Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Cost Manager, ANS in Swindon

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.

THE WORK:

• You’ll prepare cost estimates and cost plans, incorporating benchmarking data for review.
• You’ll develop value engineering and life cycle costing options to optimize project efficiency.
• You’ll identify potential risks and help maintain the project’s Risk Register.
• You’ll contribute to pre-contract process meetings, offering cost-related insights.
• 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’ll participate in design team meetings, assess cost implications, and implement agreed outcomes.
• You’ll assist in developing standardized project templates for consistent documentation.
• You’ll prepare and manage change order logs, invoice logs, and detailed cost reports.
• You’ll oversee measurements and pricing research for development appraisals and qualification reviews.

Flexible: The work location for this role will include a mix of working remotely, onsite at a client or in an Accenture office or center. 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, Engineering, Data Analytics or another cost/construction focused.
• 2+ years of minimum cost management experience.

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Experience working in hyper-scale data centers is a plus.
• Thorough and complete knowledge of the construction process and management techniques, methods, and materials.
• Proficient in the use of advanced functions in CostX to produce estimates, bills, etc.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & PowerPoint) at an appropriate level.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Organized and detail oriented.

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.

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.

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