Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Commercial & Contract Manager, ANS

Accenture; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture, part of Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects in the UK, seeks an experienced contract manager to lead management teams across large projects and accounts, aligning client needs with commercial outcomes.

You will shape deals, manage risks, mentor staff, and build trusted relationships with executives while operating in a flexible mix of remote and on-site client work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 yrs. relevant experience as a contract manager with exposure to complex deals.
• Proven team management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Lead management teams at all levels across large projects and accounts.
• Understand client needs and priorities with account leadership and stakeholders.
• Develop staff across multiple projects and accounts and support performance management.
• Identify, escalate and resolve commercial and contract risks and issues with leadership guidance.
• Engage in pre-award sales activities and assist with deal shaping and contract drafting support.
• Be client facing and build trusted relationships with client counterparts.
• Lead and collaborate with executives and non-executives across teams.
• Work flexible: mix of remote, onsite at client, or in Accenture offices.

Skills

Contract management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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

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.

Visit us here to learn more about Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects

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 Infrastructure and Capital Projects LLP or one of our other legal entities - Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects, LLC or Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects Inc., with benefits varying by country and role, so please check with your recruiter for details.

THE WORK:

• You’ll lead management teams at all levels across large projects and accounts.
• You’ll work with account leadership, client commercial and business stakeholders to understand client needs and priorities.
• You’ll develop staff across multiple projects and accounts taking responsibility for supporting performance management activities.
• You’ll take accountability for identification, escalation and resolution of commercial and contract risks and issues working with leadership to ensure the best outcome for all parties.
• You’ll engage in pre-award sales activities, assist with deal shaping, negotiate commercial and contractual outcomes with sales teams and business leadership, including contract drafting support.
• You’ll be client facing and have a key role in building trusted relationships with client counterparts.
• You’ll be a leader as well as team player, collaborative and persuasive.
• You’ll be able to work well with executives and non-executives.
• 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.

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:

• Minimum 10 yrs. relevant experience as a contract manager with exposure to complex deals
• Proven team management experience
• Bachelor’s degree required

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Able to collaborate and communicate effectively with client executives at all levels of the organization and be capable of supporting discussions to influence key commercial and contracting decisions
• Significant understanding of commercial contracting regulations and principles, subcontracting practices; and commercial contracting terms and conditions.
• Open to work with and understand cross-cultures and locations throughout the Accenture global organization.
• Member of International Association for Contract and Commercial Management (IACCM) or National Contract Management Association (NCMA) and/ or professional certification considered a plus.

$120,000 - $150,000 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 25th, 2026.

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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.