Senior Project Manager – Data Centers

Accenture

. Lead the design-to-construction interface, ensuring alignment between design intent and field execution .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing multidiscipline design teams and overseeing project execution in the Data Center market, ensuring alignment between design intent and construction activities. Proficient in risk management, stakeholder engagement, and utilizing project scheduling tools to drive project success.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Engineering Design ExperienceProject Management in Data Center MarketDesign-Build and EPC Project ExperienceMultidiscipline Team ManagementProficiency in MS Office Suite

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Hard Skills

Engineering DesignProject ManagementRisk ManagementQA/QC ReviewsDesign CoordinationConstruction DocumentationScheduling Software (P6)RFI ManagementSubmittal ManagementDesign Clarifications

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership SkillsOrganizational SkillsSelf-Motivation

Tools & Technologies

MS ProjectSmartsheetMS Office SuiteTeamsOutlookExcelPowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

BS or MS Degree in EngineeringArchitectureConstruction Management

Industry Keywords

Data CenterDesign-BuildEngineering Procurement ConstructionField Start-Up ServicesIntegrated Project Delivery

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design-to-construction interface, ensuring alignment between design intent and field execution
Drive design execution and coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, and client stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
Manage RFIs, submittals, design clarifications, and design changes
Facilitate cross-functional coordination between design, construction, and owner teams to resolve issues and mitigate risks
Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and risk management while driving timely issue resolution
Conduct QA/QC reviews of design packages and construction documentation
Coordinate architectural, structural, civil, MEP, and contractor disciplines to support integrated project delivery
Support commissioning, turnover, and operational readiness activities
Lead stakeholder engagement through OAC meetings, governance forums, and project reporting
Serve as the primary liaison between design and construction teams from concept through completion

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS or MS Degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management
Minimum of 8+ years of engineering design experience, with at least 3 years managing multidiscipline design teams
Experience managing projects in the Data Center market
Experience with Design-Build and/or Engineering, Procurement, and Construction projects
Resident Engineer or field start-up services experience
Familiarity with project scheduling tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, etc.)
Proficient in the MS Office Suite (Teams, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint)
Working knowledge of scheduling software like P6
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Strong self-motivation, leadership, and organizational skills
Implementing work priorities to ensure the orderly flow of construction documentation throughout the construction process

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
Leadership development
Technical upskilling
Certification support
Flexible work arrangements