Project & Grant Development Specialist (Finance)
The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is looking for a part-time Project & Grant Development Specialist, based in Louisville, KY.
The Project & Grant Development Specialist will provide high-level administrative, organizational, and project management support to the Program Manager. This role is designed to enhance internal efficiency, support strategic initiatives, and help expand Tetra Tech's capabilities in special client projects, environmental contracts, and grant acquisition. This role will leverage executive-level coordination, business development software implementation, and communications expertise to streamline workflow and maximize output and profit.
Your Role
The Project & Grant Development Specialist will be responsible for:
Project Management & Strategic Support
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and client billing to support projects and client-driven initiatives.
• Organize and track key project milestones across multiple concurrent projects to maximize the full potential of the relationships.
• Serve as a thought partner and process lead in identifying workflow improvements and implementing solutions.
• Create and maintain shared project dashboards, timelines, and accountability structures.
• Prepare internal status reports and summaries for use in programmatic planning and communications.
• Identify and implement tools to improve file sharing, project tracking, time management, and collaboration.
• Codify and standardize processes for recurring programs and responsibilities.
Grant Application Administration & Writing Support
• Oversee and manage grant application cycles including schedules, deadlines, and communications.
• Provide writing support for grant applications, including narrative drafting, editing, and formatting to application standards.
• Gather, track, and organize supporting documents and compliance materials.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to gather inputs, ensure submissions are on track, and align deliverables with application goals.
Client and Internal Communications
• Draft internal memos, executive summaries, slide decks, and reports to support client and programmatic work.
• Prepare materials for public meetings, communications, and community engagement efforts.
• Support client relationships through consistent follow-up, documentation, and calendar coordination.
Qualifications
• 10+ years of experience in operations management, program coordination, or executive support roles.
• Demonstrated success in grant writing and federal grant program coordination.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with an ability to manage complex timelines and deliverables.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, cloud-based document systems and time-tracking platforms.
• Familiarity with grant guidelines and community assessment frameworks.
• Strong communication and writing skills-ability to distill complex ideas into accessible narratives.
• Self-starter who thrives in collaborative, fast-paced, mission-driven environments.
Degree / Certifications
A 4-Year degree is preferred but not required.
Work Environment
Candidate must be able to work in an office environment and complete office-based tasks.
Periodic travel for client communication events may be required.
Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Life at Tetra Tech
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Benefits
Tetra Tech offers a basic core medical plan and our 401k retirement plan for this position.
Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Techis proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
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Please no phone calls or agencies.
Additional Information
- Organization: 178 TTS
