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Compu Dynamics

Designs and builds data center infrastructure

Project Manager

Construction ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeChicago, IL, USA$100k - $155k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • At least 5 years of project management experience in mission-critical, data center, or large-scale infrastructure construction.
  • Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, structural, and commissioning systems, including HVAC, power distribution, cooling, and controls.
  • A proven track record of delivering complex, multi-discipline projects on time and within budget.
  • Proficiency with project management software such as MS Project and Primavera, and standard business tools such as Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Willingness and ability to travel to project sites as needed.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end project delivery for mission-critical infrastructure, data center builds, and specialty construction projects.
  • Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
  • Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in alignment with client requirements and company objectives.
  • Ensure all work is performed in compliance with specifications, codes, safety standards, and quality expectations.
  • Manage project closeout activities, including punch list completion, turnover documentation, commissioning support, and lessons-learned reviews.
  • Coordinate cross-functional project teams, including mechanical, electrical, structural, controls, commissioning, and field operations personnel.
  • Mentor, coach, and support project engineers, field leads, and other team members to drive performance and professional growth.
  • Foster a collaborative project environment that emphasizes communication, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building trust through proactive communication, transparency, and responsiveness.
  • Manage expectations, provide regular status updates, and resolve issues to ensure alignment on project goals and outcomes.
  • Represent Compu Dynamics in meetings, presentations, and negotiations with clients, partners, and vendors.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, and develop contingency plans to address potential challenges.
  • Oversee project budgets, monitor financial performance, track cost forecasts, and report on variances.
  • Manage procurement activities, vendor negotiations, contracts, and change orders in coordination with internal stakeholders.
  • Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and schedule.
  • Facilitate project meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and track action items.
  • Maintain accurate and organized project documentation, including drawings, submittals, RFIs, permits, and as-builts.
  • Contribute to refining project delivery standards, processes, and tools to improve efficiency and consistency across the organization.

Desired Qualifications

  • PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent project management certification.
  • Experience in cleared, government, or high-security environments.
  • Experience leading projects across multiple geographic markets or remote sites.
  • Familiarity with modular and prefabricated data center systems.
  • Background in hiring, mentoring, and developing project teams.

About the Company

Compu Dynamics

Designs and builds data center infrastructure

Compu Dynamics designs, builds and maintains the infrastructure inside data centers for colocation providers, cloud operators and enterprise customers across North America. It turns powered buildings into working computing environments by integrating electrical distribution, cooling equipment and the cabling that connects server racks. Customers hire the company for fit-outs, upgrades and ongoing facility support, with engineering and installation coordinated through its own technical teams. Its work also extends to retrofitting older facilities as computing equipment demands more power and cooling. Founded in 2002, Compu Dynamics is headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$50K
Headquarters
Chantilly, VA
Founded
2002

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