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Sustainability - Capital Projects & Infrastructure Associate - Summer / Fall 2026

Sustainability - Capital Projects & Infrastructure Associate - Summer / Fall 2026

PwCChicago, IL, United States
5 days ago
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Sustainability - Capital Projects & Infrastructure Associate - Summer / Fall 2026

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Specialty / Competency : Operations

Industry / Sector : Not Applicable

Time Type : Full time

Travel Requirements : Up to 100%

At PwC, our people in operations consulting specialise in providing consulting services on optimising operational efficiency and effectiveness. These individuals analyse client needs, develop operational strategies, and offer guidance and support to help clients streamline processes, improve productivity, and drive business performance. Those in capital programmes excellence at PwC will specialise in providing consulting services focused on optimising capital programmes and projects. You will work closely with clients to analyse project needs, develop strategies for efficient project delivery, and offer guidance and support to help clients enhance project management practices, mitigate risks, and achieve successful outcomes.

Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you are expected to adapt to working with a variety of clients and team members, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are expected to take ownership and consistently deliver quality work that drives value for our clients and success as a team. As you navigate through the Firm, you build a brand for yourself, opening doors to more opportunities.

Skills

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to :

  • Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development.
  • Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
  • Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential.
  • Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas.
  • Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback.
  • Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns.
  • Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.
  • Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As a Sustainability - Capital Projects & Infrastructure Associate, you will engage in operations consulting to drive impactful solutions for clients. You will be involved in designing and implementing service delivery models, business process improvement, and project management frameworks to optimize performance and enhance client satisfaction. As an Associate, you will contribute to client engagements and projects while developing your skills and knowledge to deliver quality work. You will build meaningful client connections, learn to manage and inspire others, and grow your personal brand by deepening your technical knowledge of firm services and technology resources.

This role offers a dynamic environment where you will be encouraged to embrace ambiguity and use challenges as opportunities for growth. You will participate in project tasks, engage in research, and support senior staff, developing a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is evolving. Your analytical and adaptable nature will be key as you interpret data to inform insights and recommendations. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that values reliability, teamwork, and personal growth, while contributing to the broader objectives of your projects and the overall strategy.

Responsibilities

  • Supporting teams in the execution of capital projects and infrastructure initiatives
  • Participating in the analysis and improvement of business processes to enhance operational performance
  • Assisting in the preparation and delivery of project reports and performance metrics
  • Engaging in data analysis and interpretation to identify patterns and inform decision-making
  • Contributing to the design and implementation of service delivery models for client projects
  • Collaborating with project managers to maintain project controls and governance frameworks
  • Applying business administration skills to support project management activities
  • Utilizing data visualization software to create insightful dashboards and reports
  • Conducting operational analysis to assess and improve project delivery effectiveness
  • Engaging in business process consulting to provide recommendations for process improvements
  • Learning and applying project management frameworks to support project execution
  • Participating in the development of project management information systems for enhanced project tracking
  • Supporting the management of project risks and developing contingency plans
  • Assisting in the management of budgetary aspects of projects to align with financial goals
  • Observing and learning from experienced professionals to develop personal skills and knowledge
  • What You Must Have

  • Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Management, Industrial / Manufacturing Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Computer Engineering, Engineering Data Science & Analytics, Risk Engineering & Management, or Mechanical Engineering
  • At least a 3.0 overall GPA
  • Client service associate positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are completing or have recently completed their final academic year of educational requirements.
  • What Sets You Apart

  • Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
  • Demonstrating proficiency in Business Process Improvement
  • Utilizing skills in Project Management Information Systems
  • Excelling in Data Analysis and Interpretation
  • Engaging in Operational Performance Management
  • Learn more about how we work : https : / / pwc.to / how-we-work

    PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy : https : / / pwc.to / H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

    As PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

    For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

    The salary range for this position is : $53,500 - $104,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link : https : / / pwc.to / benefits-at-a-glance

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