Role overview

Description

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.

Visit us here to learn more about Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex infrastructure construction projects based in Ottawa. This role is responsible for managing projects from functional program development through design, implementation, and close-out, while ensuring alignment with approved scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.

The successful candidate will bring strong infrastructure and construction project delivery experience and a proven ability to manage multiple aspects of projects end-to-end while building and maintaining strong client relationships. Local and/or airport experience are considered assets but not requirements.

(Internal Title: Project Management II)
Assist Senior Project Manager (SPM) with portfolio and project management tasks.
Manage & oversee small/medium planning exercises in coordination with consultants (under supervision of SPM) to develop project scope and lead feasibility studies.
Assist SPM in managing consultants/engineers/designer/contractor mandates (scope, budget, cost, quality…etc.)
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and manage external consultants/contractors accordingly
Prepare and develop slide decks and presentations for Vice President meetings with Executive Team
Run status update reports for projects and overall portfolio
Perform and manage Project Controls (Scheduling, Budget, Cost Control). Excel and ERP proficiency is key
Assist in overall organizational governance and communications between departments and with consultants
Track, monitor, and report on project performance, milestones, budgets, quality measures, and KPIs, implementing corrective actions as required
Evaluate project effectiveness through consultation with clients and project teams
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Working Conditions
Hybrid work environment (minimum four days per week in the office)
Ottawa-based position

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in Project Management
Proven experience managing complex infrastructure or aviation projects from functional program development through design, implementation, and close-out
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related discipline)
Holding a recognized Project Management Professional (PMP) certification like Project Management Professional (PMP), CAPM or Ready or other recognized Project Management certifications
Excellent bilingual written and verbal communication abilities in both French and English (bilingual)
Technical background is key.
Excel proficiency is Key.
GIS capabilities is an Asset

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

In-depth understanding of prevailing Project Management methods
Competent in the application of tools and metrics needed to evaluate project performance
Effective skills in Microsoft Office
Proficient in project management software
Ability to arrange priorities and escalate competing risks to meet deadlines
Keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilities
Must have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal)
Equipped to work independently and as part of a team

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. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation, based on full-time employment, for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

The recruiting efforts for this position are intended to fill a brand new position.

The base pay range shown below is intended as a guideline to reflect the majority of offers for this role. It does not represent a maximum limit — in some cases, actual compensation may exceed the range where appropriate.

Role Location Annual Salary Range

Ottawa $65,000 to $105,000