[Remote] FEMA-Disaster Recovery Specialists (PDMG)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Dewberry is a leading professional services firm with over 50 locations nationwide, dedicated to providing exceptional disaster recovery services. The FEMA-Disaster Recovery Specialists (PDMG) will serve as the principal liaison between FEMA and program applicants, assisting in the preparation of grant applications for disaster recovery efforts. Responsibilities • PDMGs travel to disaster sites to support the delivery of the PA Program. • They 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. • PDMG work includes gathering essential information from Program applicants, developing damage inventories, validating disaster-related work and costs, and assisting with the formulation of repair scopes of work and cost estimates. • Work progress and supporting documentation is continually updated in either FEMA’s web-based applications known as Grants Portal or Grants Manager. Skills • 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 • 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 Education Requirements • Bachelor’s degree from accredited university in a relevant field of study Company Overview • Leading, market-facing firm with a proven history of providing professional services to a wide variety of public & private-sector clients. It was founded in 1956, and is headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.dewberry.com/.