Accenture Construct – Project Engineer, ANS

Accenture Construct; Swindon; On-site; GBP 121,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

Technical upskilling and certification

Health benefits

Job summary

Accenture Construct is seeking a senior electrical and construction leader to oversee design, development, and integration of critical building systems for life sciences facilities. You will guide design reviews, coordinate with vendors and engineers, and lead installation, testing, commissioning, and startup activities.

You will drive schedule adherence, risk assessments, and client updates, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while coordinating cross-functional teams across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or related field) preferred, or an additional four (4) years of related experience
• 10+ years of experience in engineering (electrical, plumbing, mechanical, civil), preferably within life sciences, pharmaceutical, or data center environments
• 3+ years of senior-level construction management or design management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, development, and integration of electrical controls systems including SCADA, EPMS, switchgear, power distribution, and other building systems for life sciences and pharmaceutical facilities.
• Provide technical input on electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and civil system designs during planning, design reviews, and project execution phases.
• Collaborate with vendors, contractors, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure systems meet project specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead installation, testing, commissioning, and startup activities for building systems, ensuring compliance with project objectives and industry best practices.
• Conduct schedule reviews, monitor project progress, and provide technical updates, risk assessments, and recommendations to clients and project teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical controls, power distribution, mechanical, plumbing, and facility system issues during construction, startup, and commissioning activities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, issue resolution, and delivery throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare, maintain, and manage QA/QC and commissioning documentation, including test reports, issue logs, punch lists, and system validation records.
• Develop turnover packages and support handoff of systems, documentation, and operational requirements to facility operations teams.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, and regulations; stay current on emerging technologies and best practices.

Skills

Electrical systems design

SCADA/EPMS

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

QA/QC documentation

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

As Accenture continues to grow, you may see a variety of new career opportunities, and depending on the role and location you may be directed to apply through Accenture LLP or one of our other legal entities - Accenture Construct LLC or Accenture Construct Inc., with benefits varying by country and role, so please check with your recruiter for details.

THE WORK:

You’ll oversee the design, development, and integration of electrical controls systems, including SCADA, EPMS, switchgear, power distribution, and other critical building systems for life sciences and pharmaceutical facilities.

You’ll provide technical input on electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and civil system designs during planning, design reviews, and project execution phases.

You’ll collaborate with vendors, contractors, engineers, and project stakeholders to ensure all systems meet project specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

You’ll lead installation, testing, commissioning, and startup activities for building systems, ensuring compliance with project objectives and industry best practices.

You’ll conduct schedule reviews, monitor project progress, and provide technical updates, risk assessments, and recommendations to clients and project teams.

You’ll troubleshoot and resolve electrical controls, power distribution, mechanical, plumbing, and facility system issues during construction, startup, and commissioning activities.

You’ll coordinate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, issue resolution, and successful delivery throughout the project lifecycle.

You’ll prepare, maintain, and manage QA/QC and commissioning documentation, including test reports, issue logs, punch lists, and system validation records.

You’ll develop comprehensive turnover packages and support seamless handoff of systems, documentation, and operational requirements to facility operations teams.

You’ll ensure compliance with applicable industry codes, standards, and regulations while staying current on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to drive continuous improvement.

• Onsite at client site: The work location for this role is onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery and cultivate our client relationships.

With all our roles, there is some in-person time for collaboration, learning and building relationships with clients, peers, leaders and communities. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or related field) preferred, or an additional four (4) years of related experience
• 10+ years of experience in engineering (electrical, plumbing, mechanical, civil), preferably within life sciences, pharmaceutical, or data center environments
• 3+ years of senior-level construction management or design management experience.

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Comprehensive understanding of controls systems, SCADA, EPMS, and electrical equipment including switchgear and distribution
• Strong problem-solving abilities to identify issues and propose effective solutions
• Good verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with team members and vendors
• Ability to effectively lead a diverse team of professionals in a dynamic environment, while also being capable of taking initiative when necessary
• Strong knowledge of industry standards such as ASHRAE, ISO, IEC, NEC, NFPA, ASTM, ASME, AISC related to building systems
• Experience with system performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and energy efficiency optimization
• Experience with or coordination of design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, or other relevant software

$160,000 - $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 October 30th, 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. Please connect with your recruiter for more information.