Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Data Center Industry Program Manager

Jobtailor; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture seeks a seasoned Owner's Representative to lead complex data center capital projects, from planning through execution and handover. You will oversee multi-disciplinary teams, manage budgets, schedules and performance, and ensure alignment with client objectives.

You will build client relationships, support business development with industry expertise and proposals, and develop program tools that improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction-related field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in data center industry with MEP knowledge.
• 15+ years of progressive experience.
• Demonstrated functional knowledge of all phases of construction and capital projects.
• Experience in project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Serve as advisor and SME, building client relationships and providing strategic guidance.
• Support business development through industry expertise, thought leadership, proposals and events.
• Act as Owner's Representative overseeing capital projects from planning to handover.
• Lead project planning and delivery, ensuring alignment with budgets, schedules and performance.
• Develop and implement program tools, processes and initiatives that drive operational excellence.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors and client teams for successful execution.
• Identify and mitigate risks and maintain clear communication across teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relationship

Data Center

MEP Knowledge

Capital Delivery

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management

Bachelor's in Project Management

Bachelor's in Engineering

Bachelor's in Architecture

Tools

Construction Management

Project Delivery

Resource Planning

Risk Mitigation

Program Performance Monitoring

Job description

• 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 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.


• 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in construction management, project management, engineering, architecture, or equivalent experience/degree


• 10+ years experience in the data center industry including strong knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) disciplines


• 15+ years of progressive experience.


• Demonstrated functional knowledge of all phases of construction and capital projects.


• Experience in project delivery

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in project management and construction oversight, with a strong focus on client relationship building, operational excellence, and strategic guidance in the data center industry. Proficient in managing complex capital projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and performance metrics.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Project Management


• Client Relationship Management


• Data Center Industry Expertise


• Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) Knowledge


• Capital Project Delivery

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Construction Management


• Project Delivery


• Resource Planning


• Risk Mitigation


• Program Performance Monitoring

Soft Skills

• Strategic Guidance


• Effective Communication


• Stakeholder Engagement


• Team Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management


• Bachelor's Degree in Project Management


• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering


• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Industry Keywords

• Capital Projects


• Owner's Representative


• Operational Excellence


• Proposal Development


• Industry Events