Disaster Engineering Specialist — 100% Travel

CDM Smith; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Michigan is seeking a Disaster Engineering Specialist to conduct site inspections, document infrastructure damage, and develop scoping and cost estimates for FEMA Public Assistance projects.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 5 years in-field experience or 2 years with professional registration, and domestic travel. Strong communication and technical skills are essential for coordinating with applicants and reviewing reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• 5 years in-field experience or 2 years in-field with professional registration.
• Domestic travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to validate and record infrastructure damage; take photos, sketches, and write damage descriptions.
• Develop and review scopes of work and cost estimates; ensure code and standard compliance.
• Review engineering reports, designs, and as-built plans; make recommendations on claim eligibility.
• Develop or evaluate hazard mitigation proposals and benefit-cost analyses.
• Coordinate with applicants, facilitate meetings, and communicate final determinations.

Skills

Site inspections

Damage assessment

FEMA processes

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

CDM Smith in Michigan is seeking a Disaster Engineering Specialist to conduct site inspections, document infrastructure damage, and develop scoping and cost estimates for FEMA Public Assistance projects.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 5 years in-field experience or 2 years with professional registration, and domestic travel. Strong communication and technical skills are essential for coordinating with applicants and reviewing reports.