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Infrastructure & Capital Projects Project Director (Power Generation), ANS
Job Location:
Job Location:
St. Louis, MO - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 175000 - 225000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
16 August 2026 (21 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
13 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Youve 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 youll do exactly that. Youll 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.
Youll 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 were transforming how capital projects are planned managed and executed creating a better way to build for the future.
Because good enough builds the past. Youre here to build whats next on a team that outperforms every norm.
Visit us here to learn more about Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects
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:
Youll serve as the single point of accountability to utility clients for providing full lifecycle professional services support on a multi unit maplej a utility-scale CCGT project from early development through commissioning and turnover to operations.
Youll establish and lead the integrated project organization across engineering permitting procurement construction commissioning and project controls.
Youll provide executive-level leadership to ensure alignment of project objectives with business case regulatory commitments and operational requirements.
Youll lead early project development activities including site development permitting strategy commercial structuring and execution planning.
Youll oversee preliminary engineering OEM engagement and long-lead equipment reservation strategies.
Youll direct development of Class III cost estimates integrated Level 2 and Level 3 schedules and risk assessments.
Youll define contracting strategy (EPC EPCM or multi-prime) and lead contractor sourcing and negotiations.
Youll ensure readiness for regulatory approvals and investment decisions through structured stage gate processes.
Youll lead all aspects of project execution including detailed engineering oversight procurement construction management and commissioning.
Youll ensure safe predictable and high-quality construction and installation of major plant systems including gas turbines HRSGs and balance of plant.
Youll oversee integrated schedule and cost performance ensuring alignment with contractual commitments and financial targets.
Youll direct construction management and field execution teams ensuring effective coordination across multiple contractors and work packages.
Youll lead commissioning startup and performance testing through achievement of substantial completion and commercial operation.
Youll implement and enforce a robust Project Delivery System including stage gate governance and independent assurance reviews.
Youll ensure best-in-class project controls across cost schedule scope risk and change management.
Youll provide executive reporting on project performance risks and mitigation strategies.
Youll lead proactive risk identification and mitigation including supply chain labor regulatory and contractor performance risks.
Youll serve as the primary interface with executive stakeholders regulators partners and contractors.
Youll ensure alignment between owner contractors and key suppliers across all phases of delivery.
Youll lead commercial strategy execution including contract management claims avoidance/resolution and performance management.
Youll support regulatory filings approvals and stakeholder communications as required.
Youll build and lead a high-performing integrated project team across development and execution phases.
Youll mentor and develop project managers engineers and project controls professionals.
Youll foster a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement.
Youll establish and lead the integrated project organization across engineering permitting procurement construction commissioning and project controls.
Youll provide executive-level leadership to ensure alignment of project objectives with business case regulatory commitments and operational requirements.
Youll lead early project development activities including site development permitting strategy commercial structuring and execution planning.
Youll oversee preliminary engineering OEM engagement and long-lead equipment reservation strategies.
Youll direct development of Class III cost estimates integrated Level 2 and Level 3 schedules and risk assessments.
Youll define contracting strategy (EPC EPCM or multi-prime) and lead contractor sourcing and negotiations.
Youll ensure readiness for regulatory approvals and investment decisions through structured stage gate processes.
Youll lead all aspects of project execution including detailed engineering oversight procurement construction management and commissioning.
Youll ensure safe predictable and high-quality construction and installation of major plant systems including gas turbines HRSGs and balance of plant.
Youll oversee integrated schedule and cost performance ensuring alignment with contractual commitments and financial targets.
Youll direct construction management and field execution teams ensuring effective coordination across multiple contractors and work packages.
Youll lead commissioning startup and performance testing through achievement of substantial completion and commercial operation.
Youll implement and enforce a robust Project Delivery System including stage gate governance and independent assurance reviews.
Youll ensure best-in-class project controls across cost schedule scope risk and change management.
Youll provide executive reporting on project performance risks and mitigation strategies.
Youll lead proactive risk identification and mitigation including supply chain labor regulatory and contractor performance risks.
Youll serve as the primary interface with executive stakeholders regulators partners and contractors.
Youll ensure alignment between owner contractors and key suppliers across all phases of delivery.
Youll lead commercial strategy execution including contract management claims avoidance/resolution and performance management.
Youll support regulatory filings approvals and stakeholder communications as required.
Youll build and lead a high-performing integrated project team across development and execution phases.
Youll mentor and develop project managers engineers and project controls professionals.
Youll foster a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement.
- Onsite at client site:
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.
HERES WHAT YOULL NEED:
Bachelors degree in Engineering Construction Management or related field (or equivalent experience)
15 years of experience in large-scale capital project delivery within power generation or process industries
Demonstrated experience leading the full lifecycle delivery of at least one CCGT power plant project (development through commissioning) and a deep experience with combined cycle plant systems including gas turbines HRSGs and balance of plant
Experience delivering projects for a regulated utility independent power producer or EPC contractor and proven ability to lead projects exceeding $500M in total installed cost
Strong leadership experience managing large multi-disciplinary teams across engineering permitting construction commissioning and technology/Gen AI enablement
Expertise in project delivery models including EPC EPCM and/or multi-prime contracting and strong understanding of project controls including cost management scheduling and risk management
15 years of experience in large-scale capital project delivery within power generation or process industries
Demonstrated experience leading the full lifecycle delivery of at least one CCGT power plant project (development through commissioning) and a deep experience with combined cycle plant systems including gas turbines HRSGs and balance of plant
Experience delivering projects for a regulated utility independent power producer or EPC contractor and proven ability to lead projects exceeding $500M in total installed cost
Strong leadership experience managing large multi-disciplinary teams across engineering permitting construction commissioning and technology/Gen AI enablement
Expertise in project delivery models including EPC EPCM and/or multi-prime contracting and strong understanding of project controls including cost management scheduling and risk management
BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:
Experience serving as Owners Representative or in an EPCM delivery model
Prior experience supporting regulatory approvals (e.g. CPCN or equivalent)
Certifications such as PMP PgMP or AACEi (CCP PSP)
Experience implementing Project Delivery Systems and Stage Gate governance models
Familiarity with digital project delivery tools (Primavera P6 Maximo Procore advanced analytics/AI tools)
Prior experience supporting regulatory approvals (e.g. CPCN or equivalent)
Certifications such as PMP PgMP or AACEi (CCP PSP)
Experience implementing Project Delivery Systems and Stage Gate governance models
Familiarity with digital project delivery tools (Primavera P6 Maximo Procore advanced analytics/AI tools)
$175000 - $225000 a year
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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.
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