Senior Data Center Project Controls Lead

Accenture PLC; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Construct is seeking a senior project controls professional to lead budget tracking, forecasting and risk management across complex data-center programs. You will standardize cost tracking, review contractor agreements and deliver concise updates for leadership, with travel to sites as needed.

The role blends remote and onsite work, joining a team that spans client sites and Accenture offices. A deep background in cost control and Earned Value is expected.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction project controls.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent practical background.
• Strong knowledge of cost tracking, change orders, and risk fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience with Earned Value or resource-based data.
• Background in data center, manufacturing, or complex commissioning projects.

Responsibilities

• You’ll assist with budget tracking, forecasting, invoice checks, accruals, and identifying project risks.
• You’ll help standardize cost, schedule, and risk tracking processes.
• You’ll prepare concise financial and risk updates for project teams and leadership.
• You’ll review contractor agreements, flag budget gaps, and highlight early risks during preconstruction.
• You’ll coordinate with scheduling and delivery teams to resolve issues quickly.
• You’ll support variance reports, cash-flow forecasts, and leadership reviews.
• You’ll link cost and schedule data for integrated project reporting.
• You’ll deliver accurate outputs under senior guidance and travel to data center sites as needed.

Skills

Budget tracking

Forecasting

Invoice checks

Risk management

Project controls

Communication

Cost tracking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent

Tools

Earned Value

Oracle Unifier

Job description

Accenture Construct is seeking a senior project controls professional to lead budget tracking, forecasting and risk management across complex data-center programs. You will standardize cost tracking, review contractor agreements and deliver concise updates for leadership, with travel to sites as needed.

The role blends remote and onsite work, joining a team that spans client sites and Accenture offices. A deep background in cost control and Earned Value is expected.