Senior Project Analyst | Project Controls & Technology Development

Hackensack Meridian Health; Macaé; Hybrid; BRL 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in Macaé, Brazil, seeks a Senior Project Analyst to support planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting of strategic R&D and technology development projects.

The ideal candidate has experience in project controls, planning, procurement coordination, cost tracking, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring projects stay on schedule, within budget, and compliant with governance.

Hybrid work model; strong Excel, SAP, MS Project skills and fluent English are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 3 years in project controls, planning, procurement coordination or related functions.
• Strong knowledge of project management fundamentals: planning, scheduling, cost control, risk management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Advanced Excel with Power Query, dashboards, and data analysis.
• Familiarity with MS Project and SAP (PRs, POs, WBS).
• Advanced English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules, coordinating engineering, procurement, manufacturing, testing, and reporting activities.
• Monitor project progress, critical paths, risks, and dependencies, recommending corrective actions when necessary.
• Coordinate procurement activities, including SAP requisitions, supplier follow-up, delivery tracking, and material planning.
• Support project cost control, forecasting, accruals, budget tracking, and earned value analysis.
• Prepare project reports, dashboards, presentations, and performance metrics for management and stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation, action logs, risk registers, decision logs, and lessons learned records.
• Support governance activities, stage-gate reviews, audits, and compliance with ANP R&D requirements.
• Facilitate communication and coordination across engineering, supply chain, suppliers, and project stakeholders.
• Identify execution risks and support development of mitigation plans.
• Promote personal accountability for Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) by adhering to HMH policies and standards.

Skills

Project management

Planning & scheduling

Cost control

Risk management

Stakeholder coordination

Excel Power Query

Dashboards

Microsoft Project

SAP processes

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / related technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Project

SAP

Job description

About us

HMH is a leading provider of drilling solutions, offering a wide range of products and services that are designed to be the safest and most efficient in the industry. Apart from our expertise in land and offshore operations, we are continuously expanding our knowledge within subsea mining, geothermal, onshore and offshore construction, as well as offshore wind industries. With offices in 16 countries across five continents, HMH maintains a strong global presence.
HMH is a frontrunner in developing and providing automation and digital solutions for our drilling customers to support their endeavor to improve efficiency and environmental footprint. Equipped with its brilliant team of engineers, HMH is committed to actively exploring opportunities in other industries. For us, this means new opportunities and challenges that we need creativity and great minds to solve in our efforts to innovate our future.

Do you want to join our team?

At HMH we value our employees. We offer exciting job opportunities that will give you the opportunity to grow in your role and give you the professional development you deserve. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, you will join a casual and inclusive work environment. Our environment is based on respect and having a good day at work, so you can expect to join a knowledgeable, global team who help each other to succeed.

Summary

We are seeking a Senior Project Analyst to support the planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting of strategic Research & Development (R&D) and technology development projects. The ideal candidate has experience in project controls, planning, procurement coordination, cost tracking, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with governance and regulatory requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules, coordinating engineering, procurement, manufacturing, testing, and reporting activities.
• Monitor project progress, critical paths, risks, and dependencies, recommending corrective actions when necessary.
• Coordinate procurement activities, including SAP requisitions, supplier follow-up, delivery tracking, and material planning.
• Support project cost control, forecasting, accruals, budget tracking, and earned value analysis.
• Prepare project reports, dashboards, presentations, and performance metrics for management and stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation, action logs, risk registers, decision logs, and lessons learned records.
• Support governance activities, stage-gate reviews, audits, and compliance with ANP R&D requirements.
• Facilitate communication and coordination across engineering, supply chain, suppliers, and project stakeholders.
• Identify execution risks and support development of mitigation plans.
• Promote personal accountability for Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) by adhering to HMH policies and standards.

Required Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Experience:
Minimum 3 years of experience in, project controls, project planning, procurement coordination, engineering projects, technology development, or related functions.

Skills and Abilities:
Strong knowledge of project management fundamentals, including planning, scheduling, cost control, risk management, and stakeholder coordination. Advanced Excel skills with experience in Power Query, dashboards, and data analysis. Familiarity with Microsoft Project and SAP processes, including PRs, POs, and WBS structures. Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a multidisciplinary environment. Advanced English proficiency required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting technology development, engineering, manufacturing, R&D, or innovation projects. Familiarity with Technology Readiness Level (TRL) frameworks and ANP R&D regulations is desirable.

Location:
Macaé, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (Hybrid Work Model)