Capital Budget & Grants Manager

Vre - Alexandria, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Alexandria, VA

Real Estate

About the position

VRE is excited to announce an opening for the position of Capital Budget & Grants Manager. This role is pivotal in developing and managing our capital budget and grants, ensuring that our financial resources are allocated effectively to support our projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and implementation of the Six-Year Capital Improvement Program, which is essential for the strategic planning and execution of our capital projects. This position requires close coordination with project development and implementation staff throughout the entire project lifecycle, ensuring that all financial aspects are managed efficiently and effectively. In addition to capital budgeting, the Capital Budget & Grants Manager will oversee pre- and post-award grant management activities. This includes identifying and pursuing grant opportunities, coordinating with local, state, and federal funding partners, and providing oversight and guidance to grants accounting staff. The role demands a high level of innovation and motivation, as the manager will need to optimize grant management processes and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and requirements. VRE prides itself on being an inclusive, collaborative, and family-oriented workplace. We emphasize a strong team focus, a safety culture, and a results-driven approach. The Capital Budget & Grants Manager will play a crucial role in fostering this environment while ensuring that our financial management practices align with our organizational goals. We offer a competitive salary, a robust benefits package, a hybrid work environment, and commuter benefits, including free travel on VRE services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the capital budget and grants.
• Implement the Six-Year Capital Improvement Program.
• Coordinate with project development and implementation staff throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and pursue grant opportunities.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal funding partners.
• Provide oversight and guidance to grants accounting staff.
• Optimize pre- and post-award grant management activities.
• Prepare reports and analyses related to capital budgets and grants.
• Make effective presentations regarding budget and grant management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience managing capital budgets through the full project lifecycle.
• Experience developing and administering grants.
• Ability to plan and prioritize work and manage staff effectively.
• Proficiency in utilizing technology and financial management systems.
• Experience managing complex business processes.
• Strong report preparation and analytical skills.
• Effective presentation skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in a public sector, transportation, or rail setting.
• Experience administering USDOT/Federal Transit Administration grant programs and project compliance.

Benefits

• Commuter assistance
• Hybrid work environment
• Free travel on VRE services