Joinery Business Development Estimator

Role:Joinery Business Development Estimator
Department:Joinery
Reportsto:Joinery Operations Manager
Location:Carlisle
Hours:39hrs per week Cubby Construction (part of the Cubby Group) is a trusted name in construction and engineering, delivering high-quality, multi-disciplinary solutions across building & construction, civil engineering, rail, utilities, plant & transport, energy & MEP services, and bespoke joinery. With 14 specialist businesses and 350 employees, we support projects in healthcare, education, leisure, hospitality, commercial, industrial, water, highways, energy, and heritage conservation.

From design through to completion, our in-house expertise ensures we consistently deliver complex projects across the UK. We are looking for an experienced Business Development Estimator to join our Joinery team.
Role Purpose
The Joinery Business Development Estimator will support growth within the joinery division byidentifyingnew opportunities, preparingaccurateproject estimates, and building strong client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Business Growth & Opportunity Development
Identify and pursue new business opportunities within joinery and related construction sectors.

Conduct market research to understand emerging trends, niche markets, and potential growth areas.

Seek opportunities to engage new clients, promote joinery capabilities, and secure future work.
Estimating & Planning
Prepareaccurateand competitive estimates for joinery projects, ensuring all elements—materials, labour, transport, equipment, and production—are fully considered.

Interpret and analyse technical drawings, specifications, and tender documents.

Ensure costings support profitable delivery within programme and budget constraints.
Research & Analysis
Conduct detailed research into materials, suppliers, labour requirements, manufacturing processes, and logistical needs.

Attend site visits to gatheraccurateinformation, including measurements and installation requirements.

Evaluate risks, constraints, and commercial opportunities in each project.
Client & Stakeholder Communication
Develop andmaintainstrong relationships with contractors, clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

Liaise with design, production, project management, and quality teams to ensure alignment on scope, requirements, and project expectations.

Support the preparation of proposals, quotations, and tender submissions.
Internal Collaboration & Reporting
Work closely with joinery workshop teams to assess production feasibility and timelines.

Communicate clearly with internal stakeholdersregardingproject updates, client intelligence, and relevant market insights.

Provide regular updates to the Managing Director on pipeline development and conversion rates.
Skills & Experience
Experience in estimating within the joinery or construction sector.

Strong understanding of bench joinery, workshop processes, and manufacturing techniques.

Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Excellent analytical and research skills with strong attention to detail.

Proven ability to build andmaintainpositive working relationships with clients and project teams.

Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines.
Personal Attributes
Commercially minded with a proactive approach toidentifyingopportunities.

Confident and professional whenrepresentingthe business to clients and partners.

Strong communicator and effective collaborator across technical and commercial teams.

Self-motivated, innovative thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.
Performance Indicators
Number of new business opportunitiesidentifiedper quarter.

Accuracy and competitiveness of estimates prepared.

Conversion rate of quotes, tenders, and proposals.

Revenue generated from secured joinery work.

Quality and timeliness of research, site information, and cost analysis.

Client satisfaction and repeat business levels.

Effectiveness of communication across internal and external stakeholders.
Why Join Cubby Group?

• Be part of a respected, growing organisation with strong community values.

• Work within a supportive, collaborative team environment.

• Opportunity to shape and influence major civil engineering projects.

• Long-term career development opportunities.

• We offer a dynamic and supportive working environment with opportunities for continued professional development.