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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Nexus is seeking an early-career Project Analyst to join our Project Services team. In this role, you will support project teams by turning cost, schedule, and risk information into accurate, useful reporting and analysis. You will work closely with Project Controls and cross-functional project teams to identify trends and variances, improve data quality, and provide the information leaders need to make informed project decisions.
Travel up to 30%, primarily to Akron, OH and between Nexus' offices.
What You'll Do
- Track project commitments, actuals, forecasts, accruals, changes, budgets, and other Project Controls information.
- Monitor project performance and help identify variances, trends, risks, and potential corrective actions.
- Validate project data and work with Project Controls, Finance, Procurement, Estimating, and project teams to resolve discrepancies.
- Support project risk identification and monitoring, including maintaining risk registers and documenting risks, opportunities, owners, and response actions.
- Prepare project reports, dashboards, KPIs, and trend analysis that provide clear visibility into project performance.
- Develop and maintain analytical tools, reports, databases, and dashboards that improve reporting and decision support.
- Use tools such as Excel, Power BI, Power Query, R, Python, VBA, automation, or AI, as appropriate, to improve analysis, reporting, and data quality.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in data analytics, science, engineering, or a related field.
- 0-2 years of relevant experience; internship or co-op experience may qualify.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across project teams.
- Commitment to data quality, safety, and applicable client requirements.
- Ability to travel up to 30%.
- Internship or work experience in data analysis, application development, auditing, cost control, Project Controls, or project management.
- Experience with Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate, R, Python, VBA, or similar analytical or automation tools.
- Familiarity with accounting principles and multidisciplinary capital projects.
What You'll Learn & How You'll Grow
- Learn from experienced Project Management and Project Services professionals through day-to-day collaboration, mentorship, and practical project experience.
- Build Project Controls knowledge across cost, schedule, risk, reporting, and project performance analysis.
- Develop analytical and technology capabilities while gaining exposure to multidisciplinary capital projects and project teams.
The posted salary range represents the anticipated base pay for this position in accordance with applicable pay-transparency requirements and may vary based on experience, qualifications, skills, certifications, work location, and market conditions.
In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — an ownership stake and a share in the long-term success of Nexus
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match and discretionary bonus opportunities
- Paid time off, holidays, and paid parental leave
- Professional development and career advancement — training, certifications, licensure support, tuition assistance, and mentorship
- Wellness benefits and a flexible schedule where business needs allow
About Nexus Engineering Group
Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.
At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you’ll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals.
Equal Opportunity Employer & Reasonable Accommodation
Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Nexus Engineering Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@nexusegroup.com.
Sponsorship & Work Authorization
Nexus Engineering Group does not provide employment visa sponsorship of any kind, including CPT, OPT, or employment-based visas. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must be able to maintain that authorization throughout employment without any action, filing, or sponsorship by the company. This requirement applies both at the time of hire and on a continuing basis for the duration of employment.
Third‑Party Agency Notice
Nexus Engineering Group does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters or agencies. We only engage approved third‑party partners under a written agreement initiated by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Any resumes submitted without prior authorization or a current agreement will not be eligible for placement fees and will be considered the property of Nexus Engineering Group.
We may use AI tools to help our recruitment team review and organize applications. These tools support — but never replace — human judgment, and final hiring decisions are made by people. If you’d like to know more about how your data is handled, contact us at careers@nexusegroup.com.
Nexus is seeking an early-career Project Analyst to join our Project Services team. In this role, you will support project teams by turning cost, schedule, and risk information into accurate, useful reporting and analysis. You will work closely with Project Controls and cross-functional project teams to identify trends and variances, improve data quality, and provide the information leaders need to make informed project decisions.
Travel up to 30%, primarily to Akron, OH and between Nexus' offices.
What You'll Do
- Track project commitments, actuals, forecasts, accruals, changes, budgets, and other Project Controls information.
- Monitor project performance and help identify variances, trends, risks, and potential corrective actions.
- Validate project data and work with Project Controls, Finance, Procurement, Estimating, and project teams to resolve discrepancies.
- Support project risk identification and monitoring, including maintaining risk registers and documenting risks, opportunities, owners, and response actions.
- Prepare project reports, dashboards, KPIs, and trend analysis that provide clear visibility into project performance.
- Develop and maintain analytical tools, reports, databases, and dashboards that improve reporting and decision support.
- Use tools such as Excel, Power BI, Power Query, R, Python, VBA, automation, or AI, as appropriate, to improve analysis, reporting, and data quality.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in data analytics, science, engineering, or a related field.
- 0-2 years of relevant experience; internship or co-op experience may qualify.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across project teams.
- Commitment to data quality, safety, and applicable client requirements.
- Ability to travel up to 30%.
- Internship or work experience in data analysis, application development, auditing, cost control, Project Controls, or project management.
- Experience with Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate, R, Python, VBA, or similar analytical or automation tools.
- Familiarity with accounting principles and multidisciplinary capital projects.
What You'll Learn & How You'll Grow
- Learn from experienced Project Management and Project Services professionals through day-to-day collaboration, mentorship, and practical project experience.
- Build Project Controls knowledge across cost, schedule, risk, reporting, and project performance analysis.
- Develop analytical and technology capabilities while gaining exposure to multidisciplinary capital projects and project teams.
The posted salary range represents the anticipated base pay for this position in accordance with applicable pay-transparency requirements and may vary based on experience, qualifications, skills, certifications, work location, and market conditions.
In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — an ownership stake and a share in the long-term success of Nexus
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match and discretionary bonus opportunities
- Paid time off, holidays, and paid parental leave
- Professional development and career advancement — training, certifications, licensure support, tuition assistance, and mentorship
- Wellness benefits and a flexible schedule where business needs allow
About Nexus Engineering Group
Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.
At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you’ll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals.
Equal Opportunity Employer & Reasonable Accommodation
Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Nexus Engineering Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@nexusegroup.com.
Sponsorship & Work Authorization
Nexus Engineering Group does not provide employment visa sponsorship of any kind, including CPT, OPT, or employment-based visas. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must be able to maintain that authorization throughout employment without any action, filing, or sponsorship by the company. This requirement applies both at the time of hire and on a continuing basis for the duration of employment.
Third‑Party Agency Notice
Nexus Engineering Group does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters or agencies. We only engage approved third‑party partners under a written agreement initiated by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Any resumes submitted without prior authorization or a current agreement will not be eligible for placement fees and will be considered the property of Nexus Engineering Group.
We may use AI tools to help our recruitment team review and organize applications. These tools support — but never replace — human judgment, and final hiring decisions are made by people. If you’d like to know more about how your data is handled, contact us at careers@nexusegroup.com.
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Project Analyst Job Market in Ohio
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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, Samsara, and Deloitte and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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, Wright-Patterson AFB, and Dayton 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 25% of project analyst openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 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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