Project Analyst

Project Analyst Engagement Type: Contract (Contract-to-Hire potential) Location: Richmond, VA (Hybrid) Compensation: $44-57/hr (Final compensation will be dependent on skillset and experience) Position Overview The Project Analyst will serve as a critical intelligence and data resource, combining business analysis and data analytics to support decision-making across the organization and its agency partners. This role is responsible for designing and building advanced Power BI dashboards, analyzing complex datasets, and developing data-driven processes and reporting structures. The ideal candidate is a curious, self-directed analyst who can understand business requirements and translate them into actionable reporting and insights. Key Responsibilities • Design and develop advanced Power BI dashboards and reports for executive leadership and agency stakeholders. • Build executive-level dashboards with drill-down functionality that provide clear views of project and portfolio health. • Write advanced Power Query (M) scripts to transform and model data from OData feeds and other enterprise data sources. • Analyze business requirements and determine the most effective reports, dashboards, and visualizations to support decision-making. • Build new data processes, reporting workflows, and data pipelines where none currently exist. • Support organizational data strategy initiatives, including expanding reporting capabilities and data accessibility. • Leverage AI tools, where available, to assist with research, reporting, and data analysis. • Gather and document reporting requirements through stakeholder interviews and business analysis. • Develop and maintain documentation for dashboards, data sources, and reporting processes. • Train and support team members on Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions. Required Qualifications • Advanced Power BI development experience, including executive dashboards, custom visualizations, drill-through, and drill-down functionality. • Advanced Power Query (M language) skills for data transformation and modeling. • Strong data analytics background with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights. • Experience working with OData feeds or other API-based data connections. • Strong business analysis and requirements gathering skills. • Ability to build reporting structures and data processes from the ground up with minimal supervision. • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical information to non-technical audiences. Preferred Qualifications • Experience working within a state government environment. • Experience with Planview or similar Project Portfolio Management (PPM) platforms. • Familiarity with AI/ML tools and their application to data analysis and reporting. • Business analysis experience, including process documentation and requirements gathering. • Experience developing dashboards and reporting solutions for executive leadership. Why This Role Matters This role plays a key part in advancing a data-driven organization by designing reporting solutions, improving data accessibility, and providing actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. The Project Analyst will help establish scalable reporting processes and dashboards that enable leadership and stakeholders to make informed decisions more efficiently.