Infrastructure & Capital Projects, Senior Project Manager, Data Center Construction, ANS

Accenture; Sealy (TX); Hybrid; USD 185,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking an experienced Data Center Project Manager to drive complex data center builds from conception to delivery. You will manage client relationships, lead cross-functional teams, and oversee budgets, contracts, and risk management to ensure successful project outcomes.

The role offers flexible work locations including remote, client sites, or Accenture offices, with travel as needed. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years in project management within data centers and a strong MEP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in project management, preferably within a data center or critical environment
• Experience managing full project lifecycle delivery
• Experience working with complex MEP systems and critical infrastructure

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for clients and stakeholders on data center projects
• Lead client meetings, reporting, and communication strategy throughout project lifecycles
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost control
• Review and approve subcontractor contracts and change orders
• Identify and mitigate financial risks to ensure strong commercial performance
• Support estimating, procurement, and bid strategy for data center opportunities
• Lead constructability reviews and value engineering for mission-critical environments
• Ensure alignment between design, scope, and execution strategy for data center delivery
• Oversee project schedules and identify delivery risks across internal teams and subcontractors
• 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.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Budget management

MEP systems experience

Construction management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management/Business/PM

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

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 (https://www.accenture.com/us-en/services/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 act as the primary point of contact for clients and key stakeholders across data center construction projects

• You’ll build and maintain strong relationships with hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center clients

• You’ll lead client meetings, reporting, and overall communication strategy throughout project lifecycles

• You’ll manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost control processes for complex data center builds

• You’ll review and approve subcontractor contracts, change orders, and pay applications

• You’ll identify and mitigate financial risks to ensure strong commercial performance

• You’ll support estimating, procurement, and bid strategy for data center construction opportunities

• You’ll lead constructability reviews and value engineering initiatives specific to mission-critical environments

• You’ll ensure alignment between design, scope, and execution strategy for data center delivery

• You’ll oversee project schedules, identify delivery risks, and drive accountability across internal teams and subcontractors

• 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.

$185,000 - $220,000 a year

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Illinois, Maine, Minnesota, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Virginia or Washington as set forth below.

We will accept applications until August 15th, 2026.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management Business, Project Management, or a related field.

• 8+ years of experience in project management, preferably within a data center or critical environment

• Experience managing full project lifecycle delivery

• Experience working with complex MEP systems and critical infrastructure

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Ability to travel or relocate to project locations

• Strong problem-solving abilities to identify issues and propose effective solutions

• Good verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with team members and vendors

• Ability to effectively lead a diverse team of professionals inside of a dynamic team environment while also being capable of taking initiative when necessary

• Strong understanding of construction documents, schedules, and workflows

• Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment

• Strong knowledge of industry standards

• Experience with or coordination of project management tools such as MS Project, Primavera or other relevant software

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