Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and we’ve dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We’ve inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.
WSB is seeking an optimistic and curious Grants and Funding Specialist to join our Grants and Funding Program and to provide infrastructure solutions for our clients. This position requires strong leadership, exceptional organizational skills, and a deep understanding of grant management processes to ensure compliance and maximize funding opportunities. Do you want to assist in the growth and expansion of services for a dynamic design and solutions infrastructure firm? We invite you to forge ahead with us.
What You Will Do:
Identify and research potential grant and funding opportunities relevant to the WSB’s business offerings and the mission and objectives of our clientele.
Prepare and submit grant proposals, including writing narratives, developing budgets, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements.
Liaise with funding agencies to clarify guidelines, negotiate terms, and address any issues during the application process.
Monitor and report on the progress of funded projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgetary constraints, and grant conditions.
Coordinate with internal departments to gather necessary information and documentation for grant reporting.
Organize and maintain comprehensive records of all grant applications, awards, and related correspondence.
Facilitate training sessions for internal staff and external clientele on grant processes, compliance, and best practices.
Analyze legislation, regulations, and funding trends to advise on potential grant opportunities and risks.
Support the growth of the Grants and Funding Program on a national scale, while supporting client development.
Execute work and project management based on your technical background.
Facilitate communication between WSB staff, clientele, and subcontractors when necessary.
Be an instrumental part of accomplishing growth targets and strategy by delivering information on funding requirements, updates, and deadlines across WSB’s various cross-functional teams.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with federal, state, tribal, local, and municipal governments.
Serve as a brand ambassador of WSB in your dedicated region, within other locations, and on social media platforms by regularly sharing information about WSB and the funding opportunities available to clientele.
Assist in recruiting and developing staff in WSB’s Grants and Funding Program alongside Division leadership as requested.
Aid in maintaining the company-shared Grants and Funding calendar.
Regularly contribute to scheduled Zoom/Teams meetings and/or webinars as assigned.
Participate in all required learning and career growth opportunities.
Attend conferences and promote the company and business offerings in a professional manner that fuels business growth and opportunities.
What You Will Bring: The successful candidate must have:
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, finance, communication, or a similar profession, as well as three years of experience in grant or proposal development, project management, tracking information, and coordinating meetings.
Excellent communication experience and writing skills.
Active listening to stakeholder concerns, clear articulation of project benefits, and negotiating terms that satisfy all parties involved, fostering long-term partnerships and facilitating successful grant and funding acquisition.
An organized and timely approach to collecting and storing information that is kept up-to-date regularly.
Experience leveraging network connections to build the business.
Ability to negotiate and mitigate risk related to business development.
Capacity to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and coordinate multiple disciplines toward a common goal.
A motivated and positive attitude with a willingness to learn.
Preferred Skills:
Vast industry knowledge and a network in the federal, state, tribal, and/or local government sectors.
Technical expertise and thought leadership skills.
Experience in land development, municipal services, transportation design or planning, urban planning, environmental, energy, or construction management is a plus.
Experience working as a consultant, coordinator, or manager.
Skills in leading meetings, following agendas, tracking progress, and maintaining compliance.
An eagerness for professional development, keeping abreast of the latest trends, techniques, and best practices in grant acquisition and management.
Other requirements:
Must be able to travel and stay overnight occasionally, depending on project location and duration.
Candidates must also hold a valid driver’s license.
Candidates must have a reliable connection to the internet if working remotely.
Who We Are:
WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces, and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 30 complementary areas across the nation. WSB does not accept resumes from third parties. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
