Project Analyst I

at  Worcester Polytechnic Institute

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

As part of the User Success and Experience team, the IT Project Analyst will assist in coordinating projects initiated from different functional areas at WPI. They will work closely with key stakeholders and project team members while utilizing project management processes and best practices from project pre-inception through closure with effective transition to support.
WPI is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Hybrid opportunity for this position.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 1-3 years of Experience in project coordination, analysis, management
• Degree in business, administration, or a related field required
• Working knowledge of standard project management practices.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  Please include a cover letter with resume for consideration.

WPI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER THAT ACTIVELY SEEKS TO INCREASE THE DIVERSITY OF ITS WORKPLACE. ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, AGE, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, NATIONAL ORIGIN, VETERAN STATUS, OR DISABILITY. IT SEEKS INDIVIDUALS WITH DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS AND EXPERIENCES WHO WILL CONTRIBUTE TO A CULTURE OF CREATIVITY, COLLABORATION, INCLUSION, PROBLEM SOLVING, INNOVATION, HIGH PERFORMANCE, AND CHANGE MAKING. IT IS COMMITTED TO MAINTAINING A CAMPUS ENVIRONMENT FREE OF HARASSMENT AND DISCRIMINATION.

To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPIExternalCareerSite/job/Worcester/Project-Analyst-IR0002749

• Contribute to project planning and scheduling.
• Assist in defining project milestones, tasks, and resource requirements.
• Assist in establishing project communication plans and ensuring their execution.
• Organize and facilitate stakeholder and project team meetings.
• Maintain and monitor project plans, schedules, and status.
• Assess project risks and issues and propose solutions and mitigation plans.
• Facilitate change requests and ensure all parties are informed of the impacts on project plans and schedules.
• Assist in submitting project deliverables and ensuring they adhere to quality standards.
• Obtain stakeholder acceptance of project deliverables.
• Coordinate the development of training materials and other documents as needed to enable successful project implementation.
• Manage customer satisfaction within the project transition period.
• Conduct post-project evaluation and identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Provide administrative support as needed.