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• Leads the administration of federal, state, and local grant programs from funding strategy and award through implementation, compliance, reimbursement, reporting, and closeout
• Serves as a trusted advisor to clients by interpreting grant regulations, evaluating compliance requirements, identifying risks, and recommending solutions that protect funding eligibility and support successful project outcomes
• Independently manages assigned grant programs, establishing priorities, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with grant requirements, budgets, and schedules
• Prepares, reviews, and oversees grant applications, funding requests, reimbursement submissions, financial reports, performance reports, and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance
• Monitors grant budgets, expenditures, and financial performance, recommending corrective actions or funding strategies when necessary
• Interprets and applies federal, state, and local regulations, including procurement requirements, labor standards, and other grant compliance obligations, while serving as the primary resource for clients and project teams
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with clients, funding agencies, public officials, and community partners through proactive communication and exceptional client service
• Supports business development by identifying funding opportunities, assisting with proposals and fee development, cultivating client relationships, and positioning the firm for future grant-funded projects
• Represents the firm at city council meetings, county commission meetings, public hearings, industry conferences, and other public or client-facing events to strengthen relationships and promote the firm's services
• Collaborates with project managers and technical staff to integrate grant strategy with planning, engineering, and infrastructure projects while providing guidance and mentorship to junior staff as appropriate
• Maintains current knowledge of grant programs, funding opportunities, and regulatory changes to ensure clients receive informed, strategic guidance
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, finance, accounting, planning, community development, political science, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered
• At least four years of progressively responsible experience administering federal, state, or local grants, government-funded programs, or comparable public-sector projects
• Current possession of the professional license or certification required for the position, or the ability to obtain it within one year of employment
• Demonstrated ability to independently interpret grant requirements and regulations, advise clients, evaluate compliance risks, and determine appropriate courses of action
• Experience managing grant budgets, reimbursement requests, financial reporting, audits, procurement documentation, and program closeout
• Working knowledge of applicable grant requirements, including 2 CFR Part 200; experience with CDBG, Davis-Bacon, or comparable federal programs is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated client-management, business-development, presentation, negotiation, and professional relationship-building skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present effectively before elected officials, governing bodies, agency representatives, clients, and members of the public
• Ability to independently manage multiple complex programs, exercise sound professional judgment, meet critical deadlines, and travel to client and public meetings, including occasional evening meetings

Benefits and Perks

We offer a comprehensive benefits program that supports the whole person. Our benefits include: 

• Life Balance: hybrid/flexible work schedules, flexible work environment, generous PTO, paid holidays.  

• Investing in Your Future Growth: specialized training, continuing education, professional licensing, intern development programs, University of Parkhill.  

• Competitive Benefits: Multiple health plan options, FSA for dependent care, HSA contributions, employer 401k contribution, employer-paid basic life, short/long term disability coverage, performance bonuses.        

• Well-Being: mental health care, culture committees, wellness program, charitable giving match.