Lead Project Manager - Accenture Federal Services

Philadelphia, PA

About the Job

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services to do the work you love in an inclusive, collaborative, and caring community, where you can be empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

LEAD PROJECT MANAGER

Accenture Federal Services, in partnership with Anser Advisory (an Accenture company) is looking for a Lead Project Manager to join our growing Utilityteams on a multiphase, 6-year project. This project will make improvements to the electrification system to an area that extends 18 miles through Southeast Pennsylvania along 17 rail stations and includes full project and construction management of new transmission Lines, Electric substation rebuilds, and Electric overhead catenary wire replacement.

The Lead Project Manager shall serve as the senior management of the Services and shall be responsible for the overall Services activities, schedule, budget, and direction and coordination of the PM/CM staff. The Project Manager shall manage and coordinate the activities of the Construction Managers and other Key Personnel of the PM/CM staff. The PM will ensure adequate resources are available for the Project, handle contractual matters, and be the main point of communication for a regional transportation client. You will have significant skill in managing large teams completing work at multiple project locations, with multiple teams and field offices. You will also have strong and heavy civil and railroad construction on active ROW.

Here's what you need:

A bachelor's degree or similar level of experience in an Engineering, Architectural, Construction or Project Management field and shall have extensive work experience in similar types of projects of similar scales.
At least eight (8) years in Project Management of rail/transit projects of similar scope and complexity.
Significant skill in managing large teams completing work at multiple project locations, with multiple teams and field offices.
Strong and heavy civil and railroad construction on active ROW.
Must be excellent in stakeholder management including EOR, Construction Contractor, Subcontractors, Regional rail, public transportation and Railroad labor forces.
Strong project management skills including scope, budgets, estimates, schedules, and project control.
Must be proactive in addressing budget and administrative related problems, shows strong change control and budget management skills.
Strong conflict resolution, negotiation, technical and project coordination skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in the use of personal computer and office software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat Professional.
PMP Certification required.
Maintain a valid Driver's License throughout the Contract Term.

Preferred Qualifications:

Registered and current Professional Engineer License in State of Pennsylvania.
Experience as an owner's representative for the overall management of design and construction of at least one major (>$300M) design-bid-build project.
Demonstrated experience managing a Contractor on behalf of an owner for the construction of Railroad ROW.
Demonstrated railroad construction experience over multiple active railroad tracks in highly space constrained environment.
Experience managing and coordination of designs and construction of passenger train infrastructure systems in electrified territory including overhead catenary systems, power transmission lines, substation, communications and or similar.
Knowledge of Pennsylvania rail operations including Regional Transportation client plans and procedures

**Work location is 100% on site in Southeast Pennsylvania.

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, New York, Washington, and the District of Columbia. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, New York, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:

$131,300—$269,100 USD

What We Believe

We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.

Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Read more here

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation.

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.

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

For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement.

Los Angeles County Information Only
If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please review below for important additional information.

Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed in the job posting, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Requesting An Accommodation

Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you are being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter.

Other Employment Statements

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

Source : Accenture Federal Services

Lead Project Manager - Accenture Federal Services

Philadelphia, PA

About the Job

Popular Job Categories

Popular Job Titles

Popular Job Locations

Popular Companies