Project Manager - Public Assistance

Tetra Tech; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Manager for its Public Assistance team. This remote role, based in California, offers the chance to make a significant impact by managing disaster response projects. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive experience in FEMA grants to lead project operations, ensuring compliance and delivering exceptional service to clients. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, this role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful change while enjoying a collaborative work environment and comprehensive benefits. Join us to advance your career and make a difference!

Benefits

Comprehensive and competitive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Flexibility and work/life balance

Collaborative team environment

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in FEMA Public Assistance Grant management.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage project operations and define scopes and objectives.
• Serve as the primary contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Prepare budgets and track project costs to meet financial goals.

Skills

FEMA Public Assistance Grant Experience

Microsoft Excel

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Tetra Tech is adding a Project Manager to our Public Assistance team based in a Remote capacity.

While we are not actively hiring currently for this role, we are always interested in connecting with talented individuals for future opportunities. This job posting is part of our ongoing efforts to build a talent pool for upcoming positions. If you don't see a specific opening that matches your skills right now, we encourage you to apply for future consideration. Your application will be kept on file, and we will reach out when a suitable position becomes available.

Travel Requirement:

This role will require periodic travel, which may include long-term deployments for disaster response efforts or other business matters for up to 14 to 21 days at a time.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are leading with science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today, we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives worldwide.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change globally. Discover your full potential—join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Salary Expectations: $100,000 - 115,000 based on experience.

Your Role:

Tetra Tech’s Disaster Response Division currently has an opportunity for a Project Manager. This is a REMOTE position for someone residing in California. The role requires periodic travel, including long-term deployments for disaster response.

• Serves as the primary point of contact between clients, stakeholders, and the project team, providing excellent customer service through prompt follow-up and professionalism.
• Manages the overall operation and direction of the program or project, defining project scopes and objectives.
• Predicts and manages resources needed to achieve objectives efficiently.
• Prepares budgets based on scope and resource requirements, maintains project work plans, and tracks costs to meet financial goals.
• Provides reports and updates to management and clients on strategy, progress, and adjustments.
• Manages contracts with vendors and suppliers, assigning tasks and communicating deliverables.
• Develops strategies for achieving project goals, monitors progress, and adjusts as needed.
• Measures project performance to identify areas for improvement.
• Provides strategic guidance to the team and leads internal meetings.
• Reviews and approves project SOPs, organizational charts, staffing changes, payroll, and attendance requests.
• Utilizes industry best practices throughout project execution.
• Provides customer service to applicants during FEMA Public Assistance grant management.
• Coordinates with FEMA PA Site Inspector and Program Delivery Task Force Leaders for grant delivery.
• Manages FEMA Grants Portal applications and ensures compliance with regulations.
• Reviews project recommendations, develops RFIs, and communicates with FEMA leads and clients.
• Provides technical assistance on FEMA and related funding sources, assisting with eligibility determinations.
• Follows internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Maintains professional development and adheres to safety protocols.
• Performs additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of FEMA Public Assistance Grant Experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with effective utilization of functions.
• Self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented, with excellent communication skills.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience as a Program Delivery Manager (PDMG), Grants Manager, and in FEMA grants portal, with client contact preferred.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits.
• Merit-based rewards.
• Flexibility and work/life balance.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is a leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services worldwide. With 30,000 employees, we deliver solutions to complex problems, leading with science to address water cycles, environmental protection, sustainable infrastructure, and clean energy.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We prioritize veteran referrals and encourage applications from all interested parties.

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