Estimator – Environmental Services (Remote – Chicago Area)
Salary: $80,000 – $110,000 (commensurate with experience) ($5,000 sign on Bonus)
Bonus: Biannual performance-based bonus (5%-10% of base pay)
Location: Remote – Greater Chicago Area
Benefits: Full medical coverage, 401(k), ~$400/month mileage reimbursement, and paid time off
Join Our Mission to Build Safer, Healthier Environments
At Bluestone Environmental Group, Inc., we’re growing our field operations team and seeking an Estimator who thrives on autonomy, thrives in the field, and loves building relationships as much as crunching numbers. This is a high-impact role that combines technical site evaluations with client-facing outreach. You’ll be the face of Bluestone across the South Chicago area—meeting customers, preparing fast-turn estimates, and helping our company grow through strong community partnerships.
What You’ll Do
Travel daily throughout the Chicagoland region (within a 100-mile radius) to perform 4 on-site estimates per day
Draft and deliver proposals the same day using Microsoft Word (submitted in PDF format)
Assess job sites, interpret residential and light commercial building systems, and calculate labor, materials, permits, and project scope for environmental abatement services
Develop relationships with local contractors (e.g., flooring companies, HVAC technicians) to generate referral leads
Stay informed on federal, state, and local environmental regulations and compliance standards
Occasionally provide office coverage and participate in monthly team meetings at our local office
Some level of Business Development
What You Bring to the Table
Minimum 2 years of sales or field-based customer-facing experience
Familiarity with residential construction, building systems, or environmental services strongly preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized, self-motivated, and dependable
Must have a reliable personal vehicle, valid Illinois driver’s license, and willingness to travel locally
Associate degree or two years of college required; coursework in construction management or architecture is a plus
Who You Are
You’re a people-person with a strong sense of initiative.
You excel in fast-paced environments and enjoy being on the move.
You’re confident, coachable, and driven to win new business through strategic partnerships.
You have a strong eye for detail, balanced with excellent time management and follow-through.
Whether you’re already an experienced estimator or a talented salesperson eager to learn, we’ll give you the tools and support to grow your career in environmental consulting and remediation.
Why Bluestone?
At Bluestone Environmental Group, you’ll join a passionate, mission-driven team working at the intersection of public health, engineering, and environmental protection. We offer:
A people-first culture built on ethics, growth, and teamwork
Competitive salary with bonus structure aligned with your performance
Career advancement opportunities in a nationally recognized environmental consulting firm
Work that makes an impact—from improving homes to protecting entire communities
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