Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Program Manager, ANS

You want to make an impact, not just manage projects, but change how the world gets built. At Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects, you’ll do exactly that. You’ll help develop and deliver the factories, grids, transit systems, and public infrastructure that keep communities moving - and do it smarter, safer, and more sustainably than ever before.

You’ll work alongside people who think big and act bold - project managers, engineers, technologists, and strategists who blend real-world experience with digital innovation and AI. Together, we’re transforming how capital projects are planned, managed, and executed, creating a better way to build for the future.

Because “good enough” builds the past. You’re here to build what’s next, on a team that outperforms every norm.

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THE WORK:

• You'll serve as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert, building strong client relationships and providing strategic guidance to solve complex project and business challenges.
• You'll support business development efforts through industry expertise, thought leadership, proposal development, and participation in industry events.
• You'll act as an Owner's Representative, overseeing capital projects from planning and initiation through execution, closeout, and handover.
• You'll lead project planning and delivery activities, ensuring alignment with client objectives, budgets, schedules, and performance expectations.
• You'll coordinate the overall project controls program across risk, schedule, cost, change management, governance, and reporting functions.
• You'll drive program plans, priorities, deliverables, and action closure to support successful project outcomes.
• You'll coordinate inputs across project controls functions, project teams, and key stakeholders to ensure alignment and consistency.
• You'll monitor schedule, cost, risk, and change performance, proactively identifying trends and recommending corrective actions.
• You'll identify delivery gaps, dependencies, and emerging issues while driving mitigation and resolution strategies.
• You'll prepare governance materials, executive-level reporting, and performance updates for client and leadership review.
• You'll escalate blockers, facilitate decision-making, and drive accountable resolution of project challenges.
• You'll develop and implement program tools, processes, and initiatives that drive operational excellence, team growth, and client success.
• You'll build and maintain impactful relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including presenting recommendations and updates to executive leadership.
• You'll monitor program performance, assess client needs, analyze key metrics, and recommend scalable solutions that improve efficiency and outcomes.
• You'll advise clients on resource planning and allocation strategies, including staffing and Owner Furnished Equipment (OFE) management.
• You'll collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and client teams to drive successful project execution and achievement of program goals.
• You'll identify and mitigate project risks while fostering effective communication and coordination across project teams, vendors, subcontractors, and stakeholders.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent experience/degree.
• 10+ years of experience in the data center industry with strong knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) disciplines.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in construction, capital projects, project controls, or program management.
• Demonstrated functional knowledge of all phases of construction and capital project delivery.
• Practical experience across project controls disciplines, including cost management, scheduling, risk management, change management, governance, and reporting.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional project teams and stakeholders in complex capital delivery environments.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Experience preparing executive-level presentations, governance materials, and program performance reporting.
• Ability to identify project risks, dependencies, and delivery issues and drive resolution independently.
• Experience in project and program delivery within a fast-paced, client-facing environment.

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent computer skills.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting contract documents, plans, and specifications.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or other capital project management and reporting platforms.
• Experience establishing or improving project controls frameworks, governance processes, and performance reporting mechanisms.
• Experience supporting large-scale data center, mission-critical, or complex infrastructure programs.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently while influencing diverse stakeholder groups across multiple project functions.

Accenture I&CP offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; basic life and AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability; a 401(k) with employer match; health savings and flexible spending accounts; paid time off and holidays; paid maternity and parental caregiver leave; adoption and surrogacy assistance; supplemental insurance plans; an employee assistance program; legal resources; and identity theft protection.

Benefits eligibility may vary by state, country, and role. Please connect with your recruiter for more information.