Accenture Construct – Data Center Senior Scheduler, ANS

Accenture Construct; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 113,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Construct is seeking a seasoned Project Scheduler in the United Kingdom to lead scheduling for major data centre and critical infrastructure programs. You will own the development of detailed master schedules, track progress, and collaborate across PMs, engineers and vendors to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires extensive experience with Primavera P6 or MS Project, a solid background in construction scheduling, and the ability to manage complex, multi‑phase programs in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or related field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in project scheduling, preferably for data center or mission-critical construction.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, MS Project or equivalent scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage detailed project schedules for data center construction from design to closeout.
• Define activities, sequence workflows, estimate durations, allocate resources to build accurate timelines.
• Identify critical paths, milestones and dependencies to align with owner objectives.
• Track progress against baselines and prepare reports with earned value, milestones and variances.
• Identify schedule risks early and develop mitigation strategies and recovery plans.
• Coordinate subcontractor and supplier schedules into a master schedule using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors and vendors to communicate updates.

Skills

Project scheduling

Communication

Scheduling tools

Education

Construction Management / Engineering degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

You’ve Never Been Satisfied with “Good Enough.”

You didn’t get into this to manage one piece of a project. You got into it to change how the world gets built.

At Accenture Construct, that’s the job. You’ll help deliver the data centers, power grids, rail networks, factories and public infrastructure that keep communities moving — smarter, safer and more sustainably.

You’ll work alongside people who think big and act bold: project managers, engineers, technologists and strategists who pair real‑world delivery with AI. And you won’t be handed a slice of it. We take on whole programs, from early strategy through construction and handover, and we stand behind how they land.

Because “good enough” builds the past. You’re here to build what’s next.

Visit us here to learn more about Accenture Construct

THE WORK:

• You’ll create and manage detailed project schedules covering all phases of data center construction, from design through closeout.
• You’ll define activities, sequence workflows, estimate durations, and allocate resources to build accurate project timelines.
• You’ll identify critical paths, key milestones, and dependencies to ensure schedules align with owner objectives.
• You’ll track progress against the baseline schedule, preparing regular reports with earned value, milestone, and variance analyses.
• You’ll identify schedule risks early, assess potential impacts, and recommend or implement mitigation strategies.
• You’ll perform “what-if” analyses and develop recovery schedules to keep projects on track amid changes or disruptions.
• You’ll collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and vendors to align and communicate schedule updates effectively.
• You’ll coordinate subcontractor and supplier schedules into a cohesive master schedule using tools like Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• You’ll optimize workflows and resource allocations to enhance efficiency and meet project deadlines.
• You’ll document actual versus planned timelines, maintain historical schedule data, and analyze lessons learned for future improvement.
• Flexible : The work location for this role will include a mix of working remotely, onsite at a client or in an Accenture office or center.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or a related field, OR equivalent relevant experience
• 10+ years of experience in project scheduling, preferably within data center or mission‑critical construction projects
• Proficiency in scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent platforms

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Proven ability to manage complex schedules for large‑scale projects, ensuring alignment with owner objectives
• Knowledge of industry standards such as PMI or AACE scheduling guidelines is preferred
• Strong understanding of construction processes, workflows, and dependencies, with a focus on MEP systems
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse project teams and stakeholders

$150,000 - $180,000 a year

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Illinois, Maine, Minnesota, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Virginia or Washington as set forth below.

We will accept applications until July 24, 2026.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• The biggest builds going. Hyperscale data centers, grid and generation, transit and rail, chip fabs, mines, water. If it’s complex and it matters, it’s on our list.
• You own the outcome. Not a workstream. Not a deliverable. Whether the program lands.
• AI that shows up on site. Program control that predicts instead of records. You’ll use it, and you’ll help shape it.
• Scale without the distance. More than 5,000 practitioners across the Americas, EMEA and APAC, on a team small enough that people know your name.
• Serious investment in you. Leadership development, technical upskilling and certification support.
• Work that outlasts you. People will use what you build for forty years without knowing your name. That’s the point.
• Recognition that means something in this industry. Accenture Construct is ranked #6 globally in ENR’s 2026 Top 50 Program Management Firms and #4 in Building Design + Construction’s Top 80 Construction Management Firms for 2026.

ABOUT ACCENTURE CONSTRUCT

• Accenture Construct is Accenture’s global capital projects business.
• The data centers behind AI. The grid behind the energy transition. The rail, water and airports everything else runs on.
• We plan them, engineer them, deliver them and hand them over — and unlike most of this market, we’re on the hook for whether they land on time. More than 5,000 practitioners across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. One team that owns the whole thing.

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.

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Accenture Construct 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.