Grant Compliance Manager | Hudson Tunnel Project

Platinum Global Talent Solutions Ltd.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 149,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Platinum Global Talent Solutions Ltd. seeks a Grant Compliance Manager for the Hudson Tunnel Project, a landmark US infrastructure initiative delivering federal grant programs and oversight.

You will ensure strict federal grant compliance, support audits, and coordinate across FRA, FTA, and PMOC to maintain program integrity and timely reporting. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in grant compliance for large transportation projects, strong analytical and communication skills, and experience with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of grant compliance, administration, or management for large infra projects.
• Deep knowledge of federal grant regs (FTA, FRA, USDOT).
• Experience with audit prep, grant reporting, documentation.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with PMIS, financial reporting tools, and MS Office.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies.
• Experience with federally funded projects and public sector grant mgmt.
• Familiarity with capital investment grants, triennial reviews, audits.
• Understanding of project controls, scheduling, milestone tracking.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with federal grant programs (FTA/FRA/USDOT).
• Review grant guidelines; prepare concise information and recommend revisions.
• Support audits; collect, prepare, and organize requested materials.
• Interface with technical, financial, and admin offices for Triennial Review.
• Update SOPs for grant regs and requirements.
• Conduct mock audits with qualified firms.
• Administer, document, and report on grants and USDOT funding.
• Liaise with FRA, FTA, and PMOC to ensure grant compliance.
• Lead meetings; prepare materials and track outcomes.
• Record and report financial data; track grant-related metrics.
• Assist with reporting to USDOT and drawdown submissions.
• Assist pre-award activities: proposals, agreements, applications.
• Manage grant awards; close out and documentation.
• Prepare HT P milestone schedules; track delays and justifications.
• Coordinate information requests across GDC stakeholders.

Skills

Grant compliance

Audits

Stakeholder liaison

Project coordination

Analytical skills

Communication skills

PMIS proficiency

Financial reporting

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration/Finance/Business

Tools

PMIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Company & Project

Our client is a leading global Consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, complex, iconic, large-scale capital projects.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and accomplished Grant Compliance Manager for the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to contribute to this landmark project that is poised to deliver transformative impacts across economic, transportation, and environmental sustainability.

The busiest rail connection between New York, New Jersey, and the Northeast Corridor, the Hudson Tunnel Project will improve capacity, reliability, and resiliency of commuter and intercity rail transit serving 800,000 daily passengers from Washington, D.C. to New York and New England. This is a milestone project that is slated to receive nearly $12 billion in federal funding, the largest investment in a mass transit project in modern history.

As the Grant Compliance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of this significant project. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a mission that aligns with our client's purpose: to create responsible places that bring transformative impact to their people, communities, and societies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all requirements related to federal grant programs, including FRA Circular 5010.1E. Common Rules (2 CFR 200), and FTA's Capital
• Research and review grant guidelines and circulars; prepare concise information for GDC, comparing grant program requirements with GDC and HTP policies and procedures, and recommend revisions as needed.
• Support GDC with federal and state audits, including collection, preparation, and organization of requested materials, and tracking audit requests and processes.
• Interface with GDC's technical, financial, and administrative offices for the review of materials necessary for meeting FTA's Triennial Review.
• Update GDC's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for compliance with federal grant regulations and requirements.
• Conduct mock audits measuring GDC's compliance with requirements related to federal grant programs, ensuring audits are performed by qualified firms.
• Administer, document, and report on grants and federal funding received through various USDOT programs.
• Serve as the primary liaison between GDC, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and Program Management Oversight consultant (PMOC) to ensure compliance and support grant activities.
• Lead program and project meetings by preparing materials, documenting outcomes, and ensuring compliance with federal oversight requirements.
• Record and report financial data and track any other data required for administration of the relevant grant program.
• Support GDC's financial team in preparing required reporting obligations to funding partners and USDOT, and review requisitions for grant eligibility and drawdown submissions for reimbursement.
• Assist with pre-award activities, including grant proposals, preparation, completion, and submittal of grant agreements and discretionary applications.
• Apply for, obligate, and close out grant awards issued under USDOT, primarily FTA and FRA.
• Manage grant administration activities, including completion, collection, and organization of quarterly and/or monthly reporting.
• Prepare schedules for HTP milestones and track progress against approved schedules; maintain schedules and track delays and delay justifications for the project.
• Lead coordination efforts to address information requests, ensuring timely and quality responses by engaging key stakeholders across the GDC organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in grant compliance, administration, or management for large infrastructure or transportation projects.
• In-depth knowledge of federal grant regulations, including FTA, FRA, and USDOT requirements.
• Experience with audit preparation, grant reporting, and documentation.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with project management information systems (PMIS), financial reporting tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies.
• Experience with federally funded projects and public sector grant management.
• Familiarity with capital investment grants, triennial reviews, and compliance audits.
• Understanding of project controls, scheduling, and milestone tracking.

The estimated starting salary for this position is $175k. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.

Why this is a Great Opportunity

• Full-time position with competitive compensation
• Opportunity to work in a client-facing role delivering significant and impactful capital projects.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with the opportunity for growth in your career
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, disability Insurance, 401(k).

Platinum Global Talent Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We refer candidates based on their qualifications and experience, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.