Infrastructure & Capital Projects, Cost Manager, Data Center Construction, ANS

As Accenture continues to grow, we have an increasing number of career opportunities available to you. Depending on the job and location, you may be directed to apply with Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects LLP or one of the following Legal entities: 

* Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects, LLC 

* Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects Inc. 

Please note that benefits can vary by country and role. Please check with your recruiter for more information. 

WHO WE ARE: 

We are Industry X, Infrastructure & Capital Projects. We are reinventing how capital projects are planned, designed, managed and executed. We help our clients efficiently and sustainably build and upgrade the factories, plants, networks, grids, transport and public infrastructure we need to live and work.​​Local knowledge backed by global capabilities and experience. That’s how we deliver better outcomes for our clients. Our experienced program and project managers work on the ground, hand in hand with our industry experts, strategists, technologists and ecosystem partners to help us improve project performance and outcomes. We balance the need to make improvements immediately with the desire to transform the way projects are delivered in the future. ​​

From inception to completion, we use deep "hands on" design and construction experience coupled with data, technology and AI to help bring projects in on time and on budget. While helping to execute today, we focus on building a digital backbone to improve collaboration between stakeholders, reduce risk and use resources more efficiently. We digitally enable the workforce to help them predict issues, work more effectively and ensure their safety. ​​Together with our clients we are using technology and human ingenuity to reinvent the way our built world is created, operated and maintained. ​Visit us here to find out more about Industry X.

• You'll develop and manage comprehensive cost plans and budgets for all project phases, ensuring alignment with owner objectives. Prepare and present detailed cost reports, including budget status, cost variances, cash flow forecasts, and financial trends. Ensure transparent communication of financial data and recommendations to project managers, design teams, and stakeholders.
• You'll collaborate with estimators to validate and refine cost estimates during the inception and planning phases. Review and challenge cost assumptions to ensure realistic, accurate, and competitive pricing. Provide input on contract terms, payment schedules, and financial provisions to align with project and owner objectives. 
• You'll conduct cost forecasting and monitor financial performance to maintain adherence to approved budgets. Track actual expenditures, commitments, and variances, providing regular updates to owner stakeholders.
• You'll identify cost risks and collaborate with stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies, minimizing financial exposure.
• You'll assess and manage the financial impact of changes to project scope, design, or schedule to ensure that associated costs and variations are properly managed, documented, and communicated. Maintain a detailed change order log and ensure all approvals follow established protocols.
• You'll identify and propose cost-saving opportunities and value engineering initiatives without compromising quality or performance. Collaborate with design and construction teams to optimize resource allocation and minimize waste, ensuring cost efficiency.
• You'll ensure adherence to client policies, financial standards, and regulatory requirements (SOX Compliance). Conduct periodic audits and reconciliations to uphold accuracy, accountability, and transparency in project costs.
• You'll implement and maintain robust cost control systems to ensure accurate monitoring and management of project financials. Establish and maintain a robust database of cost benchmarks tailored to mission-critical data center projects.
• You'll provide a comprehensive financial summary to support owner records and future project benchmarking.
• You'll manage financial closeout activities, including the preparation of final cost reconciliations and detailed cost reports. Ensure all financial obligations, such as contractor payments and claims, are resolved before project handover.
• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field preferred, or additional four (4) years of related experience
• 8 years of experience in construction cost management, preferably within data center or mission-critical construction projects

• Proven ability to manage large budgets and deliver complex financial reporting
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with experience creating detailed reports and presentations
• Proficiency in cost management tools and software (e.g., CostX, Procore, SAP, Oracle). Proficiency in Microsoft and GSuite tools
• Solid understanding of procurement processes, contract management, and construction methodologies
• Strong knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) systems and their cost drivers
• Familiarity with industry standards such as AACE, RICS, or similar frameworks is preferred
• PMP Certification, Six Sigma Certification
• Data analytics and PowerBI capability
• Ability to travel or relocate to project areas

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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Salary : $90,000 - $155,000