Contract Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Maintenance Electrician - Bridgeview, IL

Company: Signode

Location: Bridgeview, IL

Posted May 30, 2025

Provide electrical support for all production lines and will be responsible for installing and programming electrical equipment.

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Speech/Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellowship School - (SLP - Clinical Fellowship School)

Company: AMN Healthcare, Inc. Medical

Location: NORTH CHICAGO, Illinois

Posted May 11, 2025

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Project Manager- Chicago Construction

Company: Michael Page

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jun 10, 2025

Train and develop the project team. Our client is a design/build developer who specialize in K-12 and healthcare projects including but not limited to…

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Commercial Electrician - Traveling Preferred

Company: S20 Construction Management

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jun 04, 2025

*Commercial Electricians Needed - Traveling Preferred * In search of commercial electricians to join our company for light commercial and/or service work. …

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Project Manager - Education Construction

Company: Michael Page

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 15, 2025

Train and develop the project team. Our client is a design/build developer who specialize in K-12 and healthcare projects including but not limited to…

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OTR flatbed Conestoga driver up to 75 CPM

Company: Benchmark Transportation Inc

Location: Westchester, IL

Posted Jun 04, 2025

Truck driving: 2 years (Preferred). We have consistent freight and able to hire drivers from all states and cities East of I-25. Good mileage 3000mi + weekly.

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Project Manager

Company: Keller North America, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 24, 2025

Assembles proposals which includes performing risk assessment, evaluating opportunities to increase profit, estimating, engineering, technical writing, site…

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Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Company: Michael Page

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jun 10, 2025

Create, develop and maintain a detailed construction schedule that incorporates communication from the project team. Ensure projects meet financial targets.

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Sr. Manager Partner Marketing

Company: Ursus, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 13, 2025

8+ years global partner marketing experience in the B2B tech sector driving partner marketing pipeline and supporting revenue growth.

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Project Manager- Light Industrial Projects - Construction

Company: Michael Page

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jun 03, 2025

5+ years as a construction Project Manager for a commercial general contractor. Communicate regularly with owners, construction managers, other superintendents,…

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Senior Finance Analyst

Company: Expedia Group

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 21, 2025

Support, develop, and implement improved processes and controls to enable sustainable, profitable scaling of the PLS business.

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Plumber or Plumber Apprentice

Company: J Mac Mechanical

Location: Chicago Ridge, IL

Posted Jun 02, 2025

Must have own hand tools and a form of transportation to get to work. Must be able to listen to instruction and both work with others and by yourself.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical hourly or weekly rates for contract tech roles at different seniority levels?
Entry‑level contractors earn $30–$50 per hour, mid‑level $50–$80, senior‑level $80–$120, specialist roles such as AI/ML or security typically $100–$150, and lead or architect positions can exceed $150 per hour. Regional cost of living and the specific technology stack also influence these ranges.
What skills and certifications are most sought after for contract tech positions?
High‑demand skills include cloud platform expertise (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, GCP Professional Cloud Architect), Kubernetes & Helm, Terraform, CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI, security certifications such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+, data engineering tools (Snowflake, BigQuery), programming languages (Python, Go, TypeScript), and Agile or Scrum facilitation. Demonstrated project experience on similar stacks is often required.
Can contract tech roles be performed remotely, and what is the typical remote work policy?
Approximately 80–90% of contract tech positions are fully remote, with clients providing VPN access and collaboration tools. Some contracts may require occasional on‑site visits for client meetings or data‑center access, but most clients emphasize a remote‑first workflow and enforce compliance with local data‑residency laws.
How can contractors advance their careers while staying in contract work?
Contractors can build a strong portfolio, specialize in high‑paying stacks, pursue advanced certifications, and secure retainer or multi‑project contracts. Continuous learning keeps rates high, and many contractors transition into permanent roles with the same clients or move into consulting, contract management, or specialized advisory positions.
What current industry trends are influencing the demand for contract tech talent?
Digital transformation, cloud migration, AI/ML adoption, cybersecurity needs, remote‑first culture, microservices architecture, edge computing, and the rise of platform‑as‑a‑service (PaaS) are driving companies to hire contractors for rapid experimentation, scaling, and expertise that is too scarce for full‑time positions.

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