Project Analyst

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Project Analyst I to join our team in Rogers, AR.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That is why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved.

We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Manage and coordinate the administrative aspects of projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget. Support Project Manager by analyzing data and contributing to overall project strategy and performance evaluation.

Leadership and Direction

• Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially complex assignments, modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria. Work is completed using advanced techniques and principles and is reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound professional judgement. May review work produced by junior staff for quality assurance.

At the Operational and Company Level

• May act as key point of contact for interdepartmental communications for a branch office, Business Unit / Service line.
• In conjunction with Marketing, may support aspects of proposal preparation and contract pricing.
• Assist project managers and local / Business Unit management team with revenue projections and budgeting.
• Act as liaison between the management team and other technical staff, as needed.
• Proactively communicate with internal and external constituents, acting as administrative point of contact for client.
• Provide operational support to stakeholders by tracking timelines and ensuring project goals are being met.
• Provide support in developing and improving internal processes while supporting strategic and tactical planning and execution.
• May manage platforms and systems related to project development and management of the branch office, Business Unit / Service line.

Do the Work

• Support principals, project managers, and team leads with planning and executing technical projects, including monitoring project schedules, reporting, cost estimates and budgets, and tracking of team activities.
• Create and maintain project documentation, including timelines, resource plans, and meeting minutes. Prepare presentations and ongoing status reports.
• Research, monitor, and analyze data to provide insight and recommend action if necessary.
• Assist local management team in preparing production schedules and project budgets.
• Assist in responding to Requests for Proposal (RFP), ensuring compliance with requested requirements.
• Coordinate multiple projects concurrently.
• Monitor and communicate project progress and scope to key constituents and adapt to changes.
• Review all project contractual documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• May assist Accounting in providing and/or reviewing monthly billing information.
• Work closely with Accounting to maintain project information in Bowman's accounting systems.
• May assist Accounting with collection efforts.
• Using past metrics, work closely with management and Marketing on proposals and contracts for prospective projects.
• Work to streamline operational processes through SOPs, software development, etc.

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.
• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.
• Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Thorough understanding of data analysis techniques and deliverables.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize conclusions and confidently present well-supported arguments with internal/external stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills needed to meet deadlines.
• Ability to synthesize complex information, coordinate and manage multiple projects, and multitask and prioritize deadlines demonstrated by work experience and/or academic record.
• Ability to compose professional business-related…