Top 327 chief Jobs in chicago 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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Survey Party Chief
American Surveying & Mapping, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $65,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Field Crew Chief - Residential Land Surveying
Exacta Land Surveyors LLC —Chicago, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Chief Financial Officer
B.R. Ryall YMCA —Glen Ellyn, IL
- $50 - $55 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- CPA
- Finance
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Restoration Crew Chief
Parkside Restoration Services, LLC —Bolingbrook, IL
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Head of Finance
Bright Star Community Development Corporation —Chicago, IL
- $95,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPA
- Bachelor of Science
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)
Regency Hospital - Northwest Indiana —East Chicago, IN
- Full-time
- Nursing
- RN License
- BLS Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Crew Chief
Team Car Care West, LLC (US) —Franklin Park, IL
- $15.76 - $16.51 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chief Development Officer
Caring Network —Glen Ellyn, IL
- 7 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
- 403(b) matching
- Paid parental leave
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Chief Engineer / Building Engineer
5455 Edgewater Plaza Condominium Association —Chicago, IL
- $36.42 - $37.42 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Head of North American Fresh Produce Operations
Sterling St James LLC —Chicago, IL
- $140,000 - $150,000 a year
- 7 years
- Senior level
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Healthcare Chief Engineer
US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $112,132 - $112,133 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- 7 years
- Microsoft Excel
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Healthcare Chief Engineer
US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $113,796 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- 7 years
- Microsoft Excel
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Healthcare Assistant Chief Engineer
US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $108,305 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Executive Assistant to EVP, Chief Human Resources Officer
TransUnion —Chicago, IL
- $90,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Head of Social and Influencer Marketing
Gusto, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $160,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- 11+ years
- Office
- 401(k)
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Head of Business Technology Program Management
Harvey —Chicago, IL
- $198,900 - $298,300 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 8 years
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Chief Marketing & Commerce Officer
Terrabis —Chicago, IL
- $225,000 - $250,000 a year
- Remote
- Merchandising
- Analysis skills
- Senior level
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Chief Financial Officer
Arena —Chicago, IL
- $75 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Background check
- CPA
- Bachelor of Science
- Flexible schedule
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Chief Financial Officer
ACCESS Community Health Network —Chicago, IL
- $274,400 - $322,700 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- CPA
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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 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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