Job Title: Project Manager – Federal Grant Compliance (Job Code: SA.121)
Duration: 12 Months (extension possible based on performance and client needs)
Location: Remote (Albany, NY preferred, but open to candidates from NY or adjacent states)
Location: Remote (Albany, NY preferred, but open to candidates from NY or adjacent states)
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager – Federal Grant Compliance to provide analysis, pre-award and post-award support services, and oversight to ensure compliance with federal and NYS regulations, as well as grant-specific requirements. This role will serve as a critical resource for staff on fiscal and programmatic compliance matters and requires expertise in navigating complex federal grant regulations, reporting requirements, and internal control structures.
Key Responsibilities
Collaboration & Communication
-
Act as a subject matter expert on federal and state grantor regulations and policies.
-
Monitor and communicate updates on federal and state regulatory changes (CFR, OMB Uniform Guidance, agency-specific requirements).
-
Collaborate with program, finance, legal, regulatory, and audit teams to ensure compliance.
-
Communicate with granting agencies and external stakeholders as required.
Proactive Controls & Compliance
-
Develop and implement compliance policies, procedures, and training programs.
-
Establish and maintain internal control structures, accountability measures, and monitoring processes.
-
Conduct strategic self-audits to identify compliance gaps and implement corrective actions.
-
Ensure adherence to operational, financial, legal, and reporting requirements, including sub-awardees and contractors.
Pre-Award Management
-
Support grant proposal development and submission, ensuring compliance with grantor requirements.
-
Track funding opportunities, deadlines, and reporting obligations.
-
Negotiate grant agreements to address funding and indirect costs.
-
Maintain accurate application status in financial and grantor systems.
Ongoing Compliance & Reporting
-
Partner with finance teams to verify budgets, expenditures, and reimbursement eligibility.
-
Review and validate internal and external reports for compliance before submission.
-
Ensure accurate recordkeeping, storage, and retention of grant documentation.
-
Prepare for and support external monitoring visits, audits, and evaluations.
Required Skills & Qualifications
-
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Public Administration, Finance, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
-
5+ years of experience in federal grant compliance oversight.
-
5+ years in project and process management, handling multiple deadlines across teams.
-
2+ years in audit oversight, risk management, or related functions.
-
Strong knowledge of federal grant requirements, OMB Uniform Guidance, and CFR.
-
Excellent organizational, project management, and communication (verbal & written) skills.
-
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint).
-
Demonstrated ability to develop compliance frameworks and lead cross-functional collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications
-
Advanced degree in Finance, Law, Risk Management, or Public Administration.
-
Multi-year experience with large-scale, complex, multi-grant compliance management.
-
Strong research, data management, and statistical analysis skills.
-
Familiarity with NEIS or similar financial/grant management systems.
Application Requirements
Candidates must provide the following details at the time of submission:
-
Full Name, Contact Information, and Location (with Zip Code)
-
Work Authorization & Willingness to Relocate (if applicable)
-
Start Availability & Upcoming Time-Off Plans
-
LinkedIn Profile Link
-
Education Details (Degree, Specialization, University, Graduation Year)
-
References (at least 3, with Name, Designation, Company, Email, and Phone)
-
State or Federal client project experience (mandatory)
-
Distance from current location to Albany, NY (if local)
—
— –
