Infrastructure & Capital Projects - Project Director (Power Generation), ANS

Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects, LLC • St. Louis, MO

1d • $175,000 - $225,000 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 15+ years of experience in large-scale capital project delivery within power generation or process industries
• Demonstrated experience leading the full lifecycle delivery of at least one CCGT power plant project (development through commissioning) and a deep experience with combined cycle plant systems, including gas turbines, HRSGs, and balance of plant
• Experience delivering projects for a regulated utility, independent power producer, or EPC contractor and proven ability to lead projects exceeding $500M in total installed cost
• Strong leadership experience managing large, multi-disciplinary teams across engineering, permitting, construction, commissioning, and technology/Gen AI enablement
• Expertise in project delivery models, including EPC, EPCM, and/or multi-prime contracting and strong understanding of project controls, including cost management, scheduling, and risk management

Nice To Haves

• Experience serving as Owner’s Representative or in an EPCM delivery model
• Prior experience supporting regulatory approvals (e.g., CPCN or equivalent)
• Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, or AACEi (CCP, PSP)
• Experience implementing Project Delivery Systems and Stage Gate governance models
• Familiarity with digital project delivery tools (Primavera P6, Maximo, Procore, advanced analytics/AI tools)

Responsibilities

• Serve as the single point of accountability to utility clients for providing full lifecycle professional services support on a multi unit maplej a utility-scale CCGT project, from early development through commissioning and turnover to operations.
• Establish and lead the integrated project organization across engineering, permitting, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project controls.
• Provide executive-level leadership to ensure alignment of project objectives with business case, regulatory commitments, and operational requirements.
• Lead early project development activities including site development, permitting strategy, commercial structuring, and execution planning.
• Oversee preliminary engineering, OEM engagement, and long-lead equipment reservation strategies.
• Direct development of Class III cost estimates, integrated Level 2 and Level 3 schedules, and risk assessments.
• Define contracting strategy (EPC, EPCM, or multi-prime) and lead contractor sourcing and negotiations.
• Ensure readiness for regulatory approvals and investment decisions through structured stage gate processes.
• Lead all aspects of project execution, including detailed engineering oversight, procurement, construction management, and commissioning.
• Ensure safe, predictable, and high-quality construction and installation of major plant systems, including gas turbines, HRSGs, and balance of plant.
• Oversee integrated schedule and cost performance, ensuring alignment with contractual commitments and financial targets.
• Direct construction management and field execution teams, ensuring effective coordination across multiple contractors and work packages.
• Lead commissioning, startup, and performance testing through achievement of substantial completion and commercial operation.
• Implement and enforce a robust Project Delivery System, including stage gate governance and independent assurance reviews.
• Ensure best-in-class project controls across cost, schedule, scope, risk, and change management.
• Provide executive reporting on project performance, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Lead proactive risk identification and mitigation, including supply chain, labor, regulatory, and contractor performance risks.
• Serve as the primary interface with executive stakeholders, regulators, partners, and contractors.
• Ensure alignment between owner, contractors, and key suppliers across all phases of delivery.
• Lead commercial strategy execution, including contract management, claims avoidance/resolution, and performance management.
• Support regulatory filings, approvals, and stakeholder communications as required.
• Build and lead a high-performing, integrated project team across development and execution phases.
• Mentor and develop project managers, engineers, and project controls professionals.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision coverage
• basic life and AD&D insurance
• short- and long-term disability
• a 401(k) with employer match
• health savings and flexible spending accounts
• paid time off and holidays
• paid maternity and parental caregiver leave
• adoption and surrogacy assistance
• supplemental insurance plans
• an employee assistance program
• legal resources
• identity theft protection

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director