Dewberry Engineers Incorporated
FEMA-Disaster Recovery Specialists (Structural Engineers)
Dewberry Engineers Incorporated, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032
FEMA-Disaster Recovery Specialists (Structural Engineers)
Join the Dewberry Team!
Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to help our country with disaster recovery work? Dewberry maintains a cadre of skilled professional and technical staff in an on‑call capacity to support disaster recovery work across the United States. We are currently searching for highly qualified Structural Engineers to support these projects. As one of our Disaster Specialists, you will collaborate with the best and brightest in the industry and use your expertise to support critical recovery efforts in disaster‑impacted communities. This is an excellent opportunity for those who want to use their knowledge, skills, and abilities to help disaster survivors at recovery operation work sites throughout the United States and its territories.
*Please note, this is a deployment‑based position. Remote work is not permitted for this role.
Responsibilities Deploy to disaster sites to support FEMA or other government entities in the delivery of disaster recovery programs such as the Public Assistance (PA) program or the FEMA Individual Assistance (IA) Direct Housing program. Perform field inspections of damaged facilities, assess disaster‑damaged infrastructure, document detailed damage descriptions, develop restoration scopes of work, formulate detailed cost estimates, and assist with hazard mitigation planning. The work includes, but is not limited to, providing technical guidance to FEMA, local government agencies, and other entities on electric power‑related projects and understanding the technical requirements for such projects.
Required Skills & Required Experience Bachelor's degree in structural engineering or a related field from an accredited university.
Minimum of 5 years of full‑time professional experience in the field of study working with public infrastructure.
Knowledge of modern construction practices and experience conducting facility assessments, performing construction inspections, and developing project scope and cost estimates.
Working knowledge of International Building Code (IBC), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other governmental regulatory compliance.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must be computer literate and proficient with MS Office Suite applications.
Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment under stressful conditions.
Ability to work up to 12 hours per day, 7 days a week while deployed to a disaster recovery operation for up to 12 months.
Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Must be a U.S. citizen capable of passing a federal background investigation to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Licensed Professional Engineer.
Working knowledge of the FEMA PA Program law, regulation, and policy.
Prior FEMA PA experience as: Program Delivery Manager, Site Inspector, Policy Advisor, Cost Estimator, or Hazard Mitigation Specialist.
Working knowledge of FEMA's Grants Manager or Grants Portal.
Experience with residential site development or construction including roads, utilities, and drainage.
Proficiency using cost estimating software such as RS Means and Xactimate.
*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
*This position is covered by the McNamara‑O'Hara Service Contract