Top 779 technical director Jobs in chicago, il

Director, Government Contract Sales
Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired —Chicago, IL
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Contracts
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Director, Risk Management
The Parking Spot —Chicago, IL
- $150,000 - $170,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Finance
- 8 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Director of Value-Based Care Platforms
Physicians Revenue Group —Downers Grove, IL
- $120,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- System design
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Director of Engineering
Public Media Engineering LLC —Chicago, IL
- $125,000 - $175,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Windows
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
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Director of Vocations Operations
The Society of Mount Carmel —Darien, IL
- $65,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Data analysis skills
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
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Key Account Director
Postman —Chicago, IL
- $320,000 - $420,000 a year
- Remote
- Senior level
- Communication skills
- 10 years
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Director of Asset Management
EVERGREEN REAL ESTATE SERVICES LLC —Chicago, IL
- $165,000 - $185,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- CPA
- Office
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Director, Tax
Samuel, Son & Co. —Elk Grove Village, IL
- $156,120 - $249,708 a year
- Full-time
- Oracle
- CPA
- Writing skills
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Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriter Director - Wrap Up's
Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. —Chicago, IL
- $100,000 - $215,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Senior level
Executive Director, Platform Architecture
Options Clearing Corporation —Chicago, IL
- $198,200 - $346,700 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Director, Quantitative Risk Management
Options Clearing Corporation —Chicago, IL
- $177,300 - $288,400 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer Science
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Director of Child and Family Services
Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford —Chicago, IL
- $100,833 - $126,041 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Microsoft Excel
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Director of Ecommerce
KENNICOTT BROTHERS CO —Chicago, IL
- $125,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Merchandising
- Business development
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Director, Product Management & Marketing (Lighting)
Leviton Manufacturing —Northbrook, IL
- $150,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Inventory management
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Executive Director, Application Architecture
Options Clearing Corporation —Chicago, IL
- $207,600 - $342,200 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Executive Director, Platform Governance & Strategy
Options Clearing Corporation —Chicago, IL
- $197,800 - $343,900 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Computer Science
- 11+ years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Director – Fresh Produce (JC876)
ilocatum —Chicago, IL
- $140,000 - $150,000 a year
- Remote
- 7 years
- Senior level
- Commercial
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Director Facilities Management
Medxcel —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Engineering
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Director, Investment, Social
Quad/Graphics —Chicago, IL
- $125,000 - $140,000 a year
- Marketing
- 5 years
- English
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Executive Underwriter OR AVP Underwriting Director - E&S Excess Casualty
Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. —Chicago, IL
- $110,300 - $238,700 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Team management
- Flexible schedule

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Director, Government Contract Sales

Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,000 - $85,000 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Technical editing
Business development management
Establishing vendor partnerships
Sourcing
Pricing
Sales proposal development
Deal sourcing operations
Contract law compliance support
Sales experience within government
Managing sales strategy or development teams
Content writing
Collaborating with government agencies
Bidding project phase
Proposal writing
Bachelor's degree
Business alliance strategy
Compliance documentation
Contracts
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Technical writing
Networking through strategic partnership building
Sales pipeline management
Request for proposal
B2G
Sales leadership
Regulatory compliance analysis
Sales lead strategy development
Strategic partnerships
Cross-functional team management
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR COMMISSION-BASED COMPENSATION, OFFERING ADDITIONAL EARNING POTENTIAL BASED ON PERFORMANCE AND RESULTS.

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: The Director of Government Sales and RFPs is responsible for driving strategic growth through the identification, tracking, development, and capture of government contracting opportunities across federal, state, and local markets. This role leads the full lifecycle of the RFP process while also building and maintaining a forward-looking pipeline of upcoming opportunities.

A critical function of this role is the proactive identification and tracking of upcoming RFPs and procurement activity, as well as the development of strategic partnerships with prime contractors, nonprofit agencies, and government-aligned organizations to enhance competitiveness and expand access to contract vehicles.

