Senior Funding Consultant

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Funding Consultant in Austin, Texas, to assist clients with funding strategies for capital programs related to water management. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and a minimum of 10 years of consulting experience.

This position requires proficiency in MS Office and strong interpersonal skills to liaise with federal and state agencies, ensuring project compliance and funding.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years consulting experience with extensive related expertise.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with strong relationships, organization and follow-up.
• Commitment to participation in an employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with funding strategies for capital programs.
• Review projects to identify potential funding opportunities.
• Meet with clients to discuss and develop projects aligned with funding.
• Interact with state and federal agencies on projects.
• Coordinate project development with internal teams.

Skills

Consulting experience

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, empowering us to bring authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We foster a culture of inclusion and constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each role in our organization contributes to changing the world for the better. By joining our Water Business Group, you will help shape how communities manage water for generations to come, supporting public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience.

About this role

The primary duties of a Senior Funding Consultant include assisting clients with overall funding strategies to deliver capital programs; reviewing projects and programs to identify potential funding opportunities; working with clients on interfacing with state/federal agencies and leading the preparation of funding applications—including project development, cost estimates, benefit-cost analysis, and stakeholder outreach; and helping clients align internal systems and processes to track, report, and receive reimbursement under awarded programs.

Success in this role involves developing consistent delivery approaches, connecting clients and project teams with funding programs, and positioning HDR as a differentiator in the marketplace.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide information and assistance on state and federal grant and loan programs (e.g., USDA Rural Development, State Revolving Loan Fund, Community Development Block Grant, Economic Development Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation).
• Meet with client staff, elected officials, and boards on routine basis to discuss and develop projects aligned with funding opportunities.
• Keep updated on policies and procedure changes, coordinate disclosure requirements, and maintain records.
• Assist with environmental review records per requirements, including reviewing projects and locations, land use, and other environmental considerations; develop data for hazard mitigation and stakeholder engagement on selected projects.
• Interact with agencies such as USACE, USFWS, SHPO, local, state and federal agencies, SRF, EDA, USDA Rural Development, CDBG.
• Coordinate with internal client managers, project managers, and engineers to develop projects/pursuits; work with area client development leads to develop marketing forecasts, client development plans, and internal management of opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years consulting experience with extensive related expertise.
• Proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook).
• Excellent interpersonal skills with strong relationships, organization and follow‑up.
• Commitment to participation in an employee‑owned culture.

Job Information

• Primary Location: United States – Texas – Austin
• Industry: Water
• Schedule: Full‑time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Domain: Utility Management Services
• Job Posting Date: May 21, 2026

Equal Employment Opportunity

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal history, arrest records, or conviction records.