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Compu Dynamics

Project Manager

Chicago, IL; Compu DynamicsUnited States
Manager · Construction Services
POSTED 16 OCT 2025
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389 days opentrue age
Posted 16 Oct 2025
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$100k–155kposted
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$110k–$151k
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At Compu Dynamics, we don’t just build infrastructure—we create the backbone of the digital future. As North America’s premier technology infrastructure design-build partner, we design, construct, and maintain mission-critical data centers for some of the world’s most innovative companies. With roots in one of the fastest-growing data center markets in the world, our growth is as intentional as our impact.

Summary / Objective

The Project Manager is responsible for leading the successful delivery of complex mission-critical projects from start to finish. This role oversees all aspects of project execution — including planning, scheduling, budgeting, team coordination, client communication, and risk mitigation — to ensure on-time, on-budget, and high-quality outcomes.

Project Managers at Compu Dynamics are hands-on leaders and strategic thinkers. They act as the primary liaison between clients, internal teams, and subcontractors while driving execution across mechanical, electrical, structural, and commissioning scopes. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on building strong teams, solving complex challenges, and delivering results in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Essential Functions

1. Project Planning & Execution

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.

2. Team Leadership & Collaboration

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.

3. Client & Stakeholder Management

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.

4. Risk, Budget & Performance Management

Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; 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.

5. Process Improvement & Reporting

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.

Competencies

Entrepreneurial Mindset – Takes initiative, embraces ownership, and thrives in ambiguity.

Execution Excellence – Delivers results by prioritizing, organizing, and driving tasks forward.

Strategic Thinking – Balances big-picture vision with detailed execution.

Collaboration & Influence – Builds trust, fosters teamwork, and drives alignment across diverse stakeholders.

Adaptability & Resilience – Stays agile in dynamic conditions and pivots effectively when priorities shift.

Integrity & Accountability – Follows through on commitments and takes ownership of results.

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