Disaster Engineering Specialist – Field Inspections

CDM Smith; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Disaster Engineering Specialist to conduct site inspections, document damage, and develop scopes of work for recovery projects. You will review engineering reports, provide hazard mitigation analyses, and coordinate with applicants to prioritize and communicate decisions. Travel is 100% and a U.S.

citizen with FEMA badge eligibility is required. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5 years of in-field experience or 2 years with professional

Qualifications

• US citizenship required and ability to obtain FEMA badge.
• Experience with design applications and technical knowledge.
• Knowledge of construction materials and related technologies.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions quickly.

Responsibilities

• Conducts site inspections to validate and document infrastructure damage, including photos, sketches, and detailed descriptions; develops scopes of work and cost estimates.
• Reviews engineering reports, designs, and as-built plans.
• Makes recommendations on claim eligibility and hazard mitigation proposals; engages with applicants and communicates final determinations.
• Provides analyses and updates, participates in FEMA status meetings, and identifies needs for technical specialists.
• May coordinate basic to moderately complex site inspections to support FEMA Public Assistance delivery.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

US Citizenship

FEMA badge

Design software

Construction materials

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Disaster Engineering Specialist to conduct site inspections, document damage, and develop scopes of work for recovery projects. You will review engineering reports, provide hazard mitigation analyses, and coordinate with applicants to prioritize and communicate decisions. Travel is 100% and a U.S.

citizen with FEMA badge eligibility is required. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5 years of in-field experience or 2 years with professional