Project Specialist - PA, IA, and Damage Assessments Job at CDR Companies, Frankfort, KY

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  • CDR Companies
  • Frankfort, KY

Job Description

CDR Maguire Inc., a national multi-disciplinary engineering and Emergency Management consulting firm is seeking several qualified Project Specialists to assist clients in obtaining FEMA related Public Assistance services and other related duties as required. (Local candidates strongly preferred).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Working closely with clients to document their losses for reimbursement (Data Packages/Project Worksheets).
  • Reviewing complex documentation for missing hours, equipment, materials, etc.
  • Assisting project managers or engineers in major segments of moderate to complex projects or tasks.
  • Participating in site visits/inspections.
  • Assist in quantifying losses/site – create detailed damage description of each site.
  • Document proposed scope of work required to restore site to its original condition.
  • Assist in gathering and processing documentation for grant/other reimbursement.
  • Conduct Preliminary Damage Assessments (PDA) in collaboration with FEMA, state, and local officials to determine the extent of damages and identify eligible assistance.
  • Assist in Individual Assistance (IA) case reviews, documenting homeowner and renter losses, verifying eligibility for aid, and helping compile necessary documentation for reimbursement.
  • Support Public Assistance (PA) applicants, including state and local governments and nonprofits, by gathering detailed damage descriptions to support grant applications.
  • Travel as required by supervisor.
  • Conducting other duties which may arise from time to time and/or commensurate with the title and position

Requirements

The successful candidates will have the necessary experience based on the positions needed for deployment. Due to the nature of the work, selected candidates need to have excellent client communication skills and must meet the following requirements:

  • A minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience is required
  • Experience with FEMA's Grant Portal
  • Experience in Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA)
  • Preferred experience with Closeout packages
  • Provide Form I-9 supporting documentation that proves your identity and eligibility to work in the United States
  • Must be able to pass a background check
  • Ability to deploy with short notice
  • Ability to commit to a minimum 20 week assignment in Kentucky and be physically able to work under disaster conditions
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
  • Desire to work in fast-paced work environment to meet deadlines
  • Ability to work professionally, effectively, and efficiently in a team environment with various stakeholders


Preference will be given to candidates with one or more of the following FEMA Public Assistance classroom training's:

  • Public Assistance Operations I
  • Public Assistance Operations II
  • Project Worksheet (PW) Development
  • Cost Estimating Format (CEF)
  • Debris Management/Operations
  • 406 Hazard Mitigation

CDR Maguire is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and EO/AAN/D. Must be able to work in the United States to apply.

Job Tags

Local area,

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