PMO Strategy & Process Improvement Analyst

cw; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision & dental insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Sr. Assistant Project Manager to join the PMO. This role supports a leading financial services client, emphasizing analytical problem solving, data analysis, and process improvement to enhance project delivery.

The successful candidate will own assignments from inception to completion, drive actionable recommendations, and collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and clients to align with strategic objectives and governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in finance, accounting, analytics, operations, or project management.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex information into insights and recommendations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables) and ability to build executive-level presentations.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and continuously improve scalable project management processes, tools, and documentation.
• Research, analyze, and resolve complex business and project-related issues with balanced risk and execution.
• Lead initiatives from concept through completion by coordinating stakeholders and driving action plans.
• Analyze project, operational, and financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and provide recommendations.
• Develop subject matter expertise in client-specific PMO standards, governance, systems, and reporting.
• Partner with internal teams, vendors, stakeholders, and clients to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Maintain PMO processes, guidebooks, dashboards, and reporting tools and identify automation opportunities.
• Create and deliver reports, presentations, and training materials for project managers and leaders.
• Support PMO operations and strategic initiatives as needed.

Skills

Advanced analytical

Research-based problem solving

Data interpretation

Process improvement

Organization

Decision making

Written & verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Data visualization

Process automation

Basic coding

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Sr. Assistant Project Manager to join the PMO. This role supports a leading financial services client, emphasizing analytical problem solving, data analysis, and process improvement to enhance project delivery.

The successful candidate will own assignments from inception to completion, drive actionable recommendations, and collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and clients to align with strategic objectives and governance.