Hybrid IT Project Analyst: Data-Driven Delivery

National Grid

Waltham (MA)

Hybrid

USD 77,000 - 90,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

National Grid is seeking an IT Project Analyst to support delivery, governance, financial management, and continuous improvement of projects across the IT Electric portfolio in the US. The IT Project Support Analyst works as the operational and analytical partner enabling successful outcomes through data-driven decision making, financial stewardship, and continuous process improvement.

Reporting to the Technology Delivery Manager, this role uses analytics and AI-enabled capabilities to provide

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, data analytics, project management, information technology, engineering, or a related field.
Experience in project analysis, project controls, finance, resource planning, governance, business operations, or portfolio support.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, evaluate risks, and develop practical recommendations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Power BI, Power Platform, Microsoft Copilot, SAP, Maximo, Jira, or other project and reporting tools.
Ability to communicate complex information clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage competing priorities in a demanding environment.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships, influence without authority, and partner across teams to drive outcomes.
Curiosity and continuous improvement mindset, with an interest in digital tools, automation, AI-enabled ways of working, and business process improvement.

Responsibilities

Support forecasting, variance analysis, spend optimization, funding risk identification, vendor cost analysis, and budget scenario modelling to help leaders understand financial performance and take timely corrective action.
Analyze resource demand, workforce capacity, contractor versus employee mix, skill gaps, and prioritization needs to support effective value stream planning and delivery execution.
Track adherence to project governance, funding approvals, process requirements, audit readiness, regulatory traceability, and remediation activities to help ensure investments remain compliant and well-controlled.
Identify opportunities to reduce manual effort, improve reporting quality, streamline workflows, and use tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, and other approved digital capabilities to generate insights and increase team capacity.