About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Project Analyst to support project delivery, budgeting, reporting, and coordination for engineering projects based in One Horse Store, AR. This role supports project managers by analyzing data, maintaining documentation, and helping keep projects on schedule and on budget.

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Key responsibilities

• Support project planning and execution: monitor schedules, track milestones, and assist with cost estimates and budgets.
• Maintain project documentation: timelines, resource plans, meeting minutes, and status reports.
• Research, monitor, and analyze project data to provide actionable insights and recommendations.
• Assist with RFP responses, ensuring compliance with requirements and supporting proposal preparation.
• Coordinate multiple projects concurrently and communicate progress and scope changes to stakeholders.
• Liaise between local management, technical staff, and external clients as an administrative point of contact.
• Support accounting and billing processes by maintaining accurate project information in accounting systems and assisting with monthly billing and collections as needed.
• Help develop and refine internal processes and SOPs to improve efficiency.
• May manage branch-level platforms/systems related to project development and delivery.

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What success looks like

• Timely, accurate project reports and documentation.
• Clear, proactive communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Reliable tracking of schedules and budgets; early identification of risks or scope changes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, time-sensitive tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Evidence of analytic thinking and problem-solving that improves project outcomes.
• Positive working relationships across teams and contributions to process improvements.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, construction management, or related field preferred; or equivalent experience.
• Entry-level — no prior professional experience required; any related internship or co-op is a plus.
• Familiarity with project management lifecycle from conception to delivery.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and common web browsers.
• Experience with Adobe and/or Bluebeam is a plus.
• Familiarity with Deltek and PandaDoc is a plus.
• Progress toward or possession of project management credentials (PMP, CAPM, CSM, etc.) is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and analytical ability.
• Ability to read and interpret civil and architectural drawings is helpful.

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Compensation & benefits

• Base salary range: $50,000 - $70,000 per year (range provided by the client).
• Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and holidays; tuition reimbursement and professional development; discretionary bonuses; Employee Assistance Program and wellness initiatives.
• Salary and eligibility for benefits may vary by location and employment status.

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Work environment & physical demands

• Primarily indoor professional office environment; may include hybrid or occasional remote work options depending on role and location.
• Occasional local and occasional out-of-area/overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds; use of standard office equipment.
• Must be able to work both independently and collaboratively, often under time-sensitive deadlines.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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