Our client is looking to bring on a Project Analyst to their team! You will play an essential role in driving project oversight, reporting, and risk management. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals, consistent compliance with policies, and continuous improvement across project management efforts.
What You'll Do:
Assist in setting up and maintaining project structures, including document standards, templates, and milestones.
Support project teams in adhering to governance policies through the use of standardized documentation (e.g., charters, status updates, risk logs).
Gather, analyze, and synthesize project data to deliver clear and accurate portfolio performance reports.
Create and maintain dashboards that monitor project status, risks, resource allocation, and portfolio health.
Provide leadership with data-driven insights and actionable recommendations based on performance metrics.
Aid in evaluating and prioritizing project proposals to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
Assist in ranking and scoring projects using established prioritization processes.
Work with stakeholders to ensure accurate and consistent data entry in portfolio management systems.
Track and manage risks and issues across the project portfolio, providing updates and mitigation plans.
Contribute to preparing risk and issue summaries for leadership review.
Help update and maintain a library of standardized project templates, reflecting changes in business processes and methodologies.
Train project teams and stakeholders on the proper use of templates and reporting tools to maintain consistency and compliance.
Identify and recommend improvements to project processes and tools.
Participate in post-project evaluations to capture lessons learned and integrate improvements
Stay current on industry trends and best practices in project and portfolio management.
Undertake other related tasks as assigned.
Skills Needed for Success:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
2-5 years of experience in project coordination, business analysis, or portfolio management.
Proven experience with project governance, reporting, and data analysis.
Highly organized, adaptable, and capable of working effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Skilled in analyzing complex data and providing actionable insights.
Proficiency in creating and managing dashboards and performance reports.
Excellent organizational and attention-to-detail skills.
Solid communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present data insights clearly.
Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).