Senior Business Analyst / Project Manager
Onsite Columbus, Ohio
Role Overview
This is a senior-level hybrid Business Analyst + Project Manager role supporting a major legacy-system modernization initiative. You ll lead requirements discovery, reverse-engineer undocumented workflows, manage multi-phase project plans, and partner closely with development teams building new modern applications. Perfect for someone who enjoys both analytical BA work and PM execution responsibilities.
Must-Have Skills
- 5 7+ years of industry experience
- BA / BS degree (required)
- Strong experience performing both Business Analyst and Project Manager duties
- Hands-on requirements gathering , stakeholder interviews, and documentation for system modernization
- Experience supporting multi-phase technology projects and managing timelines with MS Project
- Ability to create process flows and documentation using Visio and SharePoint
- Experience collaborating with development teams (Java or similar) to clarify requirements, track progress, and remove blockers
- Ability to prepare detailed project status reports and executive-level summaries
- Strong SQL skills for data validation and confirming system behavior
- Ability to reverse-engineer and summarize logic from legacy code (COBOL experience ideal)
- Excellent written and verbal communication, able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Key Responsibilities
Conduct interviews with business users to understand how legacy applications are usedAnalyze and interpret undocumented legacy code to extract business logicDevelop clear, detailed functional requirements for new application developmentCreate workflow diagrams, functional specs, and documentation using Visio / SharePointMaintain and revise detailed project plans in MS ProjectFacilitate meetings and gather development updates, blockers, and risksTrack deliverables, maintain accurate timelines, and escalate issues when necessaryMaintain organized repositories of requirements, process documents, and reference materialsPrepare weekly status updates and concise summaries for leadershipEnsure alignment between requirements, development, testing, and business partnersWho Shouldn't t Apply
This role may not be ideal for candidates who :
Cannot work 100% onsite in Columbus, OHHave no experience supporting both BA and PM responsibilitiesLack hands-on experience with system modernization or legacy translation workDo not have 5 7+ years of industry experience