Project Management Analyst at Gdh Consulting, Inc. in Oakland, California

Project Management Analyst

The Project Management Analyst (PMA) supports the successful planning, execution, financial management, and reporting of complex projects and programs. This role is responsible for maintaining project records, monitoring budgets and forecasts, tracking actual performance against plan, and providing analytical support to project and program teams. The PMA ensures data accuracy, supports governance and compliance requirements, identifies and resolves discrepancies, and delivers reporting and insights to stakeholders and leadership. The PMA works independently on moderately complex to complex projects, applying project management and financial analysis techniques to support project delivery. The role may provide guidance to less experienced analysts and collaborates across cross functional teams in a matrixed environment. Work location is flexible based on business needs. Limited travel may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain project records, documentation, and supporting materials within approved project management and financial systems.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, actual expenditures, and resource allocations to ensure alignment with financial targets.
• Track and report variances between forecasted and actual performance and recommend corrective actions when needed.
• Support forecasting accuracy objectives through ongoing analysis of project financials and operational metrics.
• Create and manage project related requests, contracts, actions, and documentation required to support project execution.
• Analyze project, financial, and operational data to identify trends, risks, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Investigate and resolve data inconsistencies and ensure accuracy across project management and financial systems.
• Generate standard and ad hoc reports for project teams, leadership, audits, and governance requirements.
• Maintain project metrics, dashboards, and reporting tools to provide visibility into project performance.
• Present findings, recommendations, and project insights to project teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership.
• Support risk identification, tracking, mitigation planning, and reporting activities.
• Participate in project teams and contribute to successful project delivery across multiple initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with organizational governance, documentation standards, audit requirements, and applicable controls.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to exchange information, support decision making, and facilitate project execution.
• Work effectively within a matrixed organization while managing multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• May mentor or provide guidance to junior Project Management Analysts and support the development of best practices.

Required Qualifications Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in project controls, project management support, business analysis, financial analysis, budgeting, accounting, or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting project financial management, budget tracking, forecasting, and reporting.
• Skills and Competencies
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Experience working with budgeting, forecasting, accounting, or financial management processes.
• Ability to analyze data, identify discrepancies, and drive resolution.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across functional teams.
• Experience working in a matrixed organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to present information and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills.
• Preferred Qualifications
• 8 or more years of related experience.
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification or equivalent project management certification.
• Experience with project management methodologies, processes, tools, and governance frameworks.
• Knowledge of risk management practices and controls.
• Experience using project management, financial, and enterprise reporting systems.
• Working knowledge of Power BI or similar data visualization tools.
• Ability to quickly learn new business systems and technologies.
• Experience supporting audit, compliance, or governance requirements.
• Experience developing dashboards, reports, and performance metrics.
• Work Environment
• Primarily office based with flexibility for remote or hybrid work based on business requirements.
• May require occasional travel to project, customer, or operational sites.
• Ability to support multiple concurrent projects and work effectively in a fast paced environment.

About GDH:

At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, "We care about people," isn't just a tagline - it's the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are:

GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH Benefits:

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee's life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more! For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH's website under the tab for candidates. GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department. Please visit our notice of collection for California applicants.