Program/ Project Analyst

Global Technical Talent; Irvine; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking a Program/Project Analyst in Irvine. This role requires analytical and project management skills, along with experience in data manipulation and tools like Power BI. The successful candidate will coordinate projects, facilitate meetings, and provide analytical support. The contract is for approximately 6 months with a hybrid work environment and competitive pay rates. This is a great opportunity to support a major California electric utility committed to delivering clean energy.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Fund

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of analytical experience reviewing and interpreting data sets.
• Minimum 5 years of project coordination/management experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including 2+ years of data manipulation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the owner for assigned project commodities from submission through closure.
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings with stakeholders.
• Review complex project submittals in support of project managers.

Skills

Advanced data analysis

Project coordination and project lifecycle management

Microsoft Office Suite (advanced level)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Access

SAP

Job description

Overview

Primary Job Title: Program/ Project Analyst
Alternate/Related Job Titles: Project Coordinator, Senior Project Analyst, Program Support Specialist, Operations Project Analyst, Project Management Specialist
Location: Irvine, CA
Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid — 2 days per week onsite
Contract Details:

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: Approximately 6 months
• Start: As Soon As Possible
• Pay Rate: $16 – $39.59/hr
• Shift/Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

Responsibilities

The Program/ Project Analyst serves as a key contributor throughout the full project lifecycle, acting as a commodity owner from initial submission through final closure. This role provides advanced analytical support, facilitates meetings, and ensures high-quality review of complex submittals. The position delivers consistent updates, reporting, and project tracking, helping maintain strong operational alignment across internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the owner for assigned project commodities from submission through closure.
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings, identify deliverables, and manage scheduling activities with stakeholders.
• Review complex project submittals (e.g., Rule 15) in support of project managers.
• Produce and deliver project updates, reports, and tracking information independently.
• Determine outstanding dependencies and schedule work orders with minimal supervision.
• Participate in customer collaboration, district tactical, and regional grid team meetings.
• Train and mentor project management support staff as a subject matter expert.
• Resolve project conflicts, delays, and errors through collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Conduct data integrity audits of tracking systems, reports, and systems of record.
• Input notes, records, and documentation as required.
• Maintain advanced knowledge of client policies and procedures regarding electrical line construction.
• Support project managers with meeting facilitation, document/submittal review, project scheduling, reporting, and stakeholder communication.

Required Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of analytical experience reviewing and interpreting data sets.
• Minimum 5 years of project coordination/management experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including 2+ years of data manipulation and visualization using formulas, Power BI, and similar analytical tools.
• Minimum 2 years of utility industry experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with database software (Access, SAP, or equivalent).

Required Skills

• Advanced data analysis
• Project coordination and project lifecycle management
• Microsoft Office Suite (advanced level)

Preferred Skills

• Power BI and data visualization
• Stakeholder communication
• Document/submittal review
• Scheduling and reporting
• Database tools (Access, SAP, or equivalent)

Additional Skills

• Commodity ownership
• Conflict resolution
• Training and mentorship
• Data integrity auditing
• Electrical line construction knowledge

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401(k) Retirement Fund

About the Client

Major California electric utility delivering power to millions. Committed to reliable, clean energy, they serve a vast region spanning central, coastal, and Southern California. The organization is a pioneer in sustainable solutions, reducing carbon emissions and improving air quality. Join their diverse team of problem-solvers and contribute to California’s clean-energy future.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, technology, life sciences, utilities, and retail organizations across the U.S. and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!

Job Number: 25-29042

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