Vice President – Program & Construction Management, Transit

Accenture

. Lead and execute the regional growth strategy for Program and Construction Management services supporting transit and major transportation infrastructure .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesLead💰 $200,000 - $280,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Program Management and Construction Management, particularly within transit and public-sector projects, while effectively leading high-performing teams and fostering executive-level client relationships.

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Program ManagementConstruction ManagementProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseBusiness DevelopmentPublic-Agency Procurement

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Hard Skills

Risk ManagementCost ManagementSchedule ManagementStakeholder CoordinationAlternative Delivery MethodsCapital Improvement ProgramsExecutive OversightCapture PlanningTeaming StrategyMulti-Disciplinary Team Leadership

Soft Skills

MentoringLeadershipRelationship BuildingCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Transit AgenciesNorthern California Transportation MarketFTA-Funded ProgramsPublic-Sector ProjectsGovernanceFunding EnvironmentsBARTVTACaltrainSFMTA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and execute the regional growth strategy for Program and Construction Management services supporting transit and major transportation infrastructure
Serve as the firm’s executive client lead for key Northern California transit agencies and municipal clients
Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities
Oversee capture planning, pursuit strategy, teaming, and executive-level interviews
Strengthen and expand relationships with public-sector owners, decision-makers, and industry partners
Provide executive oversight of major programs, including schedule, cost, risk management, constructability, and stakeholder coordination
Build, mentor, and lead high-performing teams
Develop future leaders within the organization
Collaborate with firm leadership to align regional initiatives with enterprise-wide strategic objectives
Represent the firm through industry leadership, professional organizations, and regional forums
Work remotely, onsite at a client, or in an Accenture office or center as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 20 years of experience in program management, construction management, or major infrastructure delivery, with a strong focus on transit and public-sector projects
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Established relationships with BART and other Bay Area transit agencies, including VTA, Caltrain, SFMTA, AC Transit, and Capitol Corridor
Experience supporting FTA-funded programs, alternative delivery methods, and large capital improvement programs
Recognized industry presence and thought leadership within the Northern California transportation market
Demonstrated success in executive-level business development and client relationship management
Deep understanding of public-agency procurement, governance, and funding environments
Proven ability to lead complex, multi-disciplinary teams and manage large, high-visibility programs
Strong professional network across public and private sectors in Northern California

Benefits

Comp & perks

Leadership development
Technical upskilling
Certification support
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Basic life insurance
AD&D insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) with employer match
Health savings accounts
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