Estimator Jobs in Illinois
Estimator jobs in Illinois are in steady demand, with concentrated hiring in construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure development at every level from junior takeoff estimator to senior project estimator. Chicago leads hiring volume, with Rockford and Peoria also generating consistent openings tied to industrial and commercial construction. Established employers such as Clayco, Turner Construction, and Caterpillar maintain long-term estimating teams across the state, and the most sought-after specialties are commercial construction, mechanical systems, and heavy civil work. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Security Solutions Design Estimator
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Allied Universal Technology Services is hiring a Solutions Architect. The Solutions Architect is responsible for the strategic design, integration, and governance of enterprise IT and security technology solutions that support business operations, scalability, cybersecurity, and operational resilience. This role provides technical leadership across infrastructure, cloud, networking, cybersecurity, systems integration, and enterprise security platforms while aligning technology strategies with organizational objectives.
- Design integrated security and enterprise technology solutions that align with customer business, operational, and compliance requirements
- Develop technical scopes of work (SOWs), solution designs, architecture diagrams, design narratives, and associated cost estimates
- Architect secure, scalable solutions across access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, life safety, networking, cloud, and IoT environments
- Analyze RFPs, blueprints, construction drawings, and technical specifications to develop compliant and cost-effective solutions
- Lead technical discovery sessions and translate customer requirements into comprehensive architectural recommendations
- Support sales teams through technical presentations, solution validation, ROI discussions, and proposal development
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, vendors, and manufacturers to ensure solution feasibility, interoperability, and pricing accuracy
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend modernization, cybersecurity, and integration strategies
- Ensure solutions align with cybersecurity best practices, including network segmentation, identity management, and secure remote access standards
- Maintain technical documentation, architecture standards, and quality assurance processes while driving continuous improvement initiatives
- High school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in integrated electronic security systems, enterprise networking, systems integration, solutions architecture, engineering, or pre-sales support
- Knowledge of access control, video management systems (VMS), intrusion detection, life safety systems, and network-connected security technologies
- Working knowledge of enterprise networking, cybersecurity fundamentals, cloud and hybrid environments, IP-based systems, and system integrations
- Experience developing technical proposals, scopes of work, cost estimates, and customer-facing solution presentations
- Industry certifications such as PSP, CCNA, Security+, Genetec, LenelS2, Avigilon, Milestone, or other relevant technology certifications preferred
- Strong communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to engage customers and internal teams
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, Bluebeam (or similar PDF collaboration tools), ability to travel up to 30% as needed, and ability to obtain required state licensing requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred
- Experience with enterprise security integration platforms including: Genetec, LenelS2, Avigilon, Milestone
- Experience with: SIEM and monitoring platforms, Infrastructure automation, Cloud-native and containerized environments, ITIL and enterprise governance frameworks
- Pay range: $80,000 - $90,000 annual
- Medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
- Vacation time is offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
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Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
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2026-1547224
Security Solutions Design Estimator
Overview
Company Overview:
Job Description
Allied Universal Technology Services is hiring a Solutions Architect. The Solutions Architect is responsible for the strategic design, integration, and governance of enterprise IT and security technology solutions that support business operations, scalability, cybersecurity, and operational resilience. This role provides technical leadership across infrastructure, cloud, networking, cybersecurity, systems integration, and enterprise security platforms while aligning technology strategies with organizational objectives.
