Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Graduate Development Program - Data Center Cost Management, ANS

Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects, LLC; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects, LLC in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Cost Analyst to assist the Cost Manager in effectively managing project costs, preparing estimates, and supporting development appraisals. You will participate in client meetings, document actions, and help with change orders and cost reporting.

The role includes occasional travel to job locations and a mix of remote/onsite work, with opportunities to contribute to design team discussions and benchmarking analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, Engineering, Project Management, Finance / Accounting.
• 0–2 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Cost Manager in ensuring project costs are effectively managed.
• Prepare cost estimates and cost plans, incorporating benchmarking data for review.
• Attend client meetings with senior colleagues and document key discussion points and action items.
• Prepare and manage change order logs, invoice logs, and detailed cost reports.
• Oversee measurements and pricing research for development appraisals and qualification reviews.

Skills

Cost management

Estimates & cost planning

Client meetings

Communication

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 assist the Cost Manager in ensuring project costs are effectively managed.
• You’ll occasionally travel to job locations to attend required client meetings.
• You’ll prepare cost estimates and cost plans, incorporating benchmarking data for review.
• You’ll participate in design team meetings, assess cost implications, and help implement agreed outcomes.
• You’ll contribute to pre-contract process meetings by providing cost-related insights.
• You’ll attend client meetings with senior colleagues and document key discussion points and action items.
• You’ll prepare and manage change order logs, invoice logs, and detailed cost reports.
• You’ll oversee measurements and pricing research for development appraisals and qualification reviews.
• 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:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in:Construction Management,Construction Science,Engineering,Project Management,Finance / Accounting
• 0-2 years of experience

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Project Management Experience
• Team player with the ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing
• Organized and detail oriented

$75,000 - $85,000 a year

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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.

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