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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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clients' financial futures through tailored investment strategies. Leverage your expertise in portfolio management and client service to drive impactful decis...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform business needs into actionable data solutions by blending analytical expertise with technical strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate data products that drive measurabl...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team where you will analyze complex data and contribute to enhancing customer experiences. Utilize your skills in data mapping, migration, and validation to drive impactful solutions in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $110K *

Tackle critical acquisition strategies and assist in program lifecycles, collaborating closely with government teams to ensure successful outcomes and milestone achievements in the Department of Defen...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Transform the Foreign Military Sales Division by leading analytical studies, enhancing funding performance, and ensuring effective execution of appropriations while managing strategic organizational g...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $110K *

Manage financial operations by analyzing budgets, tracking expenditures, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Support senior leadership in executing financial strategies and maintaining a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Oversee the evolution of the Oracle EPM Cloud planning platform, translating business needs into actionable insights and automations. Manage a small team while ensuring data integrity and supporting F...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of reactor technology by providing thermal-structural analysis expertise to optimize designs while ensuring compliance with performance and safety standards in an innovative environme...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career by becoming the NetSuite expert for our business users. Own the functional aspects of Oracle NetSuite, focusing on Project Management and Accounting, while enhancing processes and su...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence in high-value construction projects. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost management to ensure profitability and compliance throughout the project l...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $128K *

Analyze and maintain project schedules, ensuring accuracy and integrity while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support mission planning and execution. Drive effective communication of sche...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $157K *

Optimize financial analysis and reporting processes while leading projects that drive strategic initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver insights and forecasts that enhance organizational...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Lead project management efforts to integrate I2S missions, supporting national security initiatives and strategic objectives. Collaborate with senior leaders to develop actionable plans and deliver im...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $113K *

Drive impactful data management and analysis to enhance nutrition programs across Iowa. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to improve systems, support decision-making, and ensure efficient processe...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career with impactful leadership in public health initiatives, guiding multidisciplinary teams to enhance preparedness and response capabilities while collaborating across agencies to infor...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$69K - $110K *

Champion business analysis and quality assurance by defining requirements, creating workflows, and conducting testing in an Agile environment to enhance software development and user experience across...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by bridging business needs with technical solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into actionable system specifications, ensuring clarity and trac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Champion the transition to modern systems by leading business analysis efforts across multiple vendors to ensure compliance and uncover operational efficiencies. Collaborate in a dynamic team environm...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape strategic initiatives and optimize processes as a key analyst and project manager. Collaborate across departments to enhance efficiency, lead projects from conception to delivery, and establish...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of financial analysis by supporting Oracle Federal Financials and related systems. Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements, propose solutions, and enhance financial processes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage as a Functional Analyst, supporting Oracle Federal Financials and related systems. Collaborate with finance teams to analyze requirements, propose solutions, and ensure accurate financial data...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion cost analysis and forecasting to drive financial performance and efficiency. Collaborate across teams to evaluate product costs, implement improvements, and support strategic sourcing initiat...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by driving data accuracy and process improvements in a dynamic crude trading environment. Collaborate across teams to enhance inventory analysis and reporting while leveraging yo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$70K - $120K *

Optimize project controls by managing cost, schedule, and performance data. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate reporting and informed decision-making, supporting effective project management ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $126K *

Support financial operations by analyzing and reporting on manufacturing performance, assisting in month-end processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall financial heal...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.