Accenture Construct – Design Senior Project Manager – Data Centers, ANS
About The Position
Accenture Construct is seeking a Senior Project Manager for data center projects. This role leads the interface between design and construction, aligning design intent with field execution and coordinating architects, engineers, contractors, and client stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. The position oversees project scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, and issue resolution, and serves as the primary liaison between design and construction teams from concept through completion. The role also supports commissioning, turnover, and operational readiness to enable successful project handover. The work location includes a mix of remote work, onsite work at a client location, and work in an Accenture office or center. Some in-person time is expected for collaboration, learning, and relationship-building; Accenture says it will be as flexible as possible to support work/life needs.
Requirements
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- BS or MS degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management.
- At least 8 years of engineering design experience, including at least 3 years managing multidisciplinary design teams.
- Experience managing projects in the data center market.
- Experience with Design-Build and/or Engineering, Procurement, and Construction projects.
- Resident Engineer or field start-up services experience.
- Familiarity with project scheduling tools such as MS Project or Smartsheet.
- Proficiency in the MS Office Suite, including Teams, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Working knowledge of scheduling software such as P6.
- Strong self-motivation, leadership, and organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree or certificates.
- Data center construction experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design-to-construction interface and ensure alignment between design intent and field execution.
- Drive design execution and coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, and client stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Manage RFIs, submittals, design clarifications, and design changes to maintain project momentum.
- Facilitate coordination between design, construction, and owner teams to resolve issues and mitigate risks.
- Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and risk management, and drive timely issue resolution.
- Conduct QA/QC reviews of design packages and construction documentation to ensure quality and compliance.
- Coordinate architectural, structural, civil, MEP, and contractor disciplines to support integrated project delivery.
- Support commissioning, turnover, and operational readiness activities for successful project handover.
- Lead stakeholder engagement through OAC meetings, governance forums, and project reporting.
- Serve as the primary liaison between design and construction teams, ensuring execution from concept through completion.
- Implement work priorities to ensure the orderly flow of construction documentation throughout construction.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Basic life and AD&D insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- 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.
- Employee assistance program.
- Legal resources.
- Identity theft protection.
- Leadership development, technical upskilling, and certification support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
