Estimator - Division 9 Interior Finishes CPT Construction · Oakville, ON · Full-time, on-site · $55,000–$70,000 CAD About CPT Construction CPT Construction is a self-performing Division 9 interior finishes contractor based in Oakville, Ontario. We self-perform the full finishes package - metal framing, drywall, insulation, acoustic ceilings, taping, painting, and flooring - under a single source contract, so GCs and developers can hand us one scope and trust it delivered at scale. Our work is already on the board across hospitality, healthcare and long-term care, institutional, ICI, retail, and multi-residential: Arcavia, Oakwood LTC, Hampton Inn, Comfort Inn, and Hyatt, among others.

We're building the dominant Division 9 platform in the GTA, and our project volume is growing fast.

About the Opportunity Reporting to senior leadership and working alongside estimators and project teams with decades of trade experience, the estimator will support the tender process end to end - producing accurate, competitive estimates for our self-perform finishes scopes. This is a newly created seat to support our continued growth. We're growing fast, and we're hiring someone who wants to grow with us - into a position of leadership.

You'll get real ownership early, learn from veterans, and build the foundation to run estimating as the platform scales.

Key Responsibilities Estimating & Take-Offs

Prepare detailed, accurate estimates for material, labour, and equipment across Division 9 scopes

Perform quantity take-offs for framing, drywall, insulation, ceilings, taping, painting, and flooring

Review drawings, specifications, and tender documents to identify scope, risks, and discrepancies





Attend site visits and incorporate critical project information into estimates Tendering & Pre-Construction

Build and submit competitive, compliant bid packages on time

Complete bid summaries, submission documentation, and status reports

Coordinate with GCs, suppliers, and project teams through the bid cycle

Support pricing strategy and value-engineering opportunities Relationships & Process

Build strong relationships with suppliers and clients to secure competitive pricing

Maintain accurate trade lists and estimating resources

Flag scope gaps and risks early - before they reach the client or cost us margin

Help tighten our estimating process as we scale Skills & Attributes Strong attention to detail - you know a missed line item is a missed margin

Analytical and organized, able to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Clear written and verbal communication

Self-motivated, proactive, and accountable - you chase answers and find a way through problems that stop others

Leadership potential - you want to grow into running the estimating function, and you carry yourself that way Qualifications Estimating or construction experience - interior finishes or Division 9 is a strong asset

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

Comfortable with take-offs and pricing;





experience with estimating software is a plus

Proficiency in Microsoft Office A diploma or degree in construction, engineering, or a related field is an asset but not required - the right drive and trajectory matter more Five Operating Principles Embrace Challenges. Hard scopes, compressed schedules, difficult regulatory environments. When a project presents a problem, we find a way through and execute. No escalation, no delay.

Do It Right. Right materials. Right tradespeople. Right finish. No shortcuts, no excuses, even when no one's watching.

Full Responsibility. Every deadline, outcome, and issue on a CPT scope belongs to CPT. Problems surface early and get resolved before they reach the client.

Win Together. The crew on site and the client awarding the work are working toward the same outcome. Open communication. Consistent follow-through. No surprises.

Safety First. Every person goes home safe. That's the one thing we'll never compromise on. Why Join CPT Join a Division 9 platform scaling quick - with a real path into leadership Learn directly from industry veterans on real, marquee projects

Work a self-perform scope - you see every job through from bid to build A team where your ideas directly influence how we build the estimating function

Competitive compensation, $55,000–$70,000 based on experience, with growth as you take on more How to Apply Send your resume to [email protected] or apply through LinkedIn. We review every application. CPT Construction is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available on request for candidates participating in any phase of the hiring process.

📌 Project Estimator (Oakville)
🏢 CPT Construction
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