Infrastructure & Capital Projects - Vice President, Rail and Transit (BC), COM

Infrastructure & Capital Projects - Vice President, Rail and Transit (BC), COM

All | Construction Management | Project Management | Technical Advisory | Full-time

Job No. 1462 | Vancouver

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

• (Internal Title: Vice President)
  • Lead sales efforts for market type (Rail & Transit), including coordination with Executive Leadership Team or central business development staff. Identify and take lead in sales efforts for the market within the region or national subject matter expertise segment.
  • Build and maintain in-depth industry knowledge and relationships
  • Strategize, plan, and lead business development initiatives
  • Participate in the development of marketing strategies for the expansion of Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects’ client base, and lead the process of enhancing Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects’ competitive position in the area of specialty
  • Generate sales in excess of assigned targets in assigned markets
  • Maintain and grow a backlog, including assessment of backlog risk and development execution of mitigation plans.
  • Provide strategic direction in areas such as client and stakeholder relations, project and program management, strategic planning, scope, budget, and schedule control
  • Act as a primary liaison with key clients and agencies, maintaining strong relationships and addressing operational issues proactively
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including agency partners, government officials, and community leaders, to support project execution and operational priorities
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across assigned markets and projects, and drive operational improvements through data-driven analysis and strategic decision-making
  • Ensure client satisfaction by monitoring deliverables and confirming the team is performing to expectations.
  • Provide strategic oversight and leadership across regional rail and transit operations, while supporting local teams through career development, performance management, and day-to-day operational guidance
  • Identify client resource needs and role requirements, and support recruitment and placement efforts. Attract, retain, and develop market-specific talent to ensure alignment with client demands and organizational goals.
  • Coordinate cross-staffing and business development efforts in collaboration with Accenture leadership.
  • Manage budgets and monitor business KPIs for assigned markets and projects
  • Ensure financial targets and operational objectives are met or exceeded
  • Oversee the quality of services delivered to clients within designated markets or contracts
  • Achieve personal utilization targets and support optimal utilization of assigned team members
  • Maintain and expand relationships and revenue generation with existing clients.
  • Develop and deliver senior-level presentation materials, marketing initiatives, and other Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects media
  • Review and provide input to proposals and bids
  • Ensure the strategic positioning of Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects in the industry through presentations, associations, and events
  • Participate in select client engagement and site visits, providing strategic advice and direction
  • Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects Leaders
  • Flexible: The work location for this role will include a mix of working remotely, onsite at a client or in an Accenture office or center
• WORKING CONDITIONS
• Office-based
• Experience
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in all aspects of the planning, design, engineering, and construction of capital projects and programs
• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
  • Master’s degree in Engineering or an MBA is a strong asset
• Licenses
  • Holding a P.Eng. qualification
  • PMP certification is an asset
• BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:
  • Executive-level leadership, project and program management skills, and business acumen
  • Executive-level stakeholder engagement, communication, and management skills
  • Well-versed and experienced in managing the interdependencies between technology, operations, and business needs
  • Experienced in developing and enforcing business processes and procedures, organizational structure, and governance
  • Able to autonomously formulate and make decisions on technical matters that have potential risk or commercial considerations with minimal consultation
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Expert ability to detect and be sensitive to others' strengths
  • Demonstrated capability to supervise, delegate, and develop capacity
  • Tact to perceive and ameliorate conflict and tension
  • Effective capacity to anticipate, identify, and minimize risks
  • Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment by promoting effective teamwork, promotion of innovation, and overall excellence
  • Demonstrated functional acumen to support how solutions will address client goals while maintaining alignment with industry best practices
  • Must maintain professional development to keep abreast of emerging technologies, methods, and best practices

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Role Location Annual Salary Range

British Columbia $211,000 to $316,000

Vancouver

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