Project Analyst

Role Overview

We seek a Project Analyst to contribute to project planning, governance, and reporting for multiple initiatives at our Toronto location. This contract position requires working onsite and spans over three or more months. The successful candidate will play a vital role in tracking project progress, preparing executive level updates, managing stakeholder communications, gathering and analyzing business requirements, and aiding strategic decisions within a dynamic environment.

Key Duties

• Assist in planning and overseeing project execution and governance functions.
• Create and update comprehensive project documentation, reports, and visual dashboards.
• Prepare presentations and status reports for executives.
• Collect business insights and contribute to business case development.
• Track project advancement, identify potential risks, and monitor action items.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to maintain project harmony.
• Support budget tracking, resource distribution, and project reporting efforts.
• Perform data analysis to suggest ways to enhance project workflows.
• Ensure project records are current and communication is timely.
• Manage changing priorities effectively, supporting several projects simultaneously.

Required Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma.
• At least two years of experience in project management or as a project analyst.
• Proven experience in generating business cases and gathering requirements.
• Proficiency in project reporting and documentation.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Highly organized with effective time and stakeholder management skills.
• Capable of working autonomously and collaboratively within a team.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in project coordination and governance frameworks.
• Skills in executive-level reporting and presentation creation.
• Knowledge of financial monitoring and project budgeting.
• Competence in risk and issue management.
• Background in process improvement and operational analysis.
• Ability to create dashboards and conduct reporting.
• Effective stakeholder communication and relationship management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

About Dexian

Dexian is a prominent firm delivering staffing, IT, and workforce solutions. Established through the 2023 merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants, it employs over 12,000 individuals globally across 70 locations. As the second-largest minority-owned staffing business in the U.S., Dexian connects talent with organizations to drive impactful results. Its divisions include Dexian DISYS, Signature Consultants, Government Solutions, Talent Development, and IT Solutions. Dexian is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, gender identity, or veteran status.