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.
Because “good enough” builds the past. You’re here to build what’s next, on a team that outperforms every norm.
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 Infrastructure and Capital Projects LLP or one of our other legal entities - Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects, LLC or Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects Inc., with benefits varying by country and role, so please check with your recruiter for details.
THE WORK:
You’ll provide operational leadership for the national Rail & Transit practice, supporting the Managing Director in overseeing day-to-day business operations, resource planning, and performance against the practice’s strategic and financial goals
You’ll help lead annual budgeting and forecasting for the practice and manage the tracking of project revenues, expenditures, utilization, and profitability
You’ll support core operational workflows across departments, including contracts reviews, certificate of insurance requests, business license requests, proposal support requests, and staff requisitions
You’ll partner with the Rail & Transit Industry Captain and sub-Industry leads to set practice priorities, allocate resources, and translate strategy into actionable operating plans
You’ll manage, mentor, and develop practice staff, and support recruiting, onboarding, and team building to scale the national Rail & Transit practice
You’ll help establish and continuously improve the processes, tools, and best practices that drive consistency, quality, and efficiency across regional offices
You’ll help develop and execute the practice’s growth strategy, coordinating business development pursuits with the Industry Captain, regional leads, and adjacent markets to accomplish goals for market growth
• You’ll identify, lead, and collaborate with industry contacts to develop major pursuit efforts for the Rail & Transit market from identification through submission
You’ll support he proposal response process, including detailed RFP requirements and deadlines, content creation, and subsequent follow-up requirements, which may include interviews
You’ll generate new leads, screen potential business opportunities, and develop strategic partnerships and teaming relationships to position the practice for new work
You’ll build and maintain relationships with clients and teaming partners, arranging meetings and positioning the practice for upcoming opportunities
You’ll attend and participate in industry outreach and informational events to build local contacts, promote the Company and personal brand, and identify project opportunities
You’ll direct the coordination and implementation of marketing strategies and oversee the development of marketing materials, presentations, and graphics for external purposes
You’ll work closely with all stakeholders across rail and transit programs, including but not limited to transit agencies, operators, contractors, executives, municipal officials, and funding partners such as the FTA and FRA
You’ll actively engage in presentations from preparation through delivery, and oversee the preparation of written materials including correspondence, reports, procedures, and guidelines
Remote: This role allows for remote work for the majority of your work hours.
Travel: Up to 20% travel, as required by business needs.
Onsite: 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
10+ years of experience, including leadership in business operations and/or business development
Prior experience with rail, transit and transportation related industry
Demonstrated experience leading teams, managing budgets, and overseeing day-to-day business operations
Presentation Skills: Verbal & Digital (ability to create presentations, graphics, charts, etc. that explain topics effectively)
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:
Familiarity with public agency procurement and the Rail & Transit funding landscape
Advanced degree (e.g., MBA)
Must be a self-starter who is reliable, responsive, and professional, and able to handle confidential information with discretion and trustworthiness
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