Infrastructure & Capital Projects-Associate Director, ANS

<p><strong>You’ve Never Been Satisfied with "Good Enough."</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>You want to make an impact, not just manage projects, but change how the world gets built. At<strong> Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects,</strong> 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.</p> <p> </p> <p>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.</p> <p> </p> <p>Because “good enough” builds the past. <strong>You’re here to build what’s next, on a team that outperforms every norm.</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>Visit us here to learn more about ​<a href="https://www.accenture.com/us-en/services/infrastructure-capital-projects">Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects</a></p> <p> </p><p>As Accenture continues to grow, you may see a variety of new career opportunities, and depending on the role and location you may be directed to apply through Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects LLP or one of our other legal entities - Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects, LLC or Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects Inc., with benefits varying by country and role, so please check with your recruiter for details.</p> <p></p> <p></p><p><br></p><b>THE WORK:</b><ul> <li>Serve as the primary lead for major client accounts or a portfolio of smaller projects, ensuring exceptional service delivery and client satisfaction.</li> <li>Drive client retention, account expansion, and business development to support overall firm growth.</li> <li>Lead client presentations, negotiations, and fee proposal development and management.</li> <li>Identify and capitalize on new opportunities to grow the Cost Management service offering.</li> <li>Oversee financial performance — including revenue tracking, margin analysis, accounts receivable, and forecasting — to ensure profitability.</li> <li>Lead cost control strategies and provide expert guidance in capital planning, procurement, commercial management, and risk mitigation.</li> <li>Deliver value engineering and cost-saving recommendations that maintain quality and performance standards.</li> <li>Manage and develop a high-performing team through effective recruitment, mentoring, and training initiatives.</li> <li>Lead internal QA/QC reviews, post-project evaluations, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance quality and process efficiency.</li> <li>Champion operational excellence by monitoring KPIs and optimizing processes to improve performance.</li> <li>Represent the firm at industry events and act as a senior advisor, reinforcing the company’s brand reputation and leadership.</li> </ul><p><br></p><b>HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED:</b><ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, or a related field.</li> <li>Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in Cost Management, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity. Data Center Experience preferable </li> <li>Certifications (preferred): MRICS, CCP, PMP or equivalent.</li> </ul><p><br></p><p></p> <div>$175,000 - $200,000 a year</div><small><div>Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Massachusetts, Illinois, Minnesota, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Maryland, New York or Washington as set forth below.</div> <div><strong>We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.</strong></div></small> <p>We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.</p> <p> </p> <p>For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement</p> <p>Accenture is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.</p> <p> </p> <p>Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.</p>

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