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 Management Professional (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.
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