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Dewberry · 3 days ago

FEMA-Disaster Recovery Specialists (PDMG)

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with over 50 locations nationwide. They are seeking FEMA-Disaster Recovery Specialists (PDMG) to support FEMA’s Public Assistance Program by acting as the principal liaison between FEMA and program applicants, ensuring exceptional customer service and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders.

ConsultingInformation Technology

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Travel to disaster sites to support the delivery of the PA Program

Assist local government agencies and other Program-eligible entities in the preparation of grant applications for the restoration of damaged public infrastructure such as roads, bridges, buildings and utilities

Gather essential information from Program applicants

Develop damage inventories

Validate disaster-related work and costs

Assist with the formulation of repair scopes of work and cost estimates

Update work progress and supporting documentation in either FEMA’s web-based applications known as Grants Portal or Grants Manager

Qualification

Public infrastructure knowledgeFEMA Grants PortalProject managementCost estimating softwareConstruction practicesProactive initiativeCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTime managementTeamwork

Required

Minimum of 5 years of full-time professional experience in field of study

A broad understanding of public infrastructure facilities and familiarity with industry standard construction practices, building codes, and permitting requirements

At least 5 years of experience in project or program management

Excellent time management, organization, oral and written communication skills

Must have strong interpersonal and customer relations skills

Must be forward thinking, proactive and able to take initiative

Must be computer literate and proficient with MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Able to work both independently and in a team environment under stressful conditions

The ability to work up to 12 hours per day, 7 days a week and deploy to a disaster recovery operation for up to 12 months

Have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Be a U.S. citizen capable of passing a federal background investigation to obtain a Public Trust clearance

Preferred

Bachelor's degree from accredited university in a relevant field of study

Prior FEMA PA experience as: PDMG, Site Inspector, Policy Advisor, Cost Estimator, FEMA Certified Trainer, or Hazard Mitigation Specialist

Experience with modern construction practices, facility assessments, construction inspection, project scope development and cost estimating

Working knowledge of International Building Code (IBC), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other governmental regulatory compliance related to public infrastructure

Working knowledge of FEMA's Grants Manager or Grants Portal applications

Proficiency using cost estimating software such as RS Means

Experience conducting and documenting facility damage assessments