Grants Administrator

Overview

Parkhill is on the lookout for a skilled Grants Administrator to join our growing Water Resources Team. The Grant Administrator is a trusted advisor to public‑sector clients, leading the strategic administration of federal, state, and local grant‑funded programs from funding identification and award through implementation, compliance, reporting, and closeout. The position combines technical expertise, regulatory interpretation, client leadership, and business development to help communities successfully secure and manage public funding while advancing the firm's growth.

This is a full‑time position, paid bi‑weekly on a salary basis.

Parkhill is on the lookout for a skilled Grants Administrator to join our growing Water Resources Team. The Grant Administrator is a trusted advisor to public‑sector clients, leading the strategic administration of federal, state, and local grant‑funded programs from funding identification and award through implementation, compliance, reporting, and closeout. The position combines technical expertise, regulatory interpretation, client leadership, and business development to help communities successfully secure and manage public funding while advancing the firm's growth.

This is a full‑time position, paid bi‑weekly on a salary basis.

At Parkhill, Building Community is the reason we exist. We invest in extraordinary people who love investing in their communities. We are more than planners, architects, and engineers — we are neighbors who choose to live and work in the communities we serve.

Increase your impact with our team of passionate collaborators. Whether you are a recent graduate with untapped potential or a professional with proven experience, we invite you to discover a career path designed for you.

Parkhill is one of the largest architectural and engineering firms in the Southwest with
15offices located throughout Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.

• Leads the administration of federal, state, and local grant programs from funding strategy and award through implementation, compliance, reimbursement, reporting, and closeout
• Serves as a trusted advisor to clients by interpreting grant regulations, evaluating compliance requirements, identifying risks, and recommending solutions that protect funding eligibility and support successful project outcomes
• Independently manages assigned grant programs, establishing priorities, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with grant requirements, budgets, and schedules
• Prepares, reviews, and oversees grant applications, funding requests, reimbursement submissions, financial reports, performance reports, and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance
• Monitors grant budgets, expenditures, and financial performance, recommending corrective actions or funding strategies when necessary
• Interprets and applies federal, state, and local regulations, including procurement requirements, labor standards, and other grant compliance obligations, while serving as the primary resource for clients and project teams
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with clients, funding agencies, public officials, and community partners through proactive communication and exceptional client service
• Supports business development by identifying funding opportunities, assisting with proposals and fee development, cultivating client relationships, and positioning the firm for future grant‑funded projects
• Represents the firm at city council meetings, county commission meetings, public hearings, industry conferences, and other public or client‑facing events to strengthen relationships and promote the firm's services
• Collaborates with project managers and technical staff to integrate grant strategy with planning, engineering, and infrastructure projects while providing guidance and mentorship to junior staff as appropriate
• Maintains current knowledge of grant programs, funding opportunities, and regulatory changes to ensure clients receive informed, strategic guidance
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration,…