Lead Analyst - PMO & Portfolio

ob Summary

This Project Management Lead Analyst supports oversight of an IT project portfolio in alignment with established project management metrics, industry standards, and best practices. The role partners with PMO teams and project managers to strengthen project delivery, improve reporting accuracy, and drive continuous process improvement across programs funded by both business and IT organizations.

The analyst acts as a key resource for project governance, portfolio performance, and project management tools, helping ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with consistent reporting quality.

Responsibilities

• Support demand management processes and portfolio standards within the PMO.

• Partner with project managers to improve project delivery integrity and reporting accuracy.

• Develop and recommend portfolio-level process improvements to achieve PMO performance metrics.

• Facilitate regular meetings to ensure timely updates on milestones, risks, progress, and highlights.

• Provide training, guidance, and mentorship for project managers, including onboarding support.

• Promote adherence to project management standards and best practices.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives across project delivery and reporting processes.

• Collaborate with financial teams to ensure consistent project financial reporting.

• Engage stakeholders across IT and business functions to align expectations and outcomes.

• Interface with global counterparts to incorporate best practices into project processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field with significant relevant experience (or equivalent professional experience).

• Project or Program Management certification preferred.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Microsoft Project and Excel.

• Experience working cross-functionally in project or portfolio environments.

• Solid knowledge of project scheduling, structure, and delivery methodologies.

• Ability to coach, mentor, and influence peers and stakeholders.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Adaptability in a fast-paced, changing environment.

• Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills.

• Willingness to travel as needed.