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.