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Harvard University

Award Specialist

Cambridge, MA · On-site

Reporting to the Manager of Award Operations, the Award Specialist independently serves as a subject matter expert and institutional resource for complex sponsored award management. This role ...

Harvard University

The Office for Sponsored Programs (OSP) is a department within FAD that manages a diverse portfolio ... The Award Specialist plays a key role in ensuring institutional compliance, mitigating risk, and ...

Harvard University

Award Specialist

Cambridge, MA

Reporting to the Manager of Award Operations, the Award Specialist independently serves as a subject matter expert and institutional resource for complex sponsored award management. This role ...

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What is an award manager?

Award Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing grants, contracts, or other types of awards within an organization, typically in academic, nonprofit, or research settings. They ensure compliance with funding agency requirements, manage budgets, and coordinate reporting and documentation. Award Managers work closely with principal investigators, finance teams, and sponsors to facilitate the successful administration of externally funded projects.

How does an award manager typically collaborate with program teams and stakeholders throughout the grant lifecycle?

Award Managers play a crucial role in the coordination between program teams, finance, and external stakeholders during the entire grant lifecycle. They ensure that all compliance requirements are met, manage reporting deadlines, and facilitate clear communication between departments to address any grant-related issues. Regular meetings and status updates are common, allowing Award Managers to proactively resolve potential challenges and maintain alignment with donor expectations. This collaborative approach not only helps in smooth project implementation but also supports accountability and transparency across the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an award manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Award Manager, you need expertise in grant management, compliance, and budgeting, often supported by a degree in business administration, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with grant management systems (such as Salesforce or Fluxx), and knowledge of donor regulations and reporting requirements, is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help build successful partnerships and ensure accurate record-keeping. These competencies are essential for managing complex funding portfolios, maintaining compliance, and maximizing the impact of awarded resources.
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Post-Lease Award Manager - Federal Real Estate Services

Kansas City, MO • On-site

The Building People
Facilities Support Services • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manage post-lease award activities related to the design, construction, and delivery of leased space in accordance with GSA lease requirements and project schedules.

  • Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, lessors, design professionals, contractors, and customer agency representatives to support successful project execution from lease award through occupancy.

  • Review drawings, design submissions, and construction documentation to confirm conformance with lease contract requirements, shell requirements, and tenant improvement requirements.

Job description

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Please note that this position is for an upcoming position. We are, however, accepting applications for this anticipated need. If you are interested in joining The Building People, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY! 

The Post Award Manager provides focused oversight of post-award execution to help ensure leased space projects move efficiently from award through delivery and occupancy. This role serves as a key coordination lead across technical, construction, and stakeholder activities, supporting schedule adherence, compliance with lease requirements, and successful project outcomes in a complex leasing environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manage post-lease award activities related to the design, construction, and delivery of customer agency space in accordance with GSA lease requirements and project schedules.
  • Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, lessors, design professionals, contractors, and customer agency representatives to support successful project execution from lease award through occupancy.
  • Review drawings, design submissions, and construction documentation to confirm conformance with lease contract requirements, shell requirements, and tenant improvement requirements.
  • Monitor project schedules, milestones, and deliverables; identify risks, constraints, or delays; and communicate recommended corrective actions to appropriate stakeholders.
  • Support the review of pricing proposals and cost documentation, including the separation of shell and tenant improvement costs, to help ensure compliance with lease requirements and cost controls.
  • Review and help manage tenant improvement change orders and other project modifications in accordance with GSA processes, approvals, and lease terms.
  • Track project status, approvals, action items, and outstanding issues to support timely completion of post-award requirements and readiness for occupancy.
  • Participate in project meetings, site visits, inspections, and punch list activities to verify construction progress, document deficiencies, and support project closeout.
  • Assist with pre-occupancy activities, including final inspections, punch list development, closeout coordination, and turnover documentation.
  • Identify opportunities for value engineering, cost savings, and process improvements from design through occupancy while maintaining compliance with project and lease requirements.

Requirements

  • Must have a relevant understanding of the construction industry, terminology, documentation, and design disciplines;
  • Must be familiar with the GSA lease acquisition process and lease Contract documents;
  • Must be familiar with reviewing drawings for conformance of lease Contract shell and TI requirements, and possess the knowledge to separate shell and tenant improvement costs within a bid proposal;
  • Must be familiar with the GSA lease TI change order process;
  • Must be able to communicate project constraints and risks; anticipate and communicate when key construction milestones are not met;
  • Must be able to provide value engineering ideas and opportunity for savings from design through occupancy; and
  • Must possess pre-occupancy inspection experience and punch list development.

 

Education, Skills and Training

  • Associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree preferred.  
  • Minimum of three years of relevant experience supporting post-award build-out, design, construction, and delivery activities for leased space projects, with experience gained within the past 10 years.
  • Demonstrated ability to review project documentation, track schedules and milestones, coordinate with multiple stakeholders, and support successful execution from lease award through occupancy.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, including the ability to identify project risks, document deficiencies, support corrective actions, and communicate status clearly to Government and project stakeholders.
  • Training in Lease Acquisition, Pricing in Leased Space, and GLS Max Orientation is required.