Infrastructure & Capital Projects - Senior Cost Manager, ANS

Accenture; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects is seeking a cost-focused professional to help plan, manage, and deliver major capital projects onsite with clients. You will prepare cost estimates, develop cost plans, and contribute to procurement processes, while advising on cost implications at design team meetings.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor's degree in a cost/construction field and at least 4+ years of cost management experience, with CostX and MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a cost/construction focus.
• 4+ years of cost management experience.
• Proficient with CostX to produce estimates and bills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, cost plans, and benchmarking reports.
• Develop Value Engineering and Life Cycle Costing options.
• Identify risks and support risk registers; contribute to pre-contract and procurement processes.
• Attend client and design team meetings; advise on cost implications and capture actions.
• Assist with lease negotiations, change orders, invoices, cost reports, and development appraisals.
• Contribute to project templates and draft qualification questionnaires.

Skills

Cost management

MS Office proficiency

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Data Analytics or related

Tools

CostX

Microsoft Office

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 prepare cost estimates, cost plans, and benchmarking reports.
• You'll develop Value Engineering and Life Cycle Costing options.
• You'll identify risks, support risk registers, and contribute to pre-contract and procurement processes.
• You'll attend client and design team meetings, advise on cost implications, and capture key actions.
• You'll assist with lease negotiations, change orders, invoices, cost reports, and development appraisals.
• You'll contribute to project templates, draft qualification questionnaires, and take on additional duties as required.
• Onsite at client site: The work location for this role is onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery and cultivate our client relationships.
• 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 Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Data Analytics or another cost / construction focused
• 4+ years of minimum cost management experience
• Strong understanding of Cost Management (cost reports, change orders, cash flows etc.)Minimum five (5) years of experience in cost estimating or quantity surveying
• Proficient in the use of advanced functions in CostX to produce estimates, bills, etc.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & PowerPoint) at an appropriate level

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Experience working with data centers or similar mission-critical projects
• MRICS status
• Knowledge of relevant construction technologies and trends (e.g., Sustainability)
• Field experience
• Contact preparation skills
• Post contract administration skills
• Project close-out skills
• Team player with clear verbal and written communication skills
• Organized and detail-oriented

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.

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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.

135000 - 155000 USD a year

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