Accenture Construct - Construction Manager, Transit, ANS

Job Description

Job Description

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

You didn't get into this to manage one piece of a project. You got into it to change how the world gets built.

At Accenture Construct, that's the job. You'll help deliver the data centers, power grids, rail networks, factories and public infrastructure that keep communities moving — smarter, safer and more sustainably.

You'll work alongside people who think big and act bold: project managers, engineers, technologists and strategists who pair real-world delivery with AI. And you won't be handed a slice of it. We take on whole programs, from early strategy through construction and handover, and we stand behind how they land.

Because “good enough” builds the past. You're here to build what's next.

Visit us here to learn more about ​Accenture Construct

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

THE WORK:

• You’ll act as the Owner’s representative in all aspects of project delivery.  
• You’ll provide executive‑level oversight of construction activities, staff, and consultants.  
• You’ll serve as a primary advisor to Client executive leadership, supporting strategic decisions and issue resolution.  
• You’ll lead and direct Resident Engineers, inspectors, project controls personnel, and support staff.  

• You’ll maintain full accountability for project‑wide safety performance.  
• You’ll ensure protection of Client employees, State personnel, contractor staff, and the traveling public at all times.  
• You’ll drive a proactive safety culture targeting zero lost‑time incidents.  
• You’ll oversee contractor safety programs, audits, and incident‑response protocols.  

• You’ll lead all aspects of construction execution from mobilization through closeout.  
• You’ll ensure alignment with project scope, contractual requirements, and Client objectives.  
• You’ll monitor and manage schedule and budget performance, reporting directly to executive leadership.
• You’ll identify and mitigate project risks, implementing corrective actions as needed.  
• You’ll oversee coordination across engineering, construction, and operational interfaces.

• You’ll provide senior‑level oversight of contract administration, claims, and change management.
• You’ll lead negotiation and resolution of complex change orders and contractor claims.  
• You’ll ensure strict conformance with all Client contract documents, specifications, and regulatory requirements.  
• You’ll advise Client leadership on contractual risks and commercial strategies.  

• You’ll oversee and integrate all project functions, including engineering/design coordination, construction management, QA/QC, materials testing, environmental compliance (CEQA/NEPA), third‑party coordination, and community outreach. 
• You’ll lead constructability reviews and provide strategic input on design packages. 
• You’ll provide executive oversight of CPM scheduling, phasing, and sequencing strategies.  
• You’ll validate cost controls, forecasts, and contingency management.  
• You’ll direct recovery planning and schedule‑acceleration strategies when required.

• You’ll represent the Client in public forums, community meetings, and interagency coordination.  
• You’ll maintain relationships with regulatory agencies and key stakeholders.  
• You’ll coordinate with transit operations to minimize disruptions to service.  
• 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 in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration or another related field
• Minimum 12+ years of construction management experience, with a strong focus on large-scale infrastructure or transit projects
• Demonstrated experience delivering projects valued at $50M+ (preferably significantly larger)
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience in the management of major construction contracts of similar size and scope
• Valid California Class C driver’s license

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Professional Engineer (PE), CCM, or PMP certification
• Experience with FTA-funded projects, including compliance (Buy America/BABA)
• Experience with rail systems or complex transit infrastructure
• Familiarity with EV charging infrastructure projects
• Proven experience acting as an Owner’s Representative or in a client-facing consulting role Deep knowledge of:
  • California public works contracting
  • Transit project delivery (rail, bus, or facilities)
  • Contract administration, claims, and change management

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 Illinois, Maine, Minnesota, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Virginia or Washington as set forth below.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• The biggest builds going. Hyperscale data centers, grid and generation, transit and rail, chip fabs, mines, water. If it's complex and it matters, it's on our list.
• You own the outcome. Not a workstream. Not a deliverable. Whether the program lands.
• AI that shows up on site. Program control that predicts instead of records. You'll use it, and you'll help shape it.
• Scale without the distance. More than 5,000 practitioners across the Americas, EMEA and APAC, on a team small enough that people know your name.
• Serious investment in you. Leadership development, technical upskilling and certification support.
• Work that outlasts you. People will use what you build for forty years without knowing your name. That's the point.
• Recognition that means something in this industry. Accenture Construct is ranked #6 globally in ENR's 2026 Top 50 Program Management Firms and #4 in Building Design + Construction's Top 80 Construction Management Firms for 2026.

ABOUT ACCENTURE CONSTRUCT

• Accenture Construct is Accenture's global capital projects business.
• The data centers behind AI. The grid behind the energy transition. The rail, water and airports everything else runs on.
• We plan them, engineer them, deliver them and hand them over — and unlike most of this market, we're on the hook for whether they land on time. More than 5,000 practitioners across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. One team that owns the whole thing.

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.

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Accenture is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

Accenture Construct offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and 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; and identity theft protection.

Benefits eligibility may vary by state, country, and role. Please connect with your recruiter for more information.