Project Operations Analyst — Hybrid & Data-Driven PM Support

Stratus®; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with employer match

Paid holidays

Competitive PTO

Job summary

Stratus in San Francisco is seeking a Project Operations Analyst to support project managers and business leaders in day-to-day operations, forecasting, and cost management. This role provides critical financial insights and performance reporting to drive improved outcomes.

The role emphasizes hands-on project setup, EAC analysis, and alignment with company policies, while contributing to templates and tools that streamline delivery across markets.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in project controls, operations coordination, or PMO support within AEC or professional services.
• Hands-on experience supporting PMs with project setup, cost management, and forecasting.
• Strong analytical and Excel skills; experience with financial modeling, variance analysis, and performance reporting.
• Proficiency with ERP platforms such as Deltek Vantagepoint, Oracle, or similar systems.
• Working knowledge of PMI project management frameworks and lifecycle.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across project teams and business units.
• 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; collaborate with PMs to address issues.
• Provide financial and operational analysis to leadership to support decision-making.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, quarterly forecasts, and preliminary project budgets for markets or units.
• Assist with opportunity tracking, pricing models, and risk management activities.
• Serve as a day-to-day resource for PMs and ensure compliance with policies and tools.
• Develop job aids and templates to streamline project delivery workflows.
• Collaborate with finance and operations to ensure accurate project data in ERP and reporting systems.

Skills

Project controls

Operations coordination

PMO support

Excel

Financial modeling

Variance analysis

Performance reporting

Deltek Vantagepoint

Oracle ERP

PMI frameworks

Cross-functional collaboration

Detail oriented

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

Oracle

ERP systems

Job description

Stratus in San Francisco is seeking a Project Operations Analyst to support project managers and business leaders in day-to-day operations, forecasting, and cost management. This role provides critical financial insights and performance reporting to drive improved outcomes.

The role emphasizes hands-on project setup, EAC analysis, and alignment with company policies, while contributing to templates and tools that streamline delivery across markets.