Project Analyst Jobs

Explore Project Analyst opportunities with organizations seeking professionals who can turn project data into clear, actionable insight. Project Analysts help teams plan work, track progress, monitor budgets, identify risks, and communicate performance to stakeholders. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including Project Analyst roles across industries and experience levels.

What Does a Project Analyst Do?

Project Analysts support the planning and delivery of projects by gathering and interpreting information, maintaining schedules and reports, and helping teams stay aligned with goals. Day-to-day responsibilities may include analyzing costs and timelines, preparing status updates, tracking milestones, documenting processes, and flagging issues that could affect scope or delivery.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Experience with spreadsheets, project management platforms, dashboards, and reporting tools can be valuable. Depending on the role, qualifications may include a degree in business, finance, project management, or a related field, as well as experience with budgeting, data analysis, or cross-functional project coordination.

Career Opportunities for Project Analysts

Project Analyst roles are found in sectors such as technology, consulting, finance, healthcare, construction, and government. With experience, professionals may advance into senior analyst, project manager, program analyst, or portfolio management positions. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, industries, and compensation.

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$96K - $144K *

Analyze business processes and requirements to drive technology improvements. Collaborate with stakeholders and project teams to deliver actionable solutions that enhance operational efficiency and su...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$68K - $103K *

Empower your career by coordinating Epic optimization initiatives, managing requests, and facilitating collaboration across teams. Drive project success through effective communication and oversight...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$73K - $92K *

Transform data into actionable insights by supporting student success initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze trends, develop reports, and enhance data practices, ensuring informed decis...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Develop and translate business requirements into functional specifications while collaborating across teams. Drive data governance, analytics, and user training in an Agile environment, enhancing proj...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $105K *

Unlock potential by transforming data into actionable insights through developing KPIs, dashboards, and reporting solutions. Collaborate with executives to enhance decision-making and drive data-drive...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by joining our dynamic RFP team, where you'll collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to streamline processes, enhance documentation quality, and drive strategic improvement...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Navy acquisition systems through expert database management and technical analytics, ensuring data integrity and effective reporting across multiple platforms...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform acquisition management by providing expert database support, analytics, and troubleshooting for Navy systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data integrity and optimize reporting ac...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $98K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering financial insights and solutions. Utilize your analytical skills to tackle complex financial challenges while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance org...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to provide analytical support for NOAA Fisheries, enhancing budget analysis, program requirements, and resource management. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and mitigate ris...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze data and create dashboards that enhance facility maintenance operations, driving performance improvements and ensuring data accuracy for informed decision-making...

Fort Campbell, KYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform financial data into strategic insights, driving organizational performance through collaboration, budgeting, forecasting, and comprehensive analysis across multiple business units...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $163K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and enhance Hydropower Operations & Maintenance initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Drive policy development, project management, and analytical guidance...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$139K - $181K *

Analyze and lead strategic initiatives for Hydropower Operations & Maintenance, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Oversee project lifecycles, develop policies, and provide expert guidance...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$143K - $187K *

Shape the future of Hydropower Operations by leading program initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and driving continuous improvement across the Bureau's strategic goals. Collabor...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$128K - $167K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Hydropower Operations & Maintenance. Lead program initiatives, ensure compliance with federal regulations, and drive strategic alignment across Bureau-wide ac...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $182K *

Optimize your career by leading strategic initiatives in Hydropower Operations & Maintenance. Drive program effectiveness through expert analysis, policy development, and project management, ensuring...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $163K *

Unlock your potential as a Lead Program Analyst, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing Hydropower Operations & Maintenance. Lead cross-functional teams, develop policies, and ensure compliance w...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $163K *

Lead cross-functional teams to enhance Hydropower Operations & Maintenance, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Drive policy development, project management, and program evaluation to optimize pe...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$111K - $206K *

Lead the charge in developing comprehensive proposals, ensuring compliance with regulations while enhancing profitability. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver accurate cost analyses and pricing...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $165K *

Transform the proposal development process by leading estimating efforts, enhancing profitability, and ensuring compliance with government regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliv...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $96K *

Develop your career by leading the on-boarding process for Employee Benefits groups. Collaborate with internal teams, ensure accurate contract drafting, and guide customers through a seamless transiti...

Portland, ORRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$66K - $96K *

Unlock potential by leading the on-boarding process for new Employee Benefits groups. Collaborate with internal teams, ensure accurate contract drafting, and guide customers through a seamless transit...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $147K *

Unlock potential by ensuring accurate and timely external financial reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance and operational efficiency while driving continuous improve...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform organizational efficiency by providing expert budget analysis and programming support. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance financial processes, ensure compliance, and drive strategic de...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Project Analyst do?question toggle

    A Project Analyst helps teams plan and monitor projects by analyzing data, tracking schedules and budgets, preparing reports, and identifying risks or performance issues.

  • What skills are important for Project Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Commonly sought skills include data analysis, attention to detail, organization, communication, budgeting, and familiarity with spreadsheets, dashboards, and project management tools.

  • What qualifications do employers look for in Project Analysts?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer. Many roles prefer a bachelor's degree in business, finance, project management, or a related field, along with relevant analytical or project coordination experience.

  • Where do Project Analysts work?question toggle

    Project Analysts work across industries, including technology, consulting, finance, healthcare, construction, and government.

  • What career paths can follow a Project Analyst role?question toggle

    With additional experience, Project Analysts may progress to senior analyst, project manager, program analyst, or portfolio management roles.

  • How can I find Project Analyst jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional Project Analyst openings with salaries of $100,000 or more, and review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, and qualifications.