FEMA - Engineering Specialist

CDM Smith; Lexington (KY); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Engineering Specialist to conduct site inspections and evaluate infrastructure damage as part of FEMA's assistance program. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and possess significant in-field experience. Strong communication skills and U.S. citizenship are required. This is a full-time position with extensive travel across the United States.

Benefits

Discretionary bonuses

Career development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 5 years in-field experience or 2 years with professional registration required.
• Must obtain a FEMA Badge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections for infrastructure damage.
• Review engineering reports and designs for eligibility assessments.
• Participate in FEMA status updates and applicant meetings.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

Knowledge of design applications

Good organizational skills

Strong attention to detail

Good written and oral communication skills

Ability to adapt to change

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Title: FEMA - Engineering Specialist

Requisition ID: 40480BR

Business Unit: FSU

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

Assignment Category: Fulltime-Temporary

Amount of Travel Required: 100%

Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Responsibilities

• Conducts site inspections to validate and record infrastructure damage, including taking photographs, making site sketches, and writing detailed damage descriptions. Develops and reviews scopes of work and cost estimates, including code and standard requirements.
• Reviews and analyzes engineering reports, designs, and as-built plans.
• Makes recommendations regarding claim eligibility. Develops or evaluates hazard mitigation proposals and benefit-cost analyses. Works with applicants to prioritize their projects, facilitates applicant meetings throughout the program delivery and recovery stages, and communicates the final determination to the applicants.
• Provides analyses and updates reports, participates in status update meetings with FEMA, and identifies the need for technical specialists.
• May coordinate and complete basic to moderately complex site inspections to validate and record damage to assist in the FEMA Public Assistance grant delivery process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Skills and Abilities

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain a FEMA Badge, which includes a background investigation for a Public Trust position
• Working knowledge of design applications and technical knowledge
• Knowledge of technologies and methodologies in the use of construction materials. Good organizational skills to balance and prioritize work
• Strong attention to detail
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and remain flexible

Additional Information

• Pay Range Minimum: $33.60
• Pay Range Maximum: $67.20
• Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position
• Work Location Options: Successful candidate will be required to work in office and field locations as needed
• Driver's License Requirements: An appropriate and valid driver's license is required
• Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith may require background checks and drug testing as appropriate for designated positions

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Logistics

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

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