Sourcing & Procurement CoE - Equipment & Construction Management Consulting Manager - NASPFY26

About the role

We are seeking a driven professional to join our Equipment and Construction Center of Excellence within Accenture Sourcing & Procurement. This role focuses on supporting all aspects of client-facing equipment and construction sourcing and cost optimization projects. You will work closely with senior-level client stakeholders, manage projects, and lead a team of junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Create robust sourcing strategies and cost-out recommendations specifically for equipment, capital expenditures, and construction services.
• Provide thought leadership and benchmarking across mission critical equipment, construction spend, and general contractor/subcontractor engagements.
• Synthesize disparate data sources (spend analytics, supplier bids, market benchmarks) into actionable insights and clear deliverables.
• Work together with clients to identify and interpret key project requirements tied to CapEx purchases, contractor scopes, and project timelines.
• Facilitate development of project plans and overall project management to ensure effective delivery of construction sourcing initiatives and capital equipment procurement projects.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts within and outside of the firm to address cost, quality, schedule, and risk considerations.
• Work with contractors, consultants, and internal/external resources to align priorities, accomplish objectives, and satisfy all stakeholders.
• Exhibit integrity in decisions and firm relationships.
• Achieve excellence and dependability through the execution of projects and initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience executing strategic sourcing projects/programs.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience developing and executing cost optimization strategies.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience working with data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Power BI).
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience.
• Proven client-facing skills and are proficient at building and nurturing client relationships.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written), including the ability to present comfortably to senior executives.
• Demonstrated abilities in problem solving and independent decision-making capabilities.
• Self-starter mindset and bias towards proactively taking initiative to learn, grow, and advance projects.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel & PowerPoint) products, including the ability to develop and interpret complex analytical models and ad-hoc reports tied to CapEx and construction spend.

Qualifications

• Equipment or Construction Sourcing Manager with Consulting Experience - prior consulting firm experience combined with hands-on knowledge of equipment or construction sourcing or project execution.
• Mission Critical Equipment / CapEx Procurement Manager - background in procurement management/directorship from industries with significant capital equipment investments.
• Construction Services / General Contractor / Subcontractor SME - background in operations, cost estimation, financial analysis, procurement, construction management, engineering, or supply chain management.
• MEP engineer (Mechanical, Electrical) Industry Backgrounds - applicants from the High Tech, Data Center, Life Sciences, Utilities, and Industrials industries are preferred.

Skills

• Strong experience with Microsoft Office (Excel & PowerPoint) products, including the ability to develop and interpret complex analytical models and ad-hoc reports tied to CapEx and construction spend.
• Ability to coach and mentor junior team members.

Benefits

• Market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off.

Pay

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.

Schedule

The role requires travel as needed, with a range of 10–50%.