Project Analyst - CC

Pike Corporation•Shreveport, LA

About The Position

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.

Requirements

REGULAR ATTENDANCE is required.
High school degree or GED.
5-7 Year(s) Experience in distribution/utility or related field.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals, operational procedures, etc.
Ability to write reports, Business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret spread sheets.
Ability to compute rate, ratios, and percent and to draw and interpret spreadsheets
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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 dutiesas assigned by management.