Senior Programme Controls Director – Infrastructure & Capital Projects
London, Bristol, Manchester
Career Level: Senior Manager
Shape how infrastructure is built and managed. Drive innovation by delivering best‑in‑class management consultancy based on industrial experience and latest technologies. This role is a career‑defining opportunity for passionate professionals in performance management, digital controls, and delivering predictability across complex delivery environments.
As part of Accenture ICP you will:
* Influence programmes worth hundreds of millions to multi‑billions
* Embed advanced controls solutions using digital tools, analytics and AI
* Deliver the discipline and insight that enables better, faster, greener outcomes
* Partner with senior client leaders to shape strategies that redefine modern delivery
What You’ll Lead & Deliver
Programme Controls Strategy
* Define and implement comprehensive controls strategies for major programmes and complex portfolios.
* Align controls approaches with client expectations, project objectives, and outcomes‑based delivery.
Integrated Performance Management
* Lead the development and integration of cost, schedule, and risk management frameworks.
* Shape programme dashboards, reporting models, and performance insights to drive predictability.
Governance, Assurance & Reporting
* Provide expert guidance on governance, reporting structures, and assurance mechanisms.
* Ensure information flows support timely, confident decision‑making at senior levels.
Programme Mobilisation & Maturity Improvement
* Support mobilisation of controls environments for complex, large‑scale major projects.
* Assess controls maturity and deliver targeted improvement strategies across programmes.
* Embed best practices aligned with frameworks such as APM, PMI, MSP and P3M3.
Client Leadership & Influence
* Engage directly with Programme Directors, senior leadership, and C‑suite stakeholders.
* Translate complex delivery performance data into clear, actionable insights.
* Act as a trusted advisor across infrastructure sectors including energy, transport, utilities, and major public/private estates.
What You Bring
* Significant senior‑level experience overseeing or shaping programme controls for major infrastructure or capital projects.
* A track record of establishing or transforming controls approaches at project, programme or portfolio scale.
* Experience across complex, multi‑project environments in sectors such as energy, transport, utilities or major public infrastructure.
* Confidence operating independently in senior client settings and presenting to executive audiences.
* Strong understanding of cost, schedule, risk and integrated controls disciplines.
Bonus if you have
* Expertise with digital controls tools, dashboards, or advanced analytics
* Experience supporting investment and sustainability outcomes through performance controls
* Consulting or advisory background
Why Accenture ICP?
* Working on nationally significant major programmes that impact millions
* Access to world‑class digital, technology, data and AI capabilities
* A collaborative culture anchored in innovation, inclusion, and client impact
* Hybrid working and flexible office locations
* Clear pathways to advancement within a global consulting organisation
What’s in it for you
In addition to a competitive basic salary and car allowance, you will receive an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work. For senior roles, additional bonus and equity awards are also available.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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