- Design integrated security and enterprise technology solutions that align with customer business, operational, and compliance requirements
- Develop technical scopes of work (SOWs), solution designs, architecture diagrams, design narratives, and associated cost estimates
- Architect secure, scalable solutions across access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, life safety, networking, cloud, and IoT environments
- Analyze RFPs, blueprints, construction drawings, and technical specifications to develop compliant and cost-effective solutions
- Lead technical discovery sessions and translate customer requirements into comprehensive architectural recommendations
- Support sales teams through technical presentations, solution validation, ROI discussions, and proposal development
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, vendors, and manufacturers to ensure solution feasibility, interoperability, and pricing accuracy
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend modernization, cybersecurity, and integration strategies
- Ensure solutions align with cybersecurity best practices, including network segmentation, identity management, and secure remote access standards
- Maintain technical documentation, architecture standards, and quality assurance processes while driving continuous improvement initiatives
- High school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in integrated electronic security systems, enterprise networking, systems integration, solutions architecture, engineering, or pre-sales support
- Knowledge of access control, video management systems (VMS), intrusion detection, life safety systems, and network-connected security technologies
- Working knowledge of enterprise networking, cybersecurity fundamentals, cloud and hybrid environments, IP-based systems, and system integrations
- Experience developing technical proposals, scopes of work, cost estimates, and customer-facing solution presentations
- Industry certifications such as PSP, CCNA, Security+, Genetec, LenelS2, Avigilon, Milestone, or other relevant technology certifications preferred
- Strong communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to engage customers and internal teams
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, Bluebeam (or similar PDF collaboration tools), ability to travel up to 30% as needed, and ability to obtain required state licensing requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred
- Experience with enterprise security integration platforms including: Genetec, LenelS2, Avigilon, Milestone
- Experience with: SIEM and monitoring platforms, Infrastructure automation, Cloud-native and containerized environments, ITIL and enterprise governance frameworks
- Pay range: $80,000 - $90,000 annual
- Medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
- Vacation time is offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
Closing
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
Requisition ID
2026-1547224
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Estimator Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Jobot16
- Gerber Collision & Glass5
- Caliber Collision4
- OHLA USA2
- Maman2M
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting16
- Construction & Real Estate6
- Technology & Software2
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Energy1
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in estimator jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in estimating software such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or Sage Estimating
- Three or more years of estimating experience in commercial or industrial construction
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- Certified Professional Estimator credential from ASPE preferred by many Illinois employers
- Strong knowledge of Illinois subcontractor markets, material costs, and local labor conditions
Estimator Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a estimator in Illinois?
Most Illinois employers expect a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field, though candidates with an associate degree plus substantial field experience are also competitive. Illinois does not require a state-issued license to work as an estimator, but earning the Certified Professional Estimator designation through the American Society of Professional Estimators strengthens your candidacy significantly. Entry-level candidates often begin in takeoff or project coordinator roles before moving into full estimating responsibilities.
How much do estimators make in Illinois?
Estimators in Illinois earn a median of about $82,750 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,200 for the lowest 10% to over $136,590 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire estimators in Illinois?
Employers hiring estimators in Illinois right now include Jobot, Gerber Collision & Glass, and Caliber Collision, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's large commercial construction and heavy industrial sectors mean demand is consistent across both general contractors headquartered in Chicago and manufacturers with operations in central and northern Illinois.
Which Illinois cities have the most estimator jobs?
Chicago, Rockford, and Addison have the most estimator openings in Illinois. Chicago generates the largest share by far, driven by its dense commercial construction pipeline and the regional headquarters of major general contractors and specialty subcontractors, while Rockford and Peoria contribute steady volume through manufacturing facilities and ongoing infrastructure projects in their metro areas.
Are there remote estimator jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because estimators regularly visit job sites, attend preconstruction meetings, and coordinate with field teams in person. About 16% of estimator openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and the roles most likely to offer flexibility are those focused on quantity takeoff, bid management, or cost analysis rather than active field coordination.
How can I get hired as a estimator in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a project coordinator or takeoff technician role, where you build quantity and drawing-reading skills before transitioning into estimating. Large Illinois general contractors such as Clayco and Power Construction hire construction management graduates into junior estimating rotations, and union apprenticeships through the Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters offer a field-based route that can support a move into estimating. Completing an ASPE student chapter certification or building a portfolio of sample takeoffs strengthens your application against candidates with more field time.
Where can I find and apply to estimator jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to estimator jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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