This position requires deep expertise in government contracting, business development strategy, and cross-sector collaboration, particularly within mission-driven and nonprofit ecosystems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Opportunity Identification & Pipeline Development

Proactively identify, track, and qualify upcoming and active RFP opportunities across federal, state, and local government agencies.
Establish and maintain a centralized pipeline of opportunities, including early-stage intelligence (pre-RFP, sources sought, RFIs)
Monitor procurement platforms (e.g., SAM.gov, agency forecasts, state/local portals) and industry sources for upcoming bids
Analyze procurement trends, agency priorities, and contract vehicles to inform pursuit strategy.

Strategic Partnerships & Ecosystem Development

Identify and develop teaming and subcontracting partnerships with prime contractors and government vendors.
Build relationships with organizations such as SourceAmerica and National Industries for the Blind, as well as other nonprofit and AbilityOne-aligned entities.
Collaborate with prime vendors on joint pursuits, capture strategies, and proposal development efforts.
Representing the organization in industry events, matchmaking sessions, and government/vendor outreach forums.

RFP & Proposal Lifecycle Management

Lead the end-to-end RFP lifecycle, including evaluation, bid/no-bid decisions, content development, and submission.
Coordinate with SMEs to gather technical, operational, financial, and compliance inputs.
Develop compelling, complaint, and high-quality proposals tailored to government requirements.
Ensure alignment with organizational capabilities, mission, and competitive positioning.

Contracting & Compliance

Lead or support contract negotiations with government agencies and partners.
Ensure all proposals and contracts meet federal, state, and local compliance requirements.
Oversee post-award documentation, reporting, and compliance in collaboration with internal teams.

Relationship Management & Growth Strategy

Build and maintain relationships with procurement officials, contracting officers, and agency stakeholders.
Support long-term account strategy development within key government agencies.
Conduct post-submission debriefs and apply lessons learned to future pursuits.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strategic Business Development & Capture Management
Government RFP Pipeline Development & Forecasting
Proposal & Technical Writing Excellence
Government Contracting & Regulatory Compliance
Partnership & Alliance Development (Prime/Sub, Nonprofit, AbilityOne)
Relationship Management & Stakeholder Engagement
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or government contracting certification preferred.
7–10+ years of experience in government sales, business development, or contracting with a strong focus on RFP-driven growth
Demonstrated success in identifying, tracking, and winning federal, state, or local government contracts.
Experience developing and managing RFP pipelines and capture strategies.
Proven ability to build partnerships with prime contractors and nonprofit/government-aligned organizations.
Familiarity with organizations such as SourceAmerica and National Industries for the Blind and the AbilityOne Program strongly preferred.
Experience with government procurement platforms (SAM.gov, FPDS, GSA schedules, state/local systems).
Strong understanding of contract types, pricing models, and compliance requirements.
Demonstrated experience preparing, submitting, and managing RFP responses, including adherence to all submission requirements such as formatting, compliance matrices, certifications, representations, pricing volumes, and required documentation across federal, state, and local procurements.
Advanced proposal writing and editing skills.
Experience managing cross-functional proposal teams.

Employee Benefits

BENEFIT PACKAGE UP TO AN ADDITIONAL 25% OF SALARY INCLUDING:

10 days paid vacation
12 paid holidays
6 sick days accrued over the year
Insurance Eligibility the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered
Short/long term disability
Life insurance 2x salary
Employee recognition events
Company matched 401(k) plan
Reasonably priced delicious food options on site (except at Glenview location)

The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired is an Equal Opportunity Employer in full compliance with local, state, and federal Civil Rights & Affirmative Action laws. The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired maintains a strong policy of accommodation and a consistent practice of employing qualified individuals with disabilities. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, sexual orientation, military status, order of protection status or unfavorable discharge from military service.

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technical director jobs in chicago, il

Director, Government Contract Sales

Director, Risk Management

Director of Value-Based Care Platforms

Director of Engineering

Director of Vocations Operations

Key Account Director

Director of Asset Management

Director, Tax

Executive Underwriter or AVP, Underwriter Director - Wrap Up's

Executive Director, Platform Architecture

Director, Quantitative Risk Management

Director of Child and Family Services

Director of Ecommerce

Director, Product Management & Marketing (Lighting)

Executive Director, Application Architecture

Executive Director, Platform Governance & Strategy

Director – Fresh Produce (JC876)

Director Facilities Management

Director, Investment, Social

Executive Underwriter OR AVP Underwriting Director - E&S Excess Casualty

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