Grants Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

McGill is a civil engineering firm fostering long-term relationships with the communities that we serve in North Carolina, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Virginia since 1984. We pride ourselves on transforming the communities where we live and work and our employees are critical to our success. Compensation, benefits, and paid time off help our employees maintain a healthy work / life balance and we are proud to offer to offer flexible and hybrid schedules, competitive salary and bonuses, and a generous benefit package.

Many local communities rely on the expertise of McGill's Funding Services Team to move their critical infrastructure projects forward. By staying abreast of funding opportunities and providing support services including project development, implementation, monitoring, and administration throughout the lifecycle of a project, our Grant Administrators play a critical role in local communities and their ability to meet the needs of their residents. You will assist project staff in preparation of grant documents including application, supporting documentation, community surveys and assessments and maintain proposal and funding records. You will prepare schedules and special reports, studies and analyses, and may assist in the planning, design, implementation, and support of financial systems, related policies, and processes needed to identify and manage the revenue and expenditures of the project. You will research appropriate federal, state, and local requirements, guidelines, and standards to facilitate compliance by all parties and provide training and technical assistance to clients and project staff to ensure compliance with regulations and grant specific guidelines. Your role also includes ongoing grant administration including submittal of payment requisitions to grant agencies for assigned projects.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering Management, or a related discipline. Additional certifications or specialized training in grant writing, grants management, or related fields can be advantageous.
• Knowledge of funding agency policies and procedures, best practices, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations related to engineering and infrastructure funding a plus.
• Experience with regulatory compliance in water, wastewater or stormwater projects is highly desirable.
• Proposal and grant writing experience required with the ability to prepare research reports and proposals.
• Strong financial skills to manage budgets, analyze financial data, and ensure proper allocation of awarded funds.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to provide technical advice and information to clients and staff in area of expertise. Ability to collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and funding agencies to ensure successful project implementation.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and documentation effectively.
• Adherence to high ethical standards in managing awarded funds and maintaining integrity in all aspects of funding administration.
• Willingness to stay updated on industry trends, changes in funding regulations, and professional development opportunities.
• Flexibility to travel to client sites including overnight travel.
• Valid driver’s license.

Benefits

Flexible & hybrid schedules

Competitive salary and performance bonuses

Employer paid health, dental, vision, disability, & life insurance for employee

Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, & holidays

McGill Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. We conduct pre-employment drug screens and background, credit, and motor vehicle checks in accordance with federal and state statutes. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. All McGill Associate’s facilities comply with the American with Disabilities Act. Persons with hearing and / or speech impairments may contact McGill Associates by dialing 711 to access the State Relay Service for TTY / TDD. Candidates with limited English proficiency may discuss employment opportunities with the help of an interpreter by calling 828.252.0575.