Project Analyst

Project Analyst (Oil & Gas) Singapore Position type: Full-Time Reports to: Asia Pacific Director Date posted: January 12, 2026 Closing date: Open until filled Introduction Independent Project Analysis, Inc. (IPA) is a capital project research and consulting firm that improves the business competitiveness of our customers. It is our mission and unique competence to conduct research into the functioning of capital projects and project systems and to apply the results to create competitive advantage for our customers. We conduct research using our proprietary project databases, the most comprehensive source of capital project experience in existence, and data analytics to extract valuable insights. Our client portfolio includes the world‑leading companies in the heavy and light industries. We are a global company with offices in the United States, Singapore, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Brazil. We are seeking Analysts to join our Singapore team. At IPA, you will work directly with clients to improve their performance by making clear, logical, and convincing cases for change. Analysts engage with key project and project system stakeholders, collect and analyse data, and deliver reports and presentations. The candidate’s interest in studying factors that drive success in complex, technologically advanced projects across different industries and countries is critical. This position offers tremendous opportunities for personal growth, including research, consulting, senior management client engagement, and business development. IPA pays a competitive salary with excellent benefits, including a paid 4‑month sabbatical after 6 years of continuous service for employees with good performance. We provide a supportive environment so that new members of staff can develop to their full potential. Key Responsibilities Interfacing directly with clients to collect project technical data and uncover areas of risk Applying statistical analysis to quantify your findings Writing reports to provide insight and recommendations for clients Delivering verbal feedback and presentations to technical and business audiences Working collaboratively with capital project teams and project organizations to improve business competitiveness Conducting research on the drivers of project success and failure using statistics and IPA’s proprietary database Skills and Qualities Project Analysts must have: Strong analytical skills Excellent oral and written communication High level of interest in capital (engineering and construction) projects and project systems Outstanding interpersonal skills, to be able to build and maintain relationships with senior leaders in client organizations Strong work ethic Self‑motivated and able to work independently Positive attitude, intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to work in a team Flexibility in taking on a variety of assignments and willing to step out of their comfort zone Travel Requirements This position involves up to 20% travel to client locations, primarily within the Asia Pacific region Education and Experience In terms of education and experience, we prefer: A Master’s degree, in project management, engineering, physical sciences, business, economics, mathematics, or allied fields Knowledge of statistical analyses such as hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, linear and logistic regression is advantageous Minimum 5 or more years of experience in a relevant position (e.g., analyst, scientist, consultant, project manager, engineer) Subsurface, including geology, geophysics, reservoir engineering, production operations or drilling and completion functions of the industry; or experience in E&P facilities engineering WHY IPA? For over 35 years, IPA has delivered groundbreaking research and quantitative risk analyses to enhance the value generated by our clients’ capital project systems and meet their obligations for sustainable and safe performance. IPA guides capital‑intensive organizations to establish the right combination of people, work process, and governance to maximize performance across several measures: cost, schedule, safety, operability performance, and carbon reduction. We have a dataset of over 24,000 capital projects as the basis of our work. Our clients are leading companies in the energy, minerals, infrastructure, chemicals, pharmaceutical, and consumer products sectors. IPA is committed to social and ethical responsibility, and all global offices initiate or participate in local charity initiatives to support those in need. HOW TO APPLY Applicants should complete the form at and include a cover letter, resume, and salary requirement. #J-18808-Ljbffr