Project Analyst 1-PJAI

Pike Corporation; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Engineering is seeking a Project Analyst to support project managers and supervisors in setting up, assigning, and tracking projects throughout their lifecycle.

The role requires strong knowledge of project management and accounting processes, with daily interaction across field, engineering, and client teams to ensure timely and accurate deliverables.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree (AA) in Engineering Technology or related field preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience in distribution/utility or related field.

Responsibilities

• Analyze projects and assist in project workflow to meet objectives.
• Gather data needed for project requirements using standard tools.
• Support project administration and process improvements.
• Review and document project requirements throughout its lifecycle.
• Provide lead support on local employee relations and client functions.
• Ensure the project team completes work within scope and schedule; identify issues and solutions.
• Enter project information into the financial accounting system for invoicing and coding.
• Facilitate project meetings and maintain quality control and document management.

Skills

Line construction knowledge

NESC familiarity

Confidential information handling

Quality workmanship

Project planning

Communication skills

Negotiation and decision-making

Leadership and motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree (AA) in Engineering Technology or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

SUMMARY

The Project Analyst position provides day to day support to project managers and supervisors to ensure assigned projects are properly set up, assigned, and tracked appropriately throughout their lifecycle. The Project Analyst must have a strong working knowledge of both client and Pike Engineering work management and accounting processes/systems in order to perform the functions of the role. The role will have daily interaction with field and engineering groups as well as client representatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

With limited supervision, the incumbent will:

• Plays an active role in project analysis, project workflow and assists in the preparation of deliverables to achieve defined objectives to the satisfaction of the client and of management.
• Utilizes data gathering tools and methods to analyze and gather data needed for project requirements.
• Supports the project team on project administration and process improvements.
• Reviews and documents the requirements of a project throughout its lifecycle.
• Provide lead support on local employee relations activities, office functions, client functions, etc.
• Ensures the entire project team completes the project within its planned scope and schedule. Works with project team to proactively identify issues and workable solutions affecting project results and profitability.
• Enters necessary project information into the financial accounting system to allow for accurate project coding, invoicing, and accounting and reviews field technician timesheets for accuracy and operative time management.
• Facilitate effective project meetings (project kickoff, client alignment, status meeting, progress review, etc.).
• Promote meaningful performance related feedback/input to appropriate management and project team members.
• Maintain proper levels of quality control and manage document control on all projects as required; including paper and electronic filing and record keeping.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Required: High school degree or GED.

Preferred: Associates degree (AA or equivalent from two-year college or technical school), in Engineering Technology or related field.

Experience

5-7 Year(s) Experience in distribution/utility or related field.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Be well versed in the basic tenants of line construction and maintenance.
• Must have a working knowledge of and adhere to the National Electric Safety Code and the ability to recognize distribution equipment and associated hazards.
• Be held accountable for maintaining all confidences regarding highly sensitive and proprietary information.
• Assures quality workmanship and on time delivery to the client for all projects assigned.
• Supports the organization’s vision and strategy and demonstrates initiative and personal accountability to meet work demands according to the highest standard.
• Exhibit organizational and planning skill
• High commitment to achieving goals and plans
• Demonstrated skills in verbal/written communications
• Demonstrated negotiating and decision-making skill
• Demonstrated management and business skills
• Demonstrated skills in providing leadership, motivation, vision, and direction
• High energy level with the ability to work in a fast paced, ambiguous environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and follow through on assignments

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Pike Engineering is an equal opportunity employer

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Pike Engineering is a Non-Union Company