Graduate Development Program – Data Center Cost Management

Accenture

Graduate cost management analyst supporting Accenture’s data center capital projects. Preparing estimates, cost plans, logs, and reports while assisting project meetings and client work.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeIllinois, North Carolina, Virginia, Wyoming • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $75,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost management and project estimation within construction and project management contexts, with strong communication and organizational skills to effectively support client interactions and project outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cost ManagementProject Management ExperienceCost EstimationCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Cost EstimationCost PlanningChange Order ManagementInvoice ManagementMeasurement and Pricing Research

Soft Skills

Detail OrientedVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction ManagementBachelor’s Degree in Construction ScienceBachelor’s Degree in EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Project ManagementBachelor’s Degree in Finance

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementCost ReportsBenchmarking DataPre-Contract ProcessClient Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Cost Manager in ensuring project costs are effectively managed
Occasionally travel to job locations to attend required client meetings
Prepare cost estimates and cost plans incorporating benchmarking data for review
Participate in design team meetings, assess cost implications, and help implement agreed outcomes
Contribute to pre-contract process meetings by providing cost-related insights
Attend client meetings with senior colleagues and document key discussion points and action items
Prepare and manage change order logs, invoice logs, and detailed cost reports
Oversee measurements and pricing research for development appraisals and qualification reviews
Work remotely, onsite at a client, or in an Accenture office or center

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Construction Management, Construction Science, Engineering, Project Management, Finance / Accounting
0-2 years of experience
Project Management Experience
Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing
Organized and detail oriented

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision coverage
basic life and AD&D insurance
short- and long-term disability
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
employee assistance program
legal resources
identity theft protection