Grants Management Director — Strategy & Growth

Forvis Mazars US; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP is seeking a Director of Grants Management Services to lead from strategy to delivery across public sector, healthcare, higher education, nonprofit, tribal, and other grant-funded work. The role combines client leadership, business development, and technical oversight of grant lifecycle activities.

You will oversee complex engagements, develop talent, and work with the practice leader to drive growth and operational excellence. Strong knowledge of Uniform Guidance is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Policy, or related field.
• 10–15 years of grants management, grants administration, compliance, or related consulting experience.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the National Practice Leader to implement the strategic vision and growth plan.
• Support budgeting, resource planning, utilization, and operational performance monitoring.
• Develop and expand service offerings across the grants lifecycle.
• Identify growth opportunities from trends and funding opportunities.
• Lead complex engagements and mentor team members.
• Oversee engagement planning, staffing, budgets, and quality control.
• Advise clients on Uniform Guidance, grant compliance, and internal controls.
• Manage relationships with executive leadership and clients.

Skills

Grants management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Business development

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Forvis Mazars, LLP is seeking a Director of Grants Management Services to lead from strategy to delivery across public sector, healthcare, higher education, nonprofit, tribal, and other grant-funded work. The role combines client leadership, business development, and technical oversight of grant lifecycle activities.

You will oversee complex engagements, develop talent, and work with the practice leader to drive growth and operational excellence. Strong knowledge of Uniform Guidance is essential.