Data Center Construction Project Controls Manager

Accenture

. Assist with budget tracking, forecasting, invoice checks, accruals, and identifying project risks .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeSandersville • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $150,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in construction project controls, including budget tracking, risk management, and cost analysis. Proficient in utilizing project management systems like Oracle Unifier to enhance project efficiency and reporting.

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Construction Project ControlsBudget TrackingRisk ManagementEarned Value AnalysisOracle Unifier

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Hard Skills

Cost TrackingChange OrdersRisk FundamentalsVariance ReportingCash-Flow ForecastingData AnalysisProject Controls ProcessesNegotiation of Project ChangesMetrics AnalysisReporting Organization

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Oracle UnifierProject Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Data Center ProjectsManufacturing ProjectsComplex Commissioning ProjectsMulti-Stakeholder ProgramsMulti-Project Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with budget tracking, forecasting, invoice checks, accruals, and identifying project risks
Help standardize cost, schedule, and risk tracking processes
Prepare concise financial and risk updates for project teams and leadership
Review contractor agreements, flag budget gaps, and highlight early risks during preconstruction
Coordinate with scheduling and delivery teams to resolve issues quickly
Support variance reports, cash-flow forecasts, and leadership reviews
Link cost and schedule data for integrated project reporting
Deliver accurate outputs under senior guidance
Travel to data center sites as needed
Work across remote, client-site, and Accenture office or center environments
Collaborate in person with clients, peers, leaders, and communities

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in construction project controls
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent practical background
Strong knowledge of cost tracking, change orders, and risk fundamentals
Hands-on experience with Earned Value or resource-based data
Background in data center, manufacturing, or complex commissioning projects
Excellent analytical skills, communication, and reporting organization
Experience supporting or helping negotiate project changes or claims
Prior experience in a project controls or cost management team environment
Exposure to multi-stakeholder or multi-project programs
Participation in implementing or improving project controls processes
Ability to analyze metrics and recommend efficiency improvements
Familiarity with Oracle Unifier or similar project management systems
Ability to travel to data center sites as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Basic life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability
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
Flexible work arrangements, including remote, client-site, and Accenture office or center work
In-person collaboration, learning, and relationship-building opportunities