Public Assistance (PA) Project Delivery Manager

Public Assistance (PA) Project Delivery Manager Contract State/Province: Kentucky Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc Business Line: Water Work Location Model: On‑Site Primary Location: US - Louisville, KY Compensation: USD 104,000 - USD 124,800 yearly The Public Assistance (PA) Project Delivery Manager will assist local, state, tribal, and/or territorial clients with FEMA Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation following a federally declared disaster. The role involves coordinating project development, documentation, and approval with FEMA, state emergency management, and sub‑recipients. The position is contingent and may be scheduled/deployed as work becomes available. Responsibilities Guide assigned clients through FEMA Public Assistance (PA) and related recovery programs from declaration to funding approval. Interpret and apply 44 CFR, the Stafford Act, FEMA Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide (PAPPG) and other applicable rules and regulations to evaluate project documentation and develop project worksheets (PWs) to support eligibility, scope accuracy, and cost reasonableness. Utilize FEMA Grants Portal to track progress, flag risks, and ensure data integrity. Lead project team in client assistance and support, including project identification, development, extension requests, additional information gathering, and appeals, as applicable. Coordinate with architects, engineers, and construction managers to verify quantities, develop cost estimates, and reconcile discrepancies between site inspections and documentation. Draft and deliver program‑specific operational guidance to sub‑recipients. Deliver customer service through day‑to‑day interactions with FEMA, state emergency management officers, and sub‑recipients. Maintain timely delivery while providing quality deliverables in compliance with AECOM quality standards. Under minimal direction, perform comprehensive duties that require extensive and diversified experience and the ability to make independent decisions. Resolve problems using advanced techniques and procedures. Extract reports and perform queries from the enterprise content management system. Possess flexibility to respond to and manage different tasks, often with competing priorities. Strong work ethic and ability to work independently. May train lower‑level document control staff as required. Ability to supervise and evaluate assigned staff as required. Qualifications B.S. or B.A. degree from an accredited university and 6+ years of relevant project delivery experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience delivering PA Assistance on at least two previous disasters. Practically knowledge of FEMA categories and project worksheet development. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Strong work ethic and ability to work independently. Basic leadership skills required if the position leads a small project or group. Benefits AECOM offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, paid leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, well‑being resources, an employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, a retirement savings plan, and an employee stock purchase plan. Equal Opportunity Employer As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr AECO