Infrastructure & Capital Projects -Lead Cost Manager, ANS

You've Never Been Satisfied with "Good Enough."

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.

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THE WORK:

• You'll be responsible for regional cost management of a global data center portfolio, managing a team of up to four resources and reporting into national leadership.
• You'll prepare and present funding requests as required to suit project progression, based on scope, estimates and historical data.
• You'll identify potential risks and help maintain the project's Risk Register.
• You'll assist in cost review and contract negotiation for key and OFCI work packages, making final recommendations on approval to the client.
• You'll create and manage cost control reports to track financial performance.
• You'll attend client meetings with senior colleagues and document key discussion points and actions.
• You will manage and review all project change requests from the supply chain and negotiate costs downwards where possible.
• You will establish and maintain the project cash flow forecast monthly
• You'll prepare and manage change order logs, invoice logs, and detailed cost reports.
• Onsite at client site: The work location for this role is onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery and cultivate our client relationships.
• With all our roles, there is some in-person time for collaboration, learning and building relationships with clients, peers, leaders and communities. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent - in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Data Analytics or another cost / construction focused
• 8+ years of minimum cost management experience
• Proficient in MS Office 365
• Strong understanding of Cost Management (cost reports, change

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Post contract administration skills
• Experience in Data Center projects
• Experience in team management
• Experience in client reporting and stakeholder management
• Project close-out skills

$155,000 - $190,000 a year

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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 & Capital Projects LLP or one of our other legal entities - Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects, LLC or Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects Inc., with benefits varying by country and role, so please check with your recruiter for details.