FEMA - Construction Specialist

**40398BR** **Requisition ID:** 40398BR **Business Unit:** FSU **Job Description:** The FEMA Disaster Management Construction Specialist: - 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 representative's 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. - Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a FEMA Badge, which includes a background investigation for a Public Trust position. - Performs other duties as required. \#LI-LP2 **Job Title:** FEMA - Construction Specialist **Group:** WAF Field Mod Fringe **Employment Type:** Temporary **Minimum Qualifications:** - 5 years of in-field experience or 2 years of in-field experience with a bachelor's 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, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. **Why CDM Smith?:** Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! ( **Join Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold.** Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. **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 Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "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. **Pay Range Minimum:** $27.30 **Pay Range Maximum:** $48.30 **Additional Compensation:** All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. **Work Location Options:** Successful candidate will be required to work in office and field locations as needed. **Driver's License Requirements:** An appropriate and valid driver's license is required. **Seeking candidates for a potential future opportunity!:** We are excited to announce that CDM Smith won the next 5-year contract for Public Assistance Technical Assistance Contractors - PA TAC V in the West Zone. The West Zone includes Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, California, Arizona, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, Hawaii, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas and Missouri. We are looking for qualified candidates for this position in anticipation of future project opportunities. Please note this is an "Evergreen" position which will be used to build our candidate pool but is not a role that is open at this time. If you are interested in being considered for this position should this position become available, we encourage you to apply to be part of our talent community. By having your information on file, we can reach out to you when this or a similar role officially opens. **Massachusetts Applicants:** It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.