Senior Manager Advisor (Department of Transportation Account)

Company: Accenture Federal Services
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000 people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward! You Are: As the Senior Advisor for Accenture’s US DOT Account, you will take on a pivotal leadership role focused on driving mission-aligned growth, shaping account strategy, and leading high-priority capture initiatives across the Department of Transportation. You will be responsible for orchestrating complex pursuits—often exceeding $50M—from early shaping and solutioning through proposal submission and award, all while ensuring alignment with broader enterprise vision and objectives. In this role, you will serve as a thought leader and subject matter expert in transportation operations to help drive Accenture’s DOT growth strategy. You will bring a sophisticated understanding of DOT decision-makers, mission sets, organization, and procurement landscape, helping to guide pipeline activities and strategic investments across the account. Your ability to translate operational challenges into actionable, competitive solutions—particularly in areas such as digital mobility, AI/ML for transportation systems, autonomous vehicles, infrastructure resilience, and safety innovation—will be critical. You will also be responsible for cultivating strong, trust-based relationships with senior DOT leaders, serving as a connector across business, technical, and delivery teams. Your leadership will directly impact how we differentiate, win, and deliver on the most critical and transformative work for our transportation clients. Key Responsibilities Shape and drive the strategic growth plan for the US DOT Account , identifying and pursuing high-impact capture opportunities aligned with enterprise and client priorities Contribute to large, complex captures—including pipeline strategy, solutioning, teaming, and proposal strategy—with an emphasis on technical differentiation and value delivery Serve as a trusted advisor to senior DOT stakeholders , leveraging a deep understanding of acquisition trends, mission needs, and procurement ecosystems Influence the use of innovative contract types and acquisition models, such as CSOs, OTAs, and outcome-based contracting , to shape opportunities early and enhance competitiveness Collaborate across functions—including delivery, technology, contracts, legal, and pricing—to drive proposal excellence and streamline the business development lifecycle Provide US DOT and broad transportation industry insights and coaching to leadership and cross-functional teams, instilling best practices for technical strength development and high-scoring proposal responses Represent the firm with professionalism and executive presence, building credibility and partnerships across internal and external stakeholder communities Here's What You Need: 10 years of experience supporting the US DOT or other major transportation agencies (federal and state/local) , with deep expertise in transportation operations, acquisitions, and procurement strategy Executive presence within the Transportation industry, including knowledge of specific events such as TRB, APTA, etc. Strong command and familiarity with the recent Revolutionary FAR overhaul and acquisition-related Executive Orders, to include all pricing models and outcomes-based contracting Track record of delivering mission-critical programs in high-impact environments Ability to influence acquisition environments and client perceptions to the firm’s advantage Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and build trusted relationships with senior government stakeholders Strategic, analytical, and innovative mindset with a bias toward simplification and impactful outcomes Bonus If You Have: Former Government Contracting Officer or Acquisition Strategist experience Proven success leading complex capture efforts and growth initiatives, with demonstrated impact on revenue, Pwin, and contract profitability Track record of shaping and winning mission-driven services contracts in high-impact environments Prior leadership in training, proposal differentiation, or source selection advisory roles Experience developing capture playbooks, driving technical strength alignment, and mentoring high-performing teams The Extras: US Citizenship The ability to obtain and maintain a government clearance may be required for this role As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply. The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is: $135,200 - $278,500 USD What We Believe As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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 Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement. Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women. 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