Sr. Director, Infrastructure Funding

Brown and Caldwell; United States; On-site; USD 159,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with employer match

Bonuses eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Brown and Caldwell is seeking an experienced leader to drive infrastructure funding initiatives, guide the funding team through grant acquisition, and secure external funding for client capital projects. The role emphasizes self-direction, strategic oversight, and strong partnerships with CSMs and CSTs.

Ideal candidates will have deep experience in securing funds from federal and state programs, along with proven leadership in managing teams, risk assessment, and strategic planning across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, economics, business management, or related field (or equivalent experience) is required.

Responsibilities

• Guides clients and funding team through grant acquisition processes and secures external funding for client capital initiatives.
• Builds and maintains relationships with clients and Client Service Manager (CSM) and Client Service Team (CST).
• Completes applications and documentation to secure funding based on requirements.
• Directs others to complete tasks related to applications and funding.
• Provides strategic oversight and leadership in infrastructure funding execution.

Job description

The Infrastructure Funding role guides clients and members of the funding team through the grant acquisition processes and ensures external funding is secured in support of client capital initiatives. This role is self‑directed and responsible for advancing funding programs with little oversight. It focuses on relationship building with clients and achieving strong partnerships with the Client Service Manager (CSM) and Client Service Team (CST).

Responsibilities

• Utilizes advanced understanding of various state and federal funding sources and programs, including relationships with key members of state and federal funding agencies.
• Seeks to understand the scope of client projects to identify the best strategy for securing funding.
• Completes applications and documentation to secure funding based on application requirements.
• Directs others to complete tasks and assignments associated with the application and securing of infrastructure funding options.
• Develops key partnerships with CSMs and CSTs.
• Develops unique and personal relationships with key individuals within client organizations.
• Create guidelines, processes, and procedures for the strategic funding area.
• Provide strategic oversight and leadership in the execution of infrastructure funding.
• Offer exceptional client services, communicating with partners and stakeholders.
• Manage subcontracts and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Lead client relations, competitor analysis, and strategic thinking to provide a broad understanding of the organization and strategic funding needs.
• Lead, develop, and coach a high‑performing team by setting clear expectations, providing feedback, and fostering a culture of engagement, growth, and accountability.
• Oversee workload planning, performance management, and team operations to align resources with business objectives while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.

Skills And Competencies

• Exceptional strategic thinking and managerial skills, with a deep understanding of funding dynamics at various governmental levels.
• Advanced understanding of market dynamics, competitor analysis, client relations, and the ability to use these insights to enhance strategic funding operations.
• Strong proficiency in risk assessment and mitigation related to strategic funding.
• Strong ability to make crucial decisions to meet project objectives and manage allocated resources.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team of managers and individual contributors.
• Extensive business acumen with a comprehensive understanding of the overall organization and assigned functional area.
• Ability to leverage federal and state funding programs and connections to advance client projects.

Experience

• Typically requires a minimum of 15 years of Strategic Funding or related experience.
• Prior experience in securing external funding for infrastructure and private sector projects.
• Prior experience in a managerial or leadership role is required.

Education

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, business management, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is required.

Salary Range

The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Locations

• Location A: $159,000 – $238,000
• Location B: $175,000 – $262,000
• Location C: $191,000 – $285,000

Benefits and Other Compensation

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance‑based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, and long‑term care insurance.

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.