Project Analyst Jobs in North Carolina

Project Analyst jobs in North Carolina concentrate in financial services, technology, healthcare systems, and government contracting, with demand running from junior analyst through senior program roles across a market that consistently ranks among the most active in the Southeast. The heaviest hiring is in Charlotte, Raleigh, and the Research Triangle, where employers such as Bank of America, Duke University Health System, and Lenovo have long-standing analyst teams. The most in-demand specialties are business process improvement, IT project coordination, and financial analysis. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles15
Top employerSyneos Health
Top cityCharlotte, NC
Cities hiring8
Work type60% Hybrid
Top industryScience

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BMC Software
Associate Project Analyst - USA
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BMC Software
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Associate Project Analyst - USA
BMC Software
Cary, North Carolina
Business Operations
Human Resources
Project Management
$55k - $91k/yr
Hybrid
5,001-10,000

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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Project Controls Construction Project Analyst – Graduate Development Program
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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
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Project Controls Construction Project Analyst – Graduate Development Program
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Raleigh, North Carolina
Business Analysis
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Master's degree in construction management
201-500

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NV5
Project Analyst
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NV5
Added 2w ago
Project Analyst
NV5
Cary, North Carolina
Business Analysis
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000

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Clark Construction
Project Controls Analyst
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Clark Construction
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Project Controls Analyst
Clark Construction
Charlotte, North Carolina
Construction Management
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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Lowe's Home Improvement
Sr. Analyst-Enterprise Risk Management - Project Manager
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Lowe's Home Improvement
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Sr. Analyst-Enterprise Risk Management - Project Manager
Lowe's Home Improvement
Mooresville, North Carolina
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000

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Project Analyst Jobs by City in North Carolina

Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Charlotte
4 jobs
Cary
3 jobs
Morrisville
3 jobs
Hickory
1 job
Raleigh
1 job
Havelock
1 job
Mooresville
1 job
Fayetteville
1 job

Project Analyst Job Market in North Carolina

A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Syneos Health
Syneos Health2 open roles
NV5
NV51 open role
DP World
DP World1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Science & Research
  • Technology & Software

What North Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project analyst jobs across North Carolina.

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, information systems, or a related field
  • Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
  • Experience gathering and documenting business requirements from internal stakeholders
  • Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or waterfall project delivery methodologies
  • Strong data analysis skills using Excel, SQL, or business intelligence platforms
  • PMP, CAPM, or CompTIA Project+ certification preferred by many North Carolina employers

Project Analyst Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project analyst in North Carolina?

North Carolina does not require a state-issued license to work as a project analyst. Most employers in Charlotte, Raleigh, and the Research Triangle hire candidates who hold a bachelor's degree in business, information technology, or a related discipline. Earning a CAPM or PMP credential from the Project Management Institute strengthens applications significantly. Candidates targeting state government roles should review the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources classification requirements for analyst positions.

Which companies hire project analysts in North Carolina?

North Carolina project analyst roles are posted by Syneos Health, NV5, and DP World and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Charlotte's financial sector, the Research Triangle's tech and life sciences corridor, and Raleigh's growing government contracting community all sustain steady analyst demand throughout the year.

Which North Carolina cities have the most project analyst jobs?

Charlotte, Cary, and Morrisville account for the largest share of project analyst openings in North Carolina. Charlotte leads because of its concentration of major financial institutions and corporate headquarters, while Raleigh and Durham benefit from Research Triangle Park's dense cluster of technology, pharmaceutical, and government contracting employers that routinely staff large analyst teams.

Are there remote project analyst jobs in North Carolina?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 80% of project analyst openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how central the role is to desk-based coordination and documentation work. Requirements gathering, status reporting, and process mapping are the tasks most commonly performed fully remotely by analysts at North Carolina employers.

How can I get hired as a project analyst in North Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a business or IT analyst associate role, which large North Carolina employers such as Bank of America, Truist, and state agencies post specifically for candidates without deep experience. A CAPM certification and a portfolio of documented process maps or project plans from coursework or internships compensates for thin work history. Adjacent roles such as administrative coordinator, data analyst intern, or operations associate at Research Triangle technology firms are common lateral moves into project analyst positions.

Where can I find and apply to project analyst jobs in North Carolina?

You can find and apply to project analyst jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, and across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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