Contract Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Senior Manager, IT Strategy & Business Process Outsourcing (BPO)

Company: West Monroe

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 29, 2023

West Monroe is seeking a Senior Manager with business/technology consulting experience for their growing IT Strategy and BPO team. The role involves leading consulting teams, managing client relationships, and providing IT and functional strategy solutions. Senior Managers are expected to envision and structure creative solutions, develop and cultivate senior-level client relationships, and contribute to practice development. The ideal candidate should have 8+ years of experience in technology and/or business process advisory consultation, with a successful track record in business development and contract negotiation. West Monroe offers a competitive total rewards package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, and unlimited flexible time off.

Client Support Specialist

Company: Notified

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 25, 2023

Notified is hiring a Client Support Specialist for their Public Relations Support team in El Segundo, CA, Toronto, ON, or Chicago, IL. The role requires experience in a SaaS or technology environment and involves database administration, account creation, customer service, and account management. The Specialist will serve as a subject matter expert for Notified Public Relations Cloud products and promote the organization's capabilities to clients.

Sr. Integration Consultant - YMS

Company: project44

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 23, 2023

project44 is a company that aims to revolutionize the transportation and logistics industry by providing a digital infrastructure that eliminates inefficiencies. They are looking for bright and ambitious individuals to join their global team and help them achieve their mission.

Cognos Admin

Company: Capgemini

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 01, 2023

Capgemini is seeking a Cognos Admin with strong Power BI and Tableau skills for a remote position. The role involves admin tasks outside of Cognos, researching and embracing other comparable tools, and taking new technologies head-on. The ideal candidate should have a background in software engineering, experience with Microsoft PowerBI, and be proficient in the baseline.

Senior Manager, Org & People

Company: West Monroe

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 31, 2023

Are you ready to make an impact? West Monroe's growing Org & People practice is in search of a Senior Manager to join their fast-paced and dynamic team. The Senior Manager will bring at least 8 years of relevant HR experience, preferably in a client-facing strategy or advisory role. They will be client service leaders with deep project management, client relationship management, account management, business development, and delivery team management expertise. The offerings include Digital HR, Transactions, and Transformation. The Senior Manager will serve as a delivery leader on engagements of moderate-high complexity and scale, communicate with client sponsors directly without oversight, and exemplify engagement management, client relationship, client satisfaction, risk management, and delivery team management skills. They will oversee engagement scope, budget, deliverables, profitability, work management and reporting, change management, vendor management, and team development. The Senior Manager will position themselves as a 'go-to' for farming and/or business development opportunities by partnering with other West Monroe practices to cross-sell capabilities to their clients, originating multiple projects, leading complex pursuits, and identifying competitive threats or market trends that require preparation. They will review SOW and pricing tool to ensure that projects are profitable, scope is feasible, and the project poses no reputational risk to the firm. The Senior Manager will author white papers and deliver presentations on innovations, best practices, and methodologies. They will gain visibility and build West Monroe brand through interviews, writing articles, and/or providing quotes for trade journals. The Senior Manager will model and mentor Managers, Senior Consultants, and Consultants day-to-day in personifying West Monroe values with clients, on project teams, and within individual relationships. They will actively engage in recruiting, interviewing, and selecting campus and experienced new hire consultants.

Senior Business Development Representative

Company: Everywhere Wireless

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 03, 2023

Zentro is a fast-growing internet service provider offering reliable and fast internet services with uncommonly responsive customer service. They are committed to playing an important role in the communities they serve and are looking for a Senior Business Development Representative to acquire new clients. The role involves outside, consultative business-to-business sales and generating sales through various mediums. The ideal candidate should have experience in sales, a strong network in the Chicago residential real estate market, and strong people and organizational skills.

Client Support Specialist

Company: Notified

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 25, 2023

Notified is hiring a Client Support Specialist for their Client Service Delivery team in El Segundo, CA, Toronto, ON, or Chicago, IL. The role requires experience in a SaaS or technology environment and excellent communication skills. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and the opportunity to promote the organization's capabilities to clients.

Cloud Sales Executive

Company: Maven Wave, an Atos Company

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 18, 2023

Atos OneCloud is a comprehensive cloud initiative that offers modernization of enterprise applications for public, private, and hybrid cloud environments. It combines cloud advisory consulting, application transformation expertise, prebuilt cloud accelerators, and innovative talents. Maven Wave joined Atos OneCloud in March 2023, providing a multi-cloud approach with enhanced capabilities across Google Cloud, AWS, and Azure solutions. The initiative is part of Atos, a global leader in digital transformation with over 112,000 employees. The role involves growing the regional market segment, building strategic relationships, and providing custom proposals for complex customer requirements.

ISDA Contract Negotiator

Company: DRW

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 28, 2023

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience, valuing autonomy and operating using their own capital. They trade various asset classes and have expanded into non-traditional strategies like real estate, venture capital, and cryptoassets. They seek an ISDA Contracts Negotiator to join their global Legal team in Chicago.

Product Counsel Consulting Director

Company: CNA

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 28, 2023

The text describes a career opportunity in the insurance industry, focusing on the development, drafting, and maintenance of policy forms and endorsements for various product lines, with a special emphasis on Financial Lines. The role involves cultivating expertise, providing counsel to underwriters, and monitoring regulatory activity. The ideal candidate should have excellent knowledge of insurance business and contracts, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to handle difficult situations. The position requires a Bachelor's degree with a Juris Doctor and at least seven years of related work experience.

Cloud Sales Executive

Company: Maven Wave, an Atos Company

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 18, 2023

Atos OneCloud is a comprehensive cloud initiative that offers modernization of enterprise applications for public, private, and hybrid cloud environments. It combines cloud advisory consulting, application transformation expertise, prebuilt cloud accelerators, and innovative talents. Maven Wave joined Atos OneCloud in March 2023, providing a multi-cloud approach with enhanced capabilities across Google Cloud, AWS, and Azure solutions. The initiative aims to grow the regional market segment of the hyperscaler cloud business and build strategic relationships with clients.

Senior Energy Contract Negotiator

Company: DRW

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 01, 2023

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience, valuing autonomy and operating with own capital and risk. Headquartered in Chicago, they trade various asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities, and Energy across major global markets. They have expanded into real estate, venture capital, and cryptoassets. Seeking a Senior Energy Contract Negotiator for natural gas and power trading desks in Houston.

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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