contracts.
• Develop and execute tender strategies addressing client needs while maximizing value.
• Engage with suppliers, sub-contractors, and delivery teams to secure competitive pricing.
• Maintain risk and opportunity registers for tenders and ensure quality pricing at adjudication.
• Support post-tender handover to project delivery teams and assist in negotiations.
• Collaborate with senior leadership as commercial scope expands to procurement and QS.
• Gain exposure to post-award finances, variations, valuations, budgets, and final accounts.
• benefit from structured mentorship and professional development programs.

Skills

Tendering

Cost Estimation

Bid Strategy

Supply Chain

Risk Management

Client Liaison

Commercial Leadership

Financial Management

Mentorship

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Lawford Bespoke Joinery, a division of Stepnell Group, seeks an ambitious Estimator with a clear path to commercial leadership. You will learn bespoke joinery pricing, collaborate across procurement, QS, and post-contract management, and grow within a well-funded, growth-focused business.

Join a company backed by Stepnell’s extensive resources, with training and mentorship through Investors in People - Gold.