Infrastructure & Capital Projects, Director - Data Center Construction, ANS

Director, Data Center Construction

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.

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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

• Identify differentiating factors concerning approach, design, and constructability during the construction lifecycle.
• Ensure alignment between all project stakeholders.
• Manage overall project delivery.
• Manage the project budget through effective scope management, schedule management, cost control, change control, cashflow forecasting, risk management, and implementation of recovery strategies.
• Participate in continuous improvement plans.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Client’s project processes, procedures, and policies and enforce conformance.
• Develop and maintain continuous positive relationships with the Client and their representatives.
• Monitor the training of all project staff personnel in coordination with the client and with available programs.
• Promote positive staff morale, professionalism, and attitude and assist to resolve potential deficiencies.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the Company/Owner contract and all project correspondence and documentation.

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.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field preferred, OR an additional four (4) years of related experience.
• 5+ years of senior level construction management or design management experience.
• 15+ years of project management experience.
• Minimum of two successful data center construction projects.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience on projects under design and/or construction.
• Shown acumen for managing people.
• Advanced certifications such as CCM, PMP, CEM, or CPMP.
• Experience commissioning hyperscale and / or colocation data centers.
• Flexibility to travel to work locations.
• Commitment to sustainable and energy-efficient design practices.

Key skills/competency

• Data Center Construction
• Project Management
• Construction Management
• Infrastructure Projects
• Stakeholder Management
• Budget Management
• Risk Management
• Client Relationship Management
• Team Leadership
• Digital Innovation