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HNTB

Project Analyst I

Raleigh, NC · On-site

The Project Analyst acts as the primary financial advisor throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring success in areas such as contracting, compensation and payment terms, workplan/project management ...

HNTB Corporation

Project Analyst I

Raleigh, NC · On-site

The Project Analyst acts as the primary financial advisor throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring success in areas such as contracting, compensation and payment terms, workplan/project management ...

PharPoint Research, Inc

Project Analyst II

Durham, NC · On-site

... project study assumptions. * Perform any ad-hoc requests pertaining to but not limited to: cost comparisons, pipeline, utilization, department presentations, and analysis. * Maintain the corporate ...

PHARPOINT RESEARCH INC

Project Analyst II

Durham, NC · On-site

... project study assumptions. * Perform any ad-hoc requests pertaining to but not limited to: cost comparisons, pipeline, utilization, department presentations, and analysis. * Maintain the corporate ...

Pharpoint Research

Project Analyst II

Durham, NC · On-site

... project study assumptions. * Perform any ad-hoc requests pertaining to but not limited to: cost comparisons, pipeline, utilization, department presentations, and analysis. * Maintain the corporate ...

M&F Bank

IT Project Analyst

Durham, NC

Now, we're looking for a passionate mid-level IT Project Analyst to help shape the next chapter of our legacy. In this dynamic role within our Information Technology department, you'll combine ...

Tech Tammina

J2EE Analyst

Morrisville, NC

... wide projects o Experience with various software estimation techniques o 4+ years of experience in performing high and low level project analysis and design o 3+ years of experience using Unified ...

Tech Tammina

J2EE Analyst

Morrisville, NC · On-site

... wide projects o Experience with various software estimation techniques o 4+ years of experience in performing high and low level project analysis and design o 3+ years of experience using Unified ...

RTI International

Project Financial Analyst

Durham, NC · On-site

We are seeking a Financial Analyst to join our Project Finance team. This is an early-career opportunity designed for someone with a strong foundation in financial analysis and data modeling, who is ...

RTI International

Project Financial Analyst

Durham, NC · On-site

We are seeking a Financial Analyst to join our Project Finance team. This is an early-career opportunity designed for someone with a strong foundation in financial analysis and data modeling, who is ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for project analyst in Raleigh, NC is $35.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $42.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Is a Project Analyst?

Project analysts oversee the development and implementation of projects for their company. As part of your job duties, you research data and gather information from the field. You need analytical skills and experience to produce reports and statistical data to determine the viability of a project and to track its progress over time. Companies rely on project analysts to confirm potential project ideas are aligned with company goals and financial objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Project Analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Project Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with project management software (such as MS Project or Asana), data analysis tools (like Excel or Tableau), and sometimes certifications like CAPM or PMP are valuable. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability help you collaborate effectively and manage changing priorities. These skills are crucial for delivering actionable insights, supporting project goals, and ensuring projects stay on track and within budget.

How does a Project Analyst typically collaborate with project managers and other team members during a project's lifecycle?

A Project Analyst works closely with project managers by providing data-driven insights and tracking project progress against timelines and budgets. They often facilitate communication between team members, prepare status reports, and help identify potential risks or bottlenecks. Regularly, they participate in team meetings, review project documentation, and ensure all stakeholders are aligned on project objectives. This collaborative approach helps keep projects on track and ensures that issues are addressed promptly.

What are Project Analysts?

Project Analysts are professionals who support project managers and teams by analyzing data, preparing reports, monitoring project progress, and identifying risks or issues. They help ensure that projects stay on track by providing insights and recommendations based on data analysis. Project Analysts often coordinate between departments, manage project documentation, and assist in resource allocation to improve project efficiency.
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Project Analyst I

Project Analyst I

HNTB

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Full-time

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HNTB rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
This opportunity entails being responsible for providing financial guidance to project teams, with a focus on budgets, profitability, earnings variances, cash flow, and contract compliance. The Project Analyst acts as the primary financial advisor throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring success in areas such as contracting, compensation and payment terms, workplan/project management system alignment, budgets, cost controls, revenue recognition, and cash and invoice management.

What You'll Do:

  • Engages and supports all financial aspects across the entire project lifecycle.
  • Models and analyzes gross margin scenarios from initial engagement through final negotiations, offering revenue and cash performance recommendations and enhancement strategies.
  • Ensures the accuracy of the PM system by overseeing changes to budget, commitments, forecasts, and expenditures, aligning work plans with client/contract requirements.
  • Reviews and ensures timely and accurate invoice approval and payment applications according to client terms and requirements, including subcontracting needs. Collaborates with the project manager and cash management team to proactively resolve billing and revenue discrepancies.
  • Generates and evaluates standard and ad hoc reports under guidance to identify and track potential cost issues and overruns. Investigates budget anomalies and escalates concerns to discuss actions.
  • Forecasts and monitors project estimate-at-completion (EAC) by recording potential and actual changes to cost accounts, including change orders, trends, and deviations.
  • Supports and may facilitate an efficient earnings review process with the project team, using GAAP and revenue recognition concepts to analyze project finance performance. Performs project revenue adjustments with general supervision.
  • Escalates project performance that impacts office results to the finance supervisor in a timely manner.
  • Develops client and subconsultant relationships, ensuring effective client service and efficient subconsultant management.
  • Works with and utilizes PFAs for routine transactional support.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor's degree, or
  • In lieu of education, 4 years of financial, project accounting/analysis, or related work experience.

What You'll Bring:

  • Ability to manage ownership of the project finance responsibilities for smaller, low-risk projects or assist in larger projects.
  • Ability to read and comprehend basic contract requirements.
  • Emerging understanding of HNTB internal project finance/accounting processes.
  • Developing data analysis skills, able to accurately store, interpret, and present data using tools such as Excel, HNTB's enterprise reporting system, and HNTB's project management system.
  • Developing conceptual and analytical skills, interpreting and taking/driving action on data.
  • Developing organizational skills and the ability to multitask.

What We Prefer:

  • Degree in relevant Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering, or related field
  • Knowledge of project financial management/cost controls
  • Knowledge of accounting/financial principles and practices
  • Knowledge of A/E industry

Additional Information

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.#JS

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Locations:

Charlotte, NC, Raleigh, NC

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NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:

HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.

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About HNTB

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At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1914

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