Hybrid Project Operations Analyst

Stratus®; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k with employer match

Paid Holidays & PTO

Life Insurance

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Stratus is seeking a Project Operations Analyst to support project managers and leaders in day-to-day operations, forecasting, and cost management. This role is essential for establishing project setup, monitoring performance, and delivering insightful financial analysis.

You will collaborate across PMs, finance, and operations to produce budgets, reports, and performance dashboards, enabling data-driven decisions and improved project outcomes.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in project controls, operations coordination, or PMO support in AEC or professional services.
• Hands-on experience with project setup, cost management, and forecasting.
• Strong Excel skills with financial modeling, variance analysis, and reporting.
• Proficiency with Deltek Vantagepoint, Oracle, or similar ERP platforms.
• Familiarity with PMI project management frameworks and lifecycle.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support project managers with project setup, cost tracking, forecasting, EAC analysis, and project reviews.
• Monitor portfolio performance including margin variance, unbilled, and A/R; partner with PMs to address issues.
• Provide financial and operational analysis to division and market leadership for decision-making.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, quarterly forecasts, and preliminary project budgets.
• Assist with opportunity tracking, project pricing models, and risk management activities.
• Serve as a day-to-day resource and advocate for PMs on company policies and tools.
• Develop job aids, tracking tools, and templates to simplify delivery workflows.
• Collaborate with finance and operations to ensure accurate project data in ERP and reporting systems.

Skills

Project controls

Cost management

Excel & financial modeling

PMI frameworks

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Forecasting

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

Oracle

Job description

Stratus is seeking a Project Operations Analyst to support project managers and leaders in day-to-day operations, forecasting, and cost management. This role is essential for establishing project setup, monitoring performance, and delivering insightful financial analysis.

You will collaborate across PMs, finance, and operations to produce budgets, reports, and performance dashboards, enabling data-driven decisions and improved project outcomes.