Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Small Business Specialist – K-12, ANS

Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects is seeking a Small Business Specialist to join their team. This role focuses on developing and delivering infrastructure projects, such as factories, grids, transit systems, and public infrastructure, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. The specialist will work with a team of project managers, engineers, technologists, and strategists to transform capital project planning, management, and execution. The role involves working onsite with clients and partners to foster relationships and ensure project delivery.

Requirements

Minimum of four (4) years professional experience in a public or private agency related to performing field work for community-based organizations, coordinating with contractors in small business workforce development, including pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship trainings and compliance with state-mandated apprenticeship placements and requirements.
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or related field OR Candidates without the degree specified may be allowed to compensate experience on a year-for-year basis for up to 2 years.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development, marketing, and execution of seminars and/or symposiums for contractors, architects, engineers, construction management professionals, and goods and service providers to increase the competitiveness of small businesses.
Provide information to District personnel, community groups, business and trade organizations, education agencies, and the public concerning procurement policies and procedures for the Los Angeles Unified School District’s Procurement Services and Facilities Services Division.
Meet with general contractors, sub-contractors, and local trade unions to arrange job placement and apprenticeship enrollment for “We Build” graduates on Los Angeles Unified School District projects.
Monitor the “We Build” Program’s training programs at designated Division of Adult and Career Education Occupational and Skills Centers by reviewing trainee evaluations, skills progress, training track, and attendance records.
Develop and maintain partnerships with District representatives, small businesses, trades unions, community and faith-based organizations, and local agencies to support participation in the school building construction program and procurement services process, including “We Build” students and graduates.
Refer participants to other social services support programs and agencies as needed.
Represent the District’s Small Business Enterprise at community events and meetings to provide information on eligibility requirements, training curriculum, business and contracting opportunities, and construction career opportunities with the District.
Develop and maintain a master calendar for LAUSD’s Small Business and Contractor Academy programs.
Assist small businesses with navigating the certification process and working with offices within LAUSD to obtain information on upcoming bidding opportunities.
Provide information and written reports to Small Business Supervisors for presentations before the Board of Education, Bond Oversight Committee, and other audiences.