Grant Assistant

At C&S Companies, we believe work environment, culture, and the opportunity to learn and grow are key elements when considering a new job. We are just the right size to provide the resources and support you need without the burdensome bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. To that end, we foster a family-friendly and supportive workplace; collaborative and employee-focused with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, fun, and accountability.

We promote personal and professional growth by cultivating and sustaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels a sense of belonging. By encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work, we create a diverse and equitable environment where all our voices are heard.

Position Overview

C&S is seeking a full-time Grant Assistant to join our Syracuse, Rochester, Albany, or Buffalo, New York office. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  

• Contributing to grant and similar applications for our municipal, non-profit, and for-profit clients, including writing, background research, template creation, and organization of information
• Administering grants and related projects held by our clients, including progress, compliance, and fiscal reporting
• Researching and identifying new grant opportunities that align with client needs
• Communicating potential grant opportunities to existing and potential clients 
• Maintaining a grant tracking system
• Collaborating across multiple internal departments

Skills/Education/Experience

• 2-5 years of administrative experience with a focus on coordinating grant activities and/or programs including grant applications, management, and fiscal reporting preferred
• Associate degree (Business, Communications, or related field) or appropriate combination of education & experience required
• Required skills include technical writing, organizational abilities, and verbal communication.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office required
• Must be able to manage multiple projects
• Must be able to prioritize effectively and meet critical deadlines
• Detail oriented with good organizational skills
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently 

Estimated Compensation Range and Benefits

$55,000 - $75,000/year*

*Actual compensation may vary based on related work experience, geographical location and market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills. 

Learn about our comprehensive Benefits

WHO WE ARE: C&S Companies is a national planning, design, and construction firm with more than 600 employees and growing. For more than 50 years we have been delivering critical infrastructure design, planning and construction services in aviation, civil/site infrastructure, construction and program management, construction/design-build, energy, environmental, facilities, architecture, planning, sustainability, and transportation. We have offices throughout New York State, California, Florida, Michigan, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Washington, and Kentucky.