Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Estimator Life Sciences, ANS

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.

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• You’ll develop standardized cost reporting and estimating tools for pharma and life sciences manufacturing projects.
• You’ll validate project scope, estimates, and pricing against WBS, demarcation matrices, and regulatory standards.
• You’ll analyze construction costs using benchmarks, parametric data, and market intelligence for labs, cleanrooms, and production facilities.
• You’ll track design changes and report cost and schedule impacts.
• You’ll identify value engineering opportunities while maintaining quality and compliance.
• You’ll document assumptions, exclusions, and estimate deviations for audit readiness.
• You’ll collaborate with procurement and sourcing teams to reflect current market conditions.
• You’ll prepare ROM and construction-level estimates to support CAPEX planning and phasing.
• You’ll align with client and internal stakeholders on estimates and delivery expectations.
• You’ll ensure compliance with owner policies and regulatory frameworks (FDA, EMA, GMP, ISO).
• You’ll engage in occasional in-person collaboration with flexibility to support work-life balance.
• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• 3–4 years of experience in cost management or estimating for life sciences, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or regulated facilities.
• Proven experience as a Cost Manager or Estimator supporting large-scale, complex projects, such as laboratories, cleanrooms, GMP manufacturing, or mission-critical facilities.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for detailed cost analysis and reporting.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in regulated, compliance-driven environments.

• Master’s degree or equivalent (Engineering, Construction Management, or related field).
• Minimum of 7-10 years of cost management or estimating experience for civil, manufacturing, or life sciences/pharma projects.
• Proficiency in CostX or similar estimation tools.
• Knowledge of emerging construction technologies and trends (e.g., sustainability, modular manufacturing) to guide cost-effective options.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate across interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing environments.

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.

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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 & Capital Projects LLP or one of our other legal entities - Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects, LLC or Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects Inc., with benefits varying by country and role, so please check with your recruiter for details.

Salary : $100,000 - $165,000