Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Program Manager, ANS

Accenture; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects seeks a seasoned leader to serve as Owner's Representative for data center capital projects. You will guide planning, design, procurement and execution, ensuring alignment with client objectives, budgets and schedules.

You will build strategic client relationships, lead business development efforts, and drive innovation across program tools and processes to achieve operational excellence. Hybrid/remote collaboration is available.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert, building strong client relationships and providing strategic guidance to solve complex project and business challenges.
• Support business development efforts through industry expertise, thought leadership, proposal development, and participation in industry events.
• Act as an Owner's Representative, overseeing capital projects from planning and initiation through execution, closeout, and handover.
• Lead project planning and delivery activities, ensuring alignment with client objectives, budgets, schedules, and performance expectations.
• Develop and implement program tools, processes, and initiatives that drive operational excellence, team growth, and client success.
• Build and maintain impactful relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including presenting recommendations and updates to executive leadership.
• Monitor program performance, assess client needs, analyze key metrics, and recommend scalable solutions that improve efficiency and outcomes.
• Advise clients on resource planning and allocation strategies, including staffing and Owner Furnished Equipment (OFE) management.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and client teams to drive successful project execution and achievement of program goals.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while fostering effective communication and coordination across project teams, vendors, subcontractors, and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

MEP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in construction management, project management, engineering, architecture

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 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.
• 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.

$175,000 - $185,000 a year

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HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• 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

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and computer skills
• Proficient in reading and understanding contract documents, plans and specifications
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite, and other capital projects platforms

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