FEMA Disaster Engineering Specialist – Field Inspections

CDM Smith; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith seeks a Disaster Engineering Specialist to inspect sites, document infrastructure damage, and develop scopes of work and cost estimates for FEMA recovery projects.

You will review engineering reports, assess eligibility, and coordinate hazard mitigation proposals while engaging applicants and stakeholders throughout the program delivery and recovery stages. This role requires domestic travel and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conducts site inspections to validate and record infrastructure damage, including photos and sketches, and develops scopes of work and cost estimates.
• Reviews and analyzes engineering reports, designs, and as‑built plans.
• Makes recommendations regarding claim eligibility and hazard mitigation proposals; facilitates applicant meetings and communicates final determinations.

Skills

Site inspections

Technical reporting

Hazard mitigation

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

CDM Smith seeks a Disaster Engineering Specialist to inspect sites, document infrastructure damage, and develop scopes of work and cost estimates for FEMA recovery projects.

You will review engineering reports, assess eligibility, and coordinate hazard mitigation proposals while engaging applicants and stakeholders throughout the program delivery and recovery stages. This role requires domestic travel and strong communication skills.