Infrastructure & Capital Projects- Utilities Project Manager

Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects, LLC; Mays Landing (NJ); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects, LLC is seeking a seasoned project manager to lead high‑risk electrical utilities projects from initiation to delivery in a flexible work model. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder interactions to ensure safety, compliance, and performance.

This role requires a bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience, with a preference for candidates with supervisory experience and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• 5 years’ experience in electrical utilities project management.
• Experience administering large dollar projects.
• Professional experience in electric transmission and substation construction projects.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets Accenture requirements.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible and accountable for overall project performance — including scope, quality, schedule, and innovation — for the most complex and high-risk projects.
• Serve as the primary communicator with the sponsor and key stakeholders on all project issues.
• Manage project finances, scope, cost, scheduling, environmental considerations, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder relationships.
• Interface with both internal and external stakeholders to coordinate all project requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and present project status updates to the Program Manager and the customer’s project management leadership.
• Identify and secure the necessary project team resources to ensure successful execution.
• Review contractor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project scope and terms.
• Lead detailed, regularly scheduled project meetings and presentations to align teams and stakeholders.
• Foster strong working relationships between the project manager, line managers, and team members assigned to the project.
• Manage project costs and develop recovery plans when needed to stay within budget limits.
• Ensure all project team members clearly understand their responsibilities and deliverables.
• Coach and lead team members in developing task plans, spending plans, and communication plans that align with project goals.
• 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

Electrical utilities

Supervisory experience

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

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 be responsible and accountable for overall project performance — including scope, quality, schedule, and innovation — for the most complex and high-risk projects.
• You’ll serve as the primary communicator with the sponsor and key stakeholders on all project issues.
• You’ll manage project finances, scope, cost, scheduling, environmental considerations, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder relationships.
• You’ll interface with both internal and external stakeholders to coordinate all project requirements.
• You’ll develop, maintain, and present project status updates to the Program Manager and the customer’s project management leadership.
• You’ll identify and secure the necessary project team resources to ensure successful execution.
• You’ll review contractor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project scope and terms.
• You’ll lead detailed, regularly scheduled project meetings and presentations to align teams and stakeholders.
• You’ll foster strong working relationships between the project manager, line managers, and team members assigned to the project.
• You’ll manage project costs and develop recovery plans when needed to stay within budget limits.
• You’ll ensure all project team members clearly understand their responsibilities and deliverables.
• You’ll coach and lead team members in developing task plans, spending plans, and communication plans that align with project goals.
• 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 from an accredited university
• 5 years’ experience in electrical utilities project management
• Experience administering large dollar projects
• Professional experience in electric transmission and substation construction projects
• Previous supervisory experience
• Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets Accenture requirements

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• PMP or be willing to obtain PMP within 1 year
• Ability to coordinate work scope with multiple work groups or contractors
• Proficient experience in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of OSHA safety policies
• Knowledge of project management concepts and principles

$100,000 - $140,000 a year

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