GRANTS AND FUNDING SPECIALIST

GRANTS AND FUNDING SPECIALIST

Multi Location

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT), named a “Zweig Group’s “Best Firms to Work For.” is a consulting firm with a team of engineers, planners and other related design professionals is actively seeking to add a talented 5–10-year experienced Grants and Funding Specialist to our team. CMT’s funding experts support communities by identifying possible funding sources and providing grant application and strategy support. We have a stellar record of helping our clients maximize funds for their projects, including through multiple recent wins in programs funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL).

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Developing grant applications for priority projects across CMT’s aviation, surface transportation, and water resources practices.
• Identifying winning arguments and project strengths based on an understanding of program priorities and the project.
• Writing grant narratives based on existing plans or discussions with clients and CMT staff.
• Working with CMT’s engineers, planners, and other experts to produce exhibits and data that help tell the story.
• Following infrastructure and economic development funding programs at the federal level.
• Having your finger on the pulse of when grant programs may become available and how they may change.
• Summarizing and communicating funding-related policy changes and trends to CMT staff and clients so we can stay ahead of the game.
• Interacting directly with clients and prospective clients to advise on funding opportunities.
• Managing schedules and budgets for grant writing efforts.

Requirements:

• 5-10 years of experience

• Previous work experience in grant writing, planning, infrastructure policy, or government.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in political science, communications, urban planning, or a related field.
• Must be a motivated self-starter, able to deliver quality projects on time and ask for help when needed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel required.
• Knowledge of infrastructure funding programs, including federal opportunities
• Experience developing applications for US Department of Transportation discretionary grants strongly preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to track many issues over time.

Who is CMT?

CMT is recognized as a leader in delivering solutions across the entire infrastructure lifecycle, providing our clients with services across the spectrum of planning, design, construction, technology, and funding strategy. We design roads, bridges, and trails that connect people together, and we devise solutions that provide clean water for people and the environment. We also design sites and buildings, as well as solve complex challenges at some of the biggest airports in the country. For over 75 years, our team of engineers, planners, and consultants has delivered a trademark brand of excellence and value to those we serve.

CMT has been honored as the Top Engineering Design Firm in the Midwest by Engineering News Record and was recently named among Zweig Group’s “Best Firms to Work For.” CMT’s success has been a direct result of enabling our people to pursue their passions and grow as professionals, while also maintaining an appropriate work-life balance centered around flexibility. Through innovation and a passionate pursuit of excellence, our team of engineers, planners and other related design professionals are driven to help our clients achieve the highest value possible for the infrastructure they build and manage. Together we work to make our communities more livable and sustainable. A firm with approximately 500 employees and 25 offices in 9 states, CMT is growing fast and continuously creating opportunities for our employees.

CMT is committed to individual opportunity and the professional development of our employees. This position offers an opportunity to take the next step, helping reach your career goals and personal potential.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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Equal Employer Opportunity including individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Visa sponsorship is available for this position.