Disaster Recovery FEMA Project Manager - Remote (US)
About the position Responsibilities • Lead the development, coordination, and operation of various large, complex FEMA Public Assistance programs • Serve as the direct interface with state/local client agencies, including high-level elected and appointed officials, as well as senior program staff. • Lead coordination and control over execution of all program's activities, schedule, budget and scope. • Lead all necessary high profile, program-wide public presentations and meetings, subrecipient meetings and government or non-government stakeholders' meetings • Lead, coordinate and evaluate performance of all project staff • Monitor program performance status and establish necessary tools for control over programs results • Maintain a complete understanding of all applicable program policies, requirements, procedures, guidelines; and shall possess knowledge of regulatory and statutory compliance requirements for the FEMA Public Assistance Program as well as other federal and state funding sources.• Ensure all program participants, including subrecipients, vendors, and stakeholders are aware of any policy changes • Manage multiple subcontractors simultaneously. • Serve as the key project interface with ICF leadership, delivering updates on milestones/challenges, and using data-driven reporting and analysis to inform decisions. Requirements • Bachelor's Degree or higher education in Planning, Engineering, Architecture, Program Management, or similar degree. • 6+ years of experience leading major disaster grant monitoring process and recovery efforts.• 5+ years of FEMA Grant Programs AND Project Management experience including program start-up through implementation and closeout. • 5+ year experience managing complex cross-functional teams to achieve high levels of production, meet tight deadlines, and deliver compliant, quality work products. • Willingness and ability to travel as needed for project needs. • Must have a valid driver's license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check. Nice-to-haves • Certification as a Project ManagementProfessional (PMP).• Demonstrated success in program execution, client relationships, and profitability. • Proven track record of leading a team and accomplishing successful business results. • Experience with state and local governments, and the types of initiatives necessary to help them rebuild their economy and culture following significant disruptions, such as natural disasters. • Demonstrated ability to internally monitor all program and project activities to ensure quality control and quality assurance and be prepared for Federal audits of program activities.• Familiarity with emergency planning, mitigation planning and using grants management systems. • Ability to formulate strategies to create new, creative approaches and profitable solutions. Apply tot his job Apply tot his job