Infrastructure & Capital Projects- Outage Planner, ANS

Company: Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects, L
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description 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 HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL DO: You’ll actively engage, participate, and take the lead on outage coordination in all Project Team meetings where outages are required. You’ll provide input to the Project Team with consultation on LOTO requirements and clearance sequencing to ensure adequate boundaries are identified. You’ll evaluate the proposed scope of work provided by the Project Manager (PM) or Engineering to identify outage needs, determine outage requirements, durations, and sequences, and ensure proper implementation. You’ll identify and pursue scope clarification that may affect outage requests based on knowledge of T&S system operations. You’ll request and obtain T&S outages from the applicable Designated Authority (DA) and assist DA in prioritizing project outages. You’ll attempt to bundle Project Management installation work to minimize outages, reschedule outages as needed while understanding effects on other outages, and notify affected parties. You’ll provide and maintain communication with the Project Manager and Team on the status of outages sought, secured, planned, and any being rescheduled. You’ll identify the respective Utility Designated Authority for clearance requests, determine the line of demarcation if multiple DA(s) are involved, and review clearance requests in Asset Suite 8 and iTOA before submission. You’ll create clearance requests in Asset Suite 8 and iTOA as needed, evaluate and determine the best approach for blocking resources, sequence clearances efficiently, and submit clearance/outage requests per the timeline and requirements. You’ll secure NERC-CIP clearance, attend T&S weekly work management countdown meetings, and participate in TSO monthly and quarterly Long-Range Outage Planning review conference calls. 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. 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. HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED: 5-8 years of experience in the planning, design, operation or maintenance of high voltage electrical equipment A valid driver’s license BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE: Prior experience with Transmission and Substation planning, in particular outage scheduling is a plus Experienced in LOTO (lock out tag out) process Ability to read and interpret and monitor the accuracy of single line diagrams and engineering drawings Working knowledge of the transmission, substation and distribution system, LOTO procedure and timeline requirements for outages and follow the guidelines for schedule of outage related work Ability to become proficient with Asset Suite 8 and iTOA Proficient with Microsoft Office 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. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Illinois, Minnesota, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Ohio or Washington as set forth below. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply. 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. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement Accenture is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women. 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.

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