Director, Data Center Construction — Hybrid Leadership & Impact

Infrastructureandcapitalprojects; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

401(k) with employer match

Health savings accounts

Paid time off and holidays

Paid maternity and parental caregiver

Adoption and surrogacy assistance

Legal resources

Identity theft protection

Job summary

Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects is seeking a senior project manager to lead multi-site data center construction initiatives in a flexible, hybrid setup. The role emphasizes differentiating design/constructability factors, stakeholder alignment, and rigorous budget/schedule management.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in project management, 5+ years in senior construction or design management, and holds relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field preferred, or 4+ years related experience.
• 5+ years of senior level construction management or design management experience.
• 15+ years of project management experience.
• Minimum of two successful data center construction projects.
• Experience on projects under design and/or construction.
• Advanced certifications such as CCM, PMP, CEM, or CPMP.
• Flexibility to travel to work location.
• Commitment to sustainable and energy-efficient design practices.

Responsibilities

• You’ll identify differentiating factors concerning approach, design, and constructability during the construction lifecycle.
• You’ll be responsible for ensuring alignment between all project stakeholders.
• You’ll be accountable for managing overall project delivery.
• You’ll be responsible for project budget through effective scope management, schedule management, cost control, change control, cashflow forecasting, risk management, and implementation of recovery strategies.
• You’ll participate in continuous improvement plans as directed and/or through proactive application of personal expertise.
• You’ll maintain a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Client’s project processes, procedures, and policies and is responsible for enforcing the use and conformance thereof.
• You’ll develop and maintain continuous positive relationships with the Client and their representatives.
• You’ll monitor the training of all project staff personnel in coordination with the client and with available programs.
• You’ll promote positive staff morale, professionalism, and attitude and assists to resolve potential deficiencies when identified or perceived.
• You’ll maintain a thorough understanding of the Company/Owner contract and all project correspondence and documentation.

Skills

Flexible working arrangements

People management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field, or 4+ years related experience

Advanced certifications (CCM, PMP, CEM, CPMP)

Job description

Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects is seeking a senior project manager to lead multi-site data center construction initiatives in a flexible, hybrid setup. The role emphasizes differentiating design/constructability factors, stakeholder alignment, and rigorous budget/schedule management.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in project management, 5+ years in senior construction or design management, and holds relevant certifications.