Job Description

Forge ahead with WSB. The Sr Analyst, PMO supports the successful delivery of projects across the organization by partnering with Project Managers, Group Leaders, and PMO leadership to ensure project data, reporting, and processes are accurate, efficient, and aligned with organizational standards. This role serves as a key resource for project performance analysis, reporting, project setup and governance activities, while driving continuous process improvement and providing actionable insights that support effective decision-making and project success. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We've inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.

What you will do:

• Meet regularly with assigned Project Managers to review key performance indicators, project financial performance, and project status updates.
• Analyze project performance metrics and trends, providing actionable insights and recommendations to improve project outcomes.
• Identify, communicate, and escalate project risks, data discrepancies, or performance concerns to PMO leadership and key stakeholders as appropriate.
• Evaluate project setup, budgeting, and resource planning information to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with project requirements.
• Lead and support project setup and maintenance activities, ensuring project plans, contracts, budgets, and related information are accurately reflected within project management systems.
• Manage project submissions and coordinate resolution of project setup issues to support timely project execution.
• Develop, maintain, and present dashboards, reports, and analyses using Power BI, Excel, and PowerPoint for Project Managers, Group Leaders, and organizational leadership.
• Support quarterly forecasting, planning, and business review activities through data analysis, reporting, and presentation of project performance information.
• Utilize project management, CRM, financial, and reporting systems to collect, validate, analyze, and interpret project data.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to project management processes, reporting, workflows, and system utilization.
• Maintain and enhance process documentation, templates, best practice guides, and training materials to support consistent project management practices.
• Conduct periodic reviews of PMO processes, documentation, and reporting structures to ensure effectiveness and alignment with organizational objectives.

What you will bring:

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Experience:
• 4+ years of experience in project management support, project controls, business analysis, financial analysis, PMO operations, or related business insight functions.
• Experience supporting project delivery and performance measurement within a consulting, engineering, professional services, or project-based environment preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Experience developing reports, dashboards, and presentations for operational and leadership audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Licenses/Certifications:
• None required.
• Software:
• Microsoft Suite Products (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc).
• Familiarity with Power BI, Deltek, and CRM systems preferred.

Who We Are:

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

WSB strives to ensure that its careers website is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.

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