Top 60 Chief Jobs in Crystal Lake, Il

Chief Estimator
Preferred Electric —Bloomingdale, IL
- $140,000 - $210,000 a year
- Email
- Background check
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chief Financial Officer
TSC Ferrite International —Wadsworth, IL
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chief Nursing Officer / Director of Nursing RN
Ignite Medical Resort McHenry —McHenry, IL
- $125,000 - $145,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Nursing
- RN License
- English
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Chief Executive Officer - Emergency Nurses Association
Spano Pratt —Schaumburg, IL
- $450,000 - $550,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Travel
Head of Purchasing & Logistics, North America 1
Polynt —Carpentersville, IL
- $175,000 - $200,000 a year
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Senior Project Manager (Chief of Staff)
Capital One —Riverwoods, IL
- Email
- Military
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
Head of International Policy
AbbVie —North Chicago, IL
- $206,500 - $393,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- 11+ years
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Head of EHS, Round Lake
Takeda Pharmaceutical —Round Lake Beach, IL
- $154,400 - $242,550 a year
- Overtime
- 8 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Chief Development Officer
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois —Elgin, IL
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Head of Marketing - US Eye Care Consumer Products
AbbVie —Mettawa, IL
- $160,500 - $305,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- 11+ years
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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SVP - Global Head of Claim Intake/FNOL
Gallagher Bassett —Rolling Meadows, IL
- $161,500 - $315,000 a year
- Remote
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
Senior Director, Global Head of Client Services - Clinical Trials Division
Thermo Fisher Scientific —Mount Prospect, IL
- $157,700 - $236,525 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
Chief Financial Officer
Boys and Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs —Carpentersville, IL
- CPA
- Office
- Microsoft Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Head of Digital Health Product Management – Diagnostics
Abbott Laboratories —Lake Forest, IL
- $190,000 - $380,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Azure
- Computer Science
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Chief Financial Officer
Abbott Laboratories Employees Credit Union —Gurnee, IL
- $217,901.33 - $363,168.89 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Office
- 8 years
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Chief Building Official
4LEAF, Inc. —Lake County, IL
- $58.65 - $71.76 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Residential
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
4d
Head of Sweet & Beverage Applications
Sensient Technologies Corporation —Hoffman Estates, IL
- $195,000 - $210,000 a year
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
Head of Sales, Bioindustries and Commodities
Roquette —Geneva, IL
- $172,938 - $234,110 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Business
Head of US Commercial Learning and Development
AbbVie —Mettawa, IL
- $206,500 - $393,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Business Director-Chief of Staff (Payment Network, U.S. and Canadian Markets)
Capital One —Riverwoods, IL
- Email
- Office
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
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Chief Estimator

Preferred Electric
Bloomingdale, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$140,000 - $210,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Unlimited paid time off
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Financial risk assessment
Teamwork
Managing construction estimation projects
NEC
Construction risk management
Team development
Analysis skills
Electrical estimating experience within construction industry
Continuous improvement
Attention to detail
Estimating construction project budgets
NFPA 70 compliance
Profitability analysis
Commercial building projects
Leadership
Financial acumen
Estimation for commercial construction
Construction estimating

Full Job Description

About Us

Preferred Electric is a leading commercial electrical contractor specializing in innovative and reliable electrical solutions across healthcare, mission-critical, industrial, commercial, and institutional markets. With a strong reputation for quality, performance, and integrity, we are committed to delivering projects that exceed expectations while building a culture where our people thrive.

At Preferred Electric, our culture is our greatest asset. We believe in accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and developing leaders at every level of our organization.

Job Summary

The Chief Estimator is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all estimating operations and bid strategy for the company. This individual will lead the estimating team, ensure the accuracy and competitiveness of proposals, and play a critical role in driving revenue growth and profitability.

Working closely with executive leadership, operations, and business development, the Chief Estimator will help shape project selection strategy, manage risk evaluation, and ensure seamless transitions from preconstruction to project execution.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead, mentor, and develop the estimating team to maintain high performance and accountability.

· Oversee all bid and proposal activities, ensuring accurate, timely, and competitive submissions.

· Review project documents (plans, specs, addenda) to identify scope, risks, and pricing strategy.

· Develop comprehensive take-offs and cost estimates for plan/spec and design-build projects.

· Establish labor productivity assumptions and material pricing strategies aligned with company standards.

· Analyze project risks and present pricing recommendations to executive leadership.

· Coordinate with project management, field operations, and preconstruction teams to ensure successful project handoffs.

· Maintain strong relationships with general contractors, vendors, and subcontractors.

· Drive consistency and continuous improvement in estimating procedures and documentation.

· Utilize estimating platforms such as Accubid Classic and Change Order Pro to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

· Track bid results and performance metrics to refine strategy and improve hit rates.

Qualifications

· 10+ years of experience in electrical construction estimating.

· Proven leadership experience managing estimating teams.

· Strong working knowledge of NEC requirements and commercial construction practices.

· High proficiency in Accubid (or similar estimating software).

· Strong analytical and financial acumen with the ability to evaluate risk and profitability.

· Excellent communication and leadership skills.

· Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple large-scale bids simultaneously.

Salary & Benefits

$140,000 – $210,000 annually, based on experience.

· Flexible Work Schedule

· Unlimited Paid Time Off

· Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

· 401(k) with Company Match

· Eligible Support Staff Quarterly Bonus Program

· Leadership Development & Training

· Positive, Collaborative, and High-Performance Work Environment

Why This Role Matters

The Chief Estimator directly impacts Preferred Electric’s growth trajectory, project portfolio quality, and financial performance. This is a high-visibility leadership opportunity for a driven professional ready to shape strategy and influence company-wide success.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced estimating leader ready to make an impact at one of the region’s premier electrical contractors, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your resume and references to [email protected].

Preferred Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Pay: $140,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Experience:

electrical estimating: 10 years (Required)
Construction estimating: 10 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Bloomingdale, IL 60108 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Chief Estimator

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Chief Development Officer

Head of Marketing - US Eye Care Consumer Products

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Head of Digital Health Product Management – Diagnostics

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