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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$77K - $102K *

Champion financial excellence by supporting diverse programs in a high-growth division. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring str...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer comprehensive budget management by executing, monitoring, and advising on multi-year funding strategies. Collaborate with leadership to ensure fiscal compliance and optimize resource allocatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career with a dynamic role that blends design and technical expertise, guiding projects from concept to completion while collaborating with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutio...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$92K - $120K *

Lead payroll processing and compliance efforts, ensuring accuracy in calculations and adherence to accounting standards. Collaborate with teams to support payroll operations and maintain effective com...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$92K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring accurate payroll processing and compliance. Leverage your expertise in timekeeping and accounting principles to support biweekly payroll, audits, and special p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing government program efficiency through strategic property accountability analysis and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring optimal performance and audi...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $113K *

Join a dynamic team to support proposal efforts, ensuring compliance and cost analysis for winning bids. Engage in hands-on experience while developing automation tools to enhance efficiency within th...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $113K *

Contribute to winning proposals by analyzing costs and coordinating efforts to ensure compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams in fast-paced environments while developing innovative strategies and t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by coordinating contract compliance and financial oversight for government projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulations, manage billing, and mi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving analytical and operational excellence to improve processes, enhance organizational effectiveness, and support decision-making through data-driven insights in a collaborativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $128K *

Lead the charge in financial management by overseeing budgets, forecasting manpower, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate across departments to support the financial goals of an organization with appr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $122K *

Play a key role in driving financial strategy as you lead budgeting activities for manufacturing, ensuring compliance and accuracy in cost estimations, analysis, and resource allocation across the man...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful data solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and optimize systems. Utilize advanced analytics to provide insights and support strategic...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise technology initiatives by connecting business objectives with innovative technical solutions in an Agile environment, focusing on Medicare-related systems and clo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$82K - $108K *

Contribute to the evolution of our global supply chain by conducting data analysis, supporting process documentation, and tracking KPIs. Join a collaborative team focused on driving process improvemen...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$75K - $106K *

Support the credit and collections process by managing accounts, ensuring timely billing, and maintaining strong customer relationships. Collaborate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and up...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading program controls for complex aerospace projects. Drive efficiency and accuracy through expert scheduling, cost management, and earned value principles, ensuring timely a...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $85K *

Lead the charge in providing mid-level financial and program analysis support, ensuring effective project management and compliance with funding regulations while collaborating with government personn...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to drive financial planning and reporting for service and equipment revenue. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insights, enhance reporting efficiency, and support strate...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$112K - $208K *

Elevate your career by driving process improvements and automation in commissions operations. Collaborate with Sales Operations to enhance accuracy and reduce financial risks while leveraging your ana...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $132K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by analyzing metrics, improving workflows, and creating visualizations. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver insights that support leadership and enhance oper...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative intelligence solutions by analyzing remotely sensed data, enhancing customer relationships, and articulating operational needs to develop impactful products tailored to key intelligen...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead integrated Test and Evaluation activities, shaping strategies and overseeing execution across the acquisition lifecycle. Collaborate with technical experts and government leadership to ensure com...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower transformation by leveraging your analytical expertise to define business requirements for high-impact financial projects, collaborating closely with stakeholders to deliver solutions that enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $121K *

Elevate your career by joining our Analytics team to drive data-driven projects, deliver actionable insights, and collaborate across functions. Contribute to a culture of informed decision-making whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.