Infrastructure & Capital Projects, Data Center Senior Scheduler, ANS

Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects, LLC

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects is seeking a Data Center Senior Scheduler to join their team. This role involves creating and managing detailed project schedules for data center construction, from design through closeout. The position focuses on defining activities, sequencing workflows, estimating durations, allocating resources, and identifying critical paths and dependencies. The Senior Scheduler will track progress against baseline schedules, prepare reports with earned value and variance analyses, identify and mitigate schedule risks, and perform 'what-if' analyses. Collaboration with project managers, engineers, contractors, and vendors is key, as is coordinating subcontractor and supplier schedules into a master schedule using tools like Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project. The role also involves optimizing workflows and resource allocations, documenting timelines, and analyzing lessons learned. The work location is flexible, including remote, client site, or Accenture office options.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or a related field, OR equivalent relevant experience
10+ years of experience in project scheduling, preferably within data center or mission-critical construction projects
Proficiency in scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent platforms

Nice To Haves

Proven ability to manage complex schedules for large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with owner objectives
Knowledge of industry standards such as PMI or AACE scheduling guidelines is preferred
Strong understanding of construction processes, workflows, and dependencies, with a focus on MEP systems
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse project teams and stakeholders

Responsibilities

Create and manage detailed project schedules covering all phases of data center construction, from design through closeout.
Define activities, sequence workflows, estimate durations, and allocate resources to build accurate project timelines.
Identify critical paths, key milestones, and dependencies to ensure schedules align with owner objectives.
Track progress against the baseline schedule, preparing regular reports with earned value, milestone, and variance analyses.
Identify schedule risks early, assess potential impacts, and recommend or implement mitigation strategies.
Perform “what-if” analyses and develop recovery schedules to keep projects on track amid changes or disruptions.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and vendors to align and communicate schedule updates effectively.
Coordinate subcontractor and supplier schedules into a cohesive master schedule using tools like Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
Optimize workflows and resource allocations to enhance efficiency and meet project deadlines.
Document actual versus planned timelines, maintain historical schedule data, and analyze lessons learned for future improvement.