Clinical Study Costing Mgr

Job Description for Investigator Grants Manager-II (P2-3)  Preliminary Summary of Responsibilities: •    Responsible for working on opportunities (moderate to high complexity) for developing Investigator Grants Estimates (IGE). •    Develops detailed and accurate IGE at the RFP stage for clinical trials. May also assist on post-award Investigator Grants Estimates as applicable. •    Creates Investigator Grants Estimates utilizing Grant Plan tool based on available protocol and schedule of events. •    Ensures that IGEs are competitive yet realistic, reflecting the needs of the study while adhering to RFP/site requirements.  •    Support on rebids for IGE revisions as study protocols are refined, keeping updated grant budgets aligned with any changes to scope, timeline, or requirements. •    Analyzes historical data from previous grants and studies to benchmark costs and ensure the accuracy and competitiveness of estimates. •    Ensures that all IGEs comply with sponsor specifications, RFP requirements, and any regulatory or institutional requirements. •    Performs quality control activities per the appropriate process/requirements. •    Work together with the Proposal team and SMEs to develop competitive budget strategies for Pre-sales business proposals, ensuring alignment with the Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements. •    Responsible for addressing any client questions or concerns related to IGEs. •    Drive the resolution of complex grant-related challenges, ensuring client-focused analysis and the effective management of study grants PRE & POST AWARD STAGE for successful project outcomes.  •    Engage in specific initiatives aimed at enhancing processes, tools, systems, and the overall organization. •    Works across the organization in a matrix environment across multiple time-zones and locations to lead the process, align stakeholders, influence contributors, and complete deliverables. •    Identifies, evaluates, and resolves routine to moderately complex issues around client enquiry requirements and Fortrea capabilities; escalates high-risk or highly complex matters with recommended options. •    Ensures timely delivery of assigned deliverables. •    Provides guidance to less experienced team members on proposal process, tools, timelines, quality expectations, and content standards. •    Completes other appropriate duties, as assigned by the manager, which require similar skills in accordance with business needs and common sense. •    Leads or contributes to ways to improve the efficiency and quality of processes and the resulting deliverables, including content reuse, data accuracy, cycle time, and stakeholder experience. Qualifications (Minimum Required): •    Bachelor’s degree required in related field or equivalent work experience. •    Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements. Experience (Minimum Required): •    A minimum of 6 years of experience within the Clinical Research, Pharma and/or Biotech industry with at least 3 years of experience in grants and budget development. •    Strong financial acumen, with the ability to develop accurate and detailed Investigator Grants Estimates. •    Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting skills. •    Familiarity with clinical trial budgeting and cost structures (e.g., patient care costs, investigator fees, indirect rates). •    Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Grants management software (e.g., Grants.gov, eRA Commons, or similar platforms). •    Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple grant estimates and deadlines simultaneously and accuracy in managing financial data. •    Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple budget submissions simultaneously. •    Familiarity with cost accounting standards and regulatory compliance  •    Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for explaining complex financial information clearly. •    Demonstrated ability to plan, multi-task and prioritize. •    Demonstrated teamwork, communication (written and verbal), and organizational skills. •    Proven ability to work independently. •    Ability to work to deadlines. •    Strong analytical skills. •    Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with internal stakeholders, clients and Fortrea senior management. •    Positive attitude and sense of urgency. •    Possesses an ability and willingness to work across Business Units. •    Ability to work irregular and/or extended hours as needed to meet the client’s proposal deadline. Learn more about our [EEO & Accommodations request here](https://careers.fortrea.com/us/en/eeo-and-accommodations).