Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace, committed to leading new ideas and pathways and to delivering value? If the answer is “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as a Brownfields & Community Revitalization Practice: Principal Grant Specialist (Senior Professional II).
Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.
We have nearly 100 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia and are approaching 3,500 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.
Our Brownfields & Community Revitalization Practice provides integrated services to assist communities throughout the United States in building successful programs to achieve their brownfield redevelopment and community revitalization goals. Our network of funding and grant writing specialists has helped a wide range of local, regional, and tribal agencies, as well as community-based organizations, secure EPA Brownfields Grants and funding from other federal and state programs, including the Tennessee Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grant (BRAG) program and initiatives administered through the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC).
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Our Brownfields & Community Revitalization Practice: Principal Grant Specialist (Senior Professional II) role is a remote, part-time position open to candidates throughout the Eastern U.S., with preference given to candidates who reside in and/or have significant experience in executing projects in throughout the Southeastern U.S. The anticipated schedule is approximately 10 - 20 hours per week, with flexibility based on project needs, grant cycles, and proposal deadlines.
As a key member of our Montrose team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:
Lead and support state and federal brownfield programs, including work with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) Brownfield Program and the Tennessee Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grant (BRAG) program.
Serve as a strategic advisor to public and private sector clients on brownfield redevelopment, grant strategy, and community revitalization initiatives.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities, supporting proposal strategy, go/no-go decisions, and development of competitive proposals for brownfield and redevelopment projects.
Provide project oversight and grant administration leadership for multiple brownfield and redevelopment projects across the U.S., especially with BRAG program in Tennessee, ensuring successful delivery aligned with client goals and firm standards.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support site redevelopment strategies, funding opportunities, and economic development outcomes for underutilized or contaminated properties.
Support state and federal grant applications, including EPA Brownfields grants and programs such as Tennessee BRAG, and oversee awarded grant implementation and reporting.
Maintain strong client relationships with municipalities, economic development organizations, and regulatory agencies, supporting long-term partnerships and repeat business.
Provide leadership and guidance to technical staff while ensuring project scope, schedules, and budgets are effectively managed.
Stay current on industry trends, funding opportunities, and regulatory developments impacting brownfield redevelopment and community revitalization.
Adhere to all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and professional standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.
YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:
A bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, urban planning/design, or another science from an accredited institution.
Minimum 10 years of experience planning, executing, and/or overseeing Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA), remediation, and/or reuse planning activities.
Experience working with state brownfield programs and redevelopment funding mechanisms, including familiarity with the Tennessee Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grant (BRAG) program and TDEC regulatory processes preferred.
Experience supporting economic development initiatives, community redevelopment planning, and public-sector partnerships related to brownfield redevelopment.
Familiarity with EPA Brownfields grant programs, state grant programs, and redevelopment financing strategies is strongly preferred.
Experience organizing multi-disciplinary teams and coordinating group efforts.
Exhibit discretion and good judgment and maintaining confidentiality.
Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment, demonstrate organizational skills, and attention to detail.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite of computer-aided software (Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, ArcGIS, etc.).
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to present to clients and colleagues.
This position can be fast-paced and demanding and will require motivated, flexible individuals to work on various tasks related to marketing, proposals, projects, and grant writing.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:
Competitive compensation package: with an hourly rate ranging from $80-$90 commensurate with accomplishments, performance, and credentials.
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
401k with a competitive 4% employer match.
Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance.
Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career in Brownfields & Community Revitalization.
Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challenges.
An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues.
Opportunities to engage and contribute to our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups.
A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation.
Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans.
MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER
We are a rapidly growing company that values individual leadership, initiative, and impactful decision-making and provides you with support from talented and knowledgeable colleagues and service providers.
Want to know more about how we can help you take your career to the next level? Visit us at montrose-env.com!
Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.