Project Analyst Jobs in Ohio

Project Analyst jobs in Ohio are concentrated in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where employers like JPMorgan Chase, Nationwide, and Procter & Gamble maintain large operations that regularly bring on project analysts across IT, financial services, and operations management. Demand is strongest for analysts with experience in process improvement, enterprise systems, and data-driven project tracking, with openings at every level from entry-level coordinator roles to senior analyst positions. Ohio's mix of corporate headquarters, healthcare systems, and manufacturing anchors makes it one of the more active Midwest markets for this role. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles13
Top employerHII
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring7
Work type50% On-site
Top industryEnergy

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City of Cleveland, OH
Project Director- Fiscal Analyst
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Project Director- Fiscal Analyst
City of Cleveland, OH
Cleveland, Ohio
Business Development
Events & Tourism
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$65k - $75k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business

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American Electric Power
Project Cost Analyst Sr
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Project Cost Analyst Sr
American Electric Power
Columbus, Ohio
Project & Program Management
Business Analysis
Finance
Accounting
Procurement & Supply Chain
Project Management
Procurement & Purchasing
$88k - $110k/yr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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JPMorganChase
Technical Project Manager III / Solution Analyst
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Technical Project Manager III / Solution Analyst
JPMorganChase
Columbus, Ohio
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
10,000+

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HII
F-35 Airframe IPT Program Management Analyst (Project Management Analyst)
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HII
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F-35 Airframe IPT Program Management Analyst (Project Management Analyst)
HII
Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$140k - $160k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Lemartec
Project Controls Analyst
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Project Controls Analyst
Lemartec
Canton, Ohio
Accounting
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
Finance
$130k - $150k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
51-200

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Project Analyst Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
5 jobs
Canton
2 jobs
Wright-Patterson AFB
2 jobs
Dayton
1 job
Cleveland
1 job
Westerville
1 job
Upper Sandusky
1 job

Project Analyst Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

HII
HII2 open roles
JPMorganChase
JPMorganChase2 open roles
Samsara
Samsara1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Agriculture & Farming
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Ohio Employers Look For

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

  • 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 supporting project lifecycle documentation, status reporting, and stakeholder communication
  • Familiarity with Agile or Waterfall methodologies in a professional setting
  • Strong analytical skills with experience using Excel or business intelligence platforms
  • PMP or CAPM certification from the Project Management Institute preferred by many Ohio employers

Project Analyst Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project analyst in Ohio?

Most Ohio employers hire project analysts who hold a bachelor's degree in business, information systems, finance, or a related field. Ohio does not require a state-issued license for this role, but earning a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) credential from the Project Management Institute significantly strengthens your candidacy. Many Columbus and Cleveland employers treat the PMP as a practical baseline for mid-level positions.

Which companies hire project analysts in Ohio?

Ohio project analyst roles are posted by HII, JPMorganChase, and Samsara and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's concentration of insurance, financial services, and healthcare employers means consistent year-round demand across Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland.

Which Ohio cities have the most project analyst jobs?

Columbus, Canton, and Wright-Patterson AFB are the Ohio cities with the most project analyst openings. Columbus leads because of its density of corporate headquarters in financial services and insurance, including Nationwide and JPMorgan Chase operations, while Cleveland and Cincinnati draw demand from healthcare systems, manufacturing firms, and regional corporate offices that maintain active project teams.

Are there remote project analyst jobs in Ohio?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 50% of project analyst openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the role centers on documentation, reporting, and coordination work that travels well across screens. Project analysts supporting enterprise IT, financial operations, or process improvement tend to find the most remote flexibility.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying for a project coordinator or business analyst associate role at a large Ohio employer and building from there. Columbus-based organizations like Nationwide, Huntington Bank, and OhioHealth, as well as Cleveland Clinic and Cincinnati Children's Hospital, run rotational and associate programs that bring in candidates from adjacent roles such as operations specialist, data coordinator, or administrative analyst. Earning a CAPM certification before applying gives candidates a concrete credential that compensates for limited field experience.

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

You can find and apply to project analyst jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and the broader state. Search the listings for roles that fit your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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