FEMA – Construction Specialist (Nationwide Openings)

27242BR Requisition ID: 27242BR Business Unit: FSU Job Description: Schedules and conducts site inspections with applicants, performs accurate quantification and detailed descriptions of disaster related damage, takes photographs and completes sketches of sites.

Engages technical specialists when appropriate throughout the process.

Obtains the applicant representatives agreement that all disaster-related damage was described and quantified correctly, provides the completed site inspection information in a timely manner, develops scopes of work using code and standard requirements, and works with the applicants to prioritize their projects and meets regularly on the status.

Evaluates applicant-provided cost claims for reasonableness to report to FEMA regarding claim eligibility.

Participates in and assists with the development of the final determinations while participating in regular FEMA meetings.

Performs other duties as required.

Job Title: FEMA
– Construction Specialist (Nationwide Openings) Group: WAF Field Mod Fringe CDM Smith Employment Type: Temporary Minimum Qualifications: 5 years of in-field experience or 2 years of in-field experience with a bachelors degree.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Domestic travel is required.

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, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Why CDM Smith?: CDM Smith provides lasting and integrated solutions in water, environment, transportation, energy and facilities to public and private clients worldwide.

As a full-service consulting, engineering, construction, and operations firm, we deliver exceptional client service, quality results and enduring value across the entire project life cycle.

CDM Smith is a major partner to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), supporting its mission under various prime and/or sub-prime contracts for Public Assistance, Individual Assistance, Hazard Mitigation Assistance, and Risk Analysis.

The Public Assistance program supports recovery operations primarily for debris removal, emergency protective measures, and the repair, replacement or restoration of disaster-damaged, publicly-owned facilities, such as: roads, bridges, municipal buildings, police and fire stations, water/wastewater treatment plants, etc., including Private Non-Profit facilities such as hospitals.

Job Site Location: United States
– Nationwide Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement.

Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms.

All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith.

CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Amount of Travel Required: 100% Assignment Category: Fulltime-Temporary Visa Sponsorship Available: No
– We will not support sponsorship, i.e.

H-1B or TN Visas for this position 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.

Demonstrates good organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.

Good attention to detail and customer service skills.

Good written and oral communication skills.

Ability to adapt to change quickly and remain flexible.

Knowledge of various construction disciplines, scheduling, safety regulations, etc.

Demonstrates ability to complete assignments accurately and on time.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc.

as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions.

In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions.

Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States.

The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview.

CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant’s criminal history.

If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history.

Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate.

In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.