Project Manager, Chicago, IL

Thermal Works LLC has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our team, working directly with the Director of Project Management, serving as the central point of accountability for execution performance for multiple projects in a region, delivering ThermalWorks’ high-efficiency cooling systems for data centers. The Project Manager needs to be agile, professional, trustworthy with confidential information, and comfortable in a rapidly changing environment. The ideal candidate will understand the unique challenges of mission-critical environments, be organized, proactive, and capable of working independently while knowing how to navigate complex stakeholder environments for highly technical design and construction projects, enforce high standards, drive effective execution, and build respect through competence, presence, and consistent leadership. ThermalWorks values efficiency and strives to maintain smooth operations. Our primary focus is on providing an integrated cooling system for data centers and commercial buildings that dramatically reduces the energy demand, water consumption and cost of cooling. It transforms the economics and eco-metrics of commercial cooling with zero water solutions that outperform air- and water-cooled systems in any climate. ThermalWorks solutions are sustainable and cutting-edge. For that reason, we are highly selective about the people we bring on board because our work depends on it. Change and progress happen quickly, and we must be able to trust one another to be honest, communicative, reliable and self-motivated. We seek ultra-creatives and superstar performers with a sense of humility and a hunger to make a positive impact in the world. We offer flexibility and endless growth opportunities to those who can harness their skills and talents and identify how and where to use them to add value. ThermalWorks is one of several “inspired infrastructure” companies that work collaboratively under our parent company, Endeavour Energy, LLC. At the heart of this ecosystem is a diverse group of bright, passionate, dedicated people, working together to make a real difference for people and the planet. ThermalWorks is looking for someone to join our team to help us move the needle toward sustainable change. Are you ready to join the journey? Key Responsibilities Include but are not limited to: Oversee the full lifecycle of project delivery, from pre-construction planning to turnover, with a strong focus on schedule discipline, budget adherence, safety, and quality standards. Build strong working relationships with engineering, commissioning, service, and manufacturing teams to maintain cross-functional alignment and solve technical problems. Communicate with senior management, clients, and regulatory agencies. Enforce adherence to company processes, startup requirements, and commissioning readiness. Conduct inspections and audits to ensure optimal performance, safety, and quality standards, ensuring compliance with local codes, standards, and regulations. Prepare and submit project plans and budgets. Maintain cost control and be fully accountable for project financial performance. Ensure alignment between field conditions and design intent, leveraging your understanding of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems. 25% travel required. Skills & Requirements Education / Experience Bachelors in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering 7+ years of project leadership experience, with 5+ years in mission-critical infrastructure or data center delivery environments. Specific Skills / Abilities Demonstrated success managing complex projects in a mission critical environment. Solid working knowledge of HVAC, hydronic systems, electrical distribution, and controls integration. Experience with commissioning oversight, Level 3–5 testing, and integrated system delivery. Proven ability to earn the respect of both technical teams and clients through competence, consistency, and leadership. Strong organizational, communication, and effective reporting skills. Willingness to travel as needed to support regional deployment efforts. Background in data center cooling systems, industrial MEP installations, or OEM equipment deployment. Familiarity with redundant systems (A/B loops, N+1/N+2) and commissioning strategies. Experience working in or with hyperscale environments. MSOffice applications (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint). Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Excellent at setting priorities and managing multiple projects with competing deadlines with attention to detail and an openness to new ideas and procedures. Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to think critically and strategically, with strong problem-solving skills. Tech-Savvy: Comfortable working with a wide range of software tools and platforms to manage both projects and executive-level tasks. Great Place to Work Enjoy… A fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation. A flexible, autonomous work environment. A culture of respect, learning and excellence. Experienced, highly talented experts as team peers. Growth and travel opportunities. A team of change-makers having a significant impact on people and the planet. About Our Parent Company, Endeavour Energy Endeavour is the main hub—a self-sustaining incubation platform for innovation—within a larger ecosystem focused on sustainable infrastructure. It provides the space, time and all necessary resources to take advanced technologies from ideation through development to launch. Every day we are helping innovators to develop and launch global solutions to tackle global challenges, which is no easy task. Our teams work extremely hard because we all believe in Endeavour’s mission: to guarantee clean water and renewable energy to everyone, everywhere. We are working hard to decentralize infrastructure and deploy innovative energy, water and waste treatment solutions that are more sustainable and more profitable than those currently in existence. Our team of passionate change-makers want to leave the world better than the way we found it. Endeavour prides itself on hiring talented, highly motivated people because that’s what our mission requires. There is a strong sense of camaraderie between good-natured people who bring their A-game to work every day to make a difference. To work at Endeavour is to know that you are part of something special—something bigger than yourself. Today, we’re deploying solutions that are immediately scalable and profitable, including EV charging, data center cooling and waste to fuel systems. As we look to the future, Endeavour intends to remain at the forefront of innovation, taking on grander challenges based on the needs of our clients and of local economies. We hope that our S ustainable H abitat for I nnovation towards a P urpose (SHIP) will be a model that inspires people and businesses to #jointhejourney. Together we can combine the best of what technology and the natural world can offer to ensure a regenerative/sustainable world for generations to come. Position : Project Manager, Chicago, IL Full-Time or Part-Time : Full-Time Reports to : Director of Project Management Location : United States (Remote) Located in Chicago, IL is required Contact: [email protected]

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