Disaster Recovery – IA Project Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Provide comprehensive project management for disaster recovery and survivor assistance initiatives.

• Lead the implementation of projects and manage operational execution.

• Develop and execute project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies.

• Oversee daily operations to ensure alignment with client goals and contract stipulations.

• Identify risks, address operational challenges, and recommend corrective actions to ensure project success.

• Support business development efforts and engage in proposal preparation, leveraging technical writing and subject matter expertise to bolster growth initiatives.

• Act as the primary contact between Tidal Basin, clients, government entities, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.

• Encourage collaboration among project teams, clients, community partners, and stakeholders.

• Organize and facilitate meetings, briefings, and status updates with leadership and partners.

• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including state and local entities, subcontractors, and community collaborators to promote long-term engagement.

• Ensure adherence to federal, state, local, and contractual obligations.

• Provide technical assistance and expertise to ensure compliance with FEMA programs (e.g., PA, IA, Mitigation).

• Interpret and apply federal regulations, including 2 CFR Part 200 and relevant state/local policies.

• Develop federal grant applications (FEMA Project Worksheets) for all Categories of Work, ensuring reviews and quality assurance regarding damage descriptions, scope of work, cost estimates, and general content.

• Supervise documentation, reporting, and audit readiness.

• Create and manage staffing plans, overseeing project personnel to fulfill operational needs.

• Monitor project performance, key performance indicators, and contract deliverables to ensure compliance with client expectations and contractual commitments.

• Recommend enhancements to improve performance and ensure the quality of programs.

• Provide coaching, performance oversight, and guidance to team members.

• Ensure the establishment and adherence to health and safety guidelines.

• Ensure completion of required training.

• Manage project budgets, financial performance, forecasting, invoicing support, and resource allocation to guarantee successful project delivery.

• Review invoices, timesheets, expense reports, and financial reports for accuracy and compliance.

• Ensure effective resource utilization and compliance with contract terms and internal procedures.

• Prepare and deliver project reports, briefings, forecasts, and executive-level presentations.

• Ensure the accurate and timely submission of deliverables.

• Maintain organized project documentation to support audits and closeouts.

• Prepare and update the Project Management Plan as required.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Business, Engineering/Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a Project Manager, Program Manager, or equivalent leadership role overseeing disaster recovery programs.

• At least five (5) years of experience managing FEMA Individual Assistance (IA) programs, Disaster Case Management Programs (DCMP), or similar disaster survivor assistance and recovery initiatives.

• Proven experience managing large-scale recovery programs or projects.

• Strong knowledge and experience with FEMA programs, policies, and procedures.

• Experience with federal grant management and compliance requirements.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Travel to disaster-impacted regions with extended stays.

• Flexibility to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays as operational needs arise.