Senior Grants Manager – Policy Specialist

Westwood Professional Services

. Manage the full lifecycle of federal and state grants, including pre-award planning, funding research, proposal development, budgeting, award acceptance, and post-award management .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing the full lifecycle of federal and state grants, including compliance with regulations, budget development, and proposal writing. Proficient in grant management software and financial analysis, with strong leadership and communication skills to mentor teams and engage clients effectively.

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Grant ManagementFederal Grant RegulationsBudget DevelopmentProposal DevelopmentFinancial Analysis

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Hard Skills

Grant Lifecycle ManagementBudgetingData AnalysisCompliance DocumentationBenefit-Cost AnalysisFinancial MonitoringRisk ManagementPerformance MeasurementRegulatory InterpretationContract Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAnalytical AbilitiesProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsTeam Management

Tools & Technologies

Grant Management SoftwareFinancial Management SystemsMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Certifications

Industry Keywords

CDBGFEMAEPAEDAOMB Uniform GuidanceHUDDOTARPAIIJAHRSA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the full lifecycle of federal and state grants, including pre-award planning, funding research, proposal development, budgeting, award acceptance, and post-award management
Oversee complex grant-funded programs for compliance with grant terms, program objectives, and regulations
Manage projects and coordinate grant-related deliverables, including applications, compliance documentation, reimbursement packages, data analysis, and performance reports
Assist clients with HUD, DOT, EPA, FEMA, EDA, and state grant processes
Research grant opportunities and provide strategic guidance on competitive funding pursuits
Lead or support proposal development, including narratives, compliance reviews, engineering data, mapping, benefit-cost analyses, and environmental documentation
Monitor and interpret regulatory changes, including OMB Uniform Guidance, federal notices, and agency guidance
Develop and maintain grant policies, procedures, SOPs, policy frameworks, and program guidelines
Support policy implementation through written guidance, training, and change management
Conduct compliance reviews, readiness assessments, subrecipient oversight, financial monitoring, procurement compliance, and audit-readiness activities
Identify compliance and implementation risks and develop mitigation strategies and corrective action plans
Develop and implement internal controls and contribute to quality assurance initiatives
Manage contracts, risk management, staffing forecasts, level-of-effort estimates, billing, and accounts receivable
Communicate with clients and conduct formal project reviews
Manage team members and sub-consultant performance
Develop and monitor grant budgets; analyze finances, reconcile expenditures, and review project costs
Prepare and review narrative and financial reports for funding agencies
Maintain grant records and documentation for oversight, reporting, and audits
Advise municipal, state, tribal, nonprofit, and institutional clients on compliance, funding strategies, eligibility, procurement, and cost reasonableness
Design and deliver training sessions, workshops, and reference materials
Establish client relationships and serve as a primary contact for grant inquiries and technical assistance
Collaborate with finance, legal, program management, and technical teams
Mentor junior staff and support knowledge sharing
Support business development through proposals, client engagement, and resilience, recovery, and infrastructure funding guidance
Define project scope, objectives, requirements, estimates, schedules, and budgets
Review deliverables and provide quality control and quality assurance
Coordinate internal and external project communications
Track time and budgets against baselines and approve line-item expenditures
Review consultant invoices and manage accounts payable for assigned projects
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as public administration, finance, or business management
Master’s degree preferred
12+ years of experience managing grants, preferably including CDBG, FEMA HMGP, FEMA BRIC, EPA, EDA, Department of Education, HRSA, ARPA, and IIJA grants
Proven experience managing federal grants, preferably in a contracting or consulting environment
In-depth knowledge of federal grant regulations, policies, and procedures, including OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200)
Strong financial acumen and experience in budget development, financial analysis, and reporting
Understanding of benefit-cost analysis approaches for multiple state and federal agencies
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with grant management software and financial management systems
Familiarity with program evaluation methodologies and performance measurement frameworks desirable
Professional certifications are an asset
Ability to manage and mentor teams
Ability to work effectively independently and with peers and teams
Ability to manage contracts and invoices
Ability to accurately prepare work products and reports within project deadlines
Ability to define and produce deliverables and execute initiatives across grants management programs
Working to proficient knowledge of current federal grant application portals
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Professional development and training opportunities
Mentoring and knowledge-sharing initiatives
Collaborative work environment
Remote work arrangement