Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related quantitative field.
5+ years of experience with analytics and statistical software (Python, Excel, Tableau, SAS, SPSS).
Familiarity with Project Control methods per PMBOK methodologies.
Experience with EcoSys/P6 is a plus.
Strong knowledge of data analytic techniques and their application.
Excellent communication skills for engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
Proficient in database concepts and practices.
Responsibilities
Assist in enforcing data integrity rules during data entry.
Generate data variance reports to identify anomalies.
Collaborate with IT Support on data correction activities.
Monitor project quality management system effectiveness.
Develop and implement quality improvement recommendations with senior staff.
Conduct audits to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
Provide ongoing support for continuous improvement initiatives.
Benefits
Onsite position in New Albany, OH.
Opportunity to work closely with project teams and senior management.
Engagement in quality improvement measures across the organization.
Training support for Project Management and other departments.
Collaboration with the QA/QC department for aligned processes.
Full Job Description
Manifest Solutions is currently seeking a Transmission Project Data Analyst for an onsite position in New Albany, OH.
Assist with and provide framework for enforcing data integrity rules during data entry.
Provide data variance reports to determine anomalies.
Working with IT Support, assist in and provide framework for updating data for data correction activities.
Assist in and monitor the progress and effectiveness of the project quality management system.
Develop and review with senior staff recommendations and implement improvements when required.
Identify quality improvement measures and work with management to implement.
Work with project teams to put structure in place to monitor quality of process, documentation, scope adherence, etc., and to control influences that seek to change it.
Perform audits to determine if project activities comply with organizational and project specific policies, process, and procedures.
Monitor macro and micro performance metrics to measure process/productivity improvement effectiveness.
Provide an objective view to ensure the metrics are driving correct behavior across the broader organization.
Provide on-going continuous improvement support.
Collaborate with schedule and cost governance lead within the QA/QC department to ensure that cost and schedule processes are aligned.
Become familiar with and provide status reports to Project Support Manager.
Assist in facilitating the cultural desire within the organization to share and adopt best practices across Transmission.
Provide training support as needed for Project Management as well as other departments impacted by EcoSys & P6 to ensure data integrity.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor degree in Business or Supply Chain , or a related quantitative discipline.
Minimum of 5 (five) years' experience with a working knowledge of analytics and statistical software such Python, Excel, Tableau, SAS, SPSS and others to perform analysis and interpret data is attained.
Clear understanding of typical Project Control methods and procedures consistent with Project Management Institute's Project Management Book of Knowledge (PMBOK) methodologies preferred.
Experience with EcoSys/P6 preferred.
Must be knowledgeable in data analytic techniques and the demonstrated ability to apply these techniques.
Effective and compelling communication, including the use of effective listening, with all stakeholders including team members, sponsors, management, and senior management.
Expertise with database concepts and practices.
Ability to apply strong analytical and complex problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Provide reports and other information to the Regional Project Management Directors so that corrective measures can be put in place.
Identify quality improvement measures and work with management to implement.
Extrovert personality to own data, analyze and summarize data, and make recommendations.
Licenses/Certifications:
Project Management Institute's (PMI), Project Management Professional (PMP) or AACE certification preferred
American Society for Quality (ASQ), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification strongly preferred.
