Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Deputy Construction Manager – Transit, ANS

Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects•Arlington, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects is seeking individuals who are driven to make a significant impact in the construction industry. This role involves developing and delivering critical infrastructure such as factories, grids, transit systems, and public facilities, with a focus on smarter, safer, and more sustainable methods. You will collaborate with a team of experienced professionals, blending real-world expertise with digital innovation and AI to transform capital project planning, management, and execution. The goal is to build for the future and exceed industry norms. As Accenture grows, opportunities may arise through various legal entities, with benefits varying by location and role.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field OR an additional four (4) years of construction-related experience in lieu of degree.
Minimum of 7 (seven) years of verified experience in program planning, design management, and construction oversight of transportation or transit infrastructure projects.
Minimum of 5 (five) years of verified experience in a Deputy CM, CM, or Senior Owner’s Representative role with direct responsibility for coordinating complex infrastructure projects through all phases—including design, bidding, construction, and close-out—within schedule, resource, and budget constraints.
Demonstrated experience supporting or leading construction management on transit, rail, bus rapid transit (BRT), highway, or related transportation capital programs in the Mid-Atlantic region (Virginia, Maryland, Washington DC, or adjacent states).
Familiarity with the procurement and project delivery requirements of one or more regional transit agencies (e.g., WMATA, VRE, MARC, NJ Transit, MTA, PATH/PANYNJ) or transportation agencies (VDOT, MDOT, DDOT, PANYNJ).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) or related tools.

Nice To Haves

PE (Professional Engineer), PMP (Project Management Professional), CCM (Certified Construction Manager), or equivalent professional certification.
Familiarity with VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, WMATA Design Criteria Standards, or FTA/FHWA construction oversight requirements.
Experience with federally funded transit capital programs and associated compliance and reporting obligations.
Working knowledge of project controls software (Primavera P6, e-Builder, Procore, or similar).
Ability to remain flexible and effective in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.
Ability to make sound and timely decisions under pressure and in response to unexpected field conditions or schedule impacts.
Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing problems and coordinating across diverse project teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience preparing executive-level briefings and client-facing reports.

Responsibilities

Serve as Deputy Construction Manager, supporting the CM in overseeing day-to-day construction activities for complex transportation and capital infrastructure projects in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Assist in managing and coordinating design reviews, plan approvals, and constructability reviews, identifying potential problems and taking corrective action or escalating issues.
Support the preparation of authorization documentation and project correspondence for transit authority clients, including letters, memoranda, and board-level reporting materials.
Prepare and maintain project budgets, schedules, and progress reports, ensuring alignment with contract requirements and client expectations.
Review the work of subconsultants and contractors and make recommendations on invoice approvals and payments.
Assist in administering construction contracts in compliance with applicable transit agency standards, regulations, and federal funding requirements (FTA, FHWA).
Track and manage cost and schedule performance, flagging variances and recommending corrective actions to the CM.
Prepare and issue monthly project construction status reports for client and Accenture leadership.
Review and make recommendations on contractor submittits and Requests for Information (RFIs), coordinating with design teams and agency staff.
Monitor and coordinate project construction activities in the field, including site visits and field inspections across the project corridor.
Coordinate project close-out activities, including punch lists, as-built documentation, and lessons learned.
Evaluate and make recommendations on scope changes and assist in preparing change orders for CM and client approval.
Conduct and coordinate briefings, presentations, and stakeholder meetings for transit agency clients, elected officials, and community representatives.
Interface with state and regional agencies (e.g., VDOT, MDOT, DDOT) to obtain project approvals and permits.
Monitor, coordinate, and evaluate all key project activities to ensure optimum scope/configuration control, cost/schedule compliance, and quality assurance/control of project design, specifications, contracting strategies, and contractor performance to support claims avoidance and mitigation.
Support the training and mentorship of junior project staff and owner’s representative team members on project delivery best practices.