Project Manager​/Lead Consultant

The International Erosion Control Association is seeking a full-time Project Manager / Lead Consultant in Santa Ana, CA. The role involves overseeing consulting projects, managing client communications, and ensuring project success. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in grant writing and project management, preferably within public and nonprofit sectors. A bachelor's degree is required, with a master's preferred. Strong leadership and organizational skills are essential.
Position: Project Manager / Lead Consultant

Job Title:
Project Manager / Lead Consultant

Job Type: Full-time

About Us:

CJA Systems is a boutique consulting firm dedicated to empowering the growth of startups and small to medium-sized businesses. We specialize in securing government and private grant funding, facilitating technology commercialization, and assisting businesses in expanding into new markets. With a focus on Energy, Manufacturing, Mobility, Technology, and Public Infrastructure, our expert team leverages deep technical and commercial experience to deliver impactful results.

Our mission is to enable the growth of innovative companies by providing top-tier consulting services. We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where our team members have the opportunity to work on diverse projects that drive business success, technological advancement, and public benefit.

Join us as we continue to support and transform businesses and communities by helping them achieve their growth ambitions through strategic funding and innovative solutions.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Lead Consultant to oversee and drive the successful execution of consulting projects. This role serves as the primary liaison between our internal team and the client, ensuring seamless communication, project alignment, and goal attainment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in grant writing, fundraising, and project management within the public and nonprofit sectors serving the needs of local government and business alike.

Responsibilities:
• Serve as the primary point of contact on client engagements.
• Manage a portfolio of client projects, overseeing timelines and deliverables for multiple engagements across our client base.
• Oversee all project activities for assigned projects, ensuring adherence to contract requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with key personnel to manage project milestones, ensuring efficient workflow and successful outcomes.
• Develop and present regular reports to client board meetings, providing updates on project status, fundraising progress, and key performance indicators.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks, proactively addressing challenges to maintain project momentum.
• Collaborate with leadership on identifying new business opportunities, preparing proposals, and expanding client relationships.

Educational Requirement:
• Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in public/nonprofit grant writing and fundraising.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex projects and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable strategies.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with federal grant programs (e.g., SBIR/STTR) and government contracting at State and Local level.
• Certified Grant Professional (GPC) or other recognized grant writing certification (Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS), etc).
• Experience working on housing initiatives and public policy.

This role is ideal for a results-driven professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about driving impactful projects in the nonprofit and public sectors.

Location:
Hybrid Remote

An Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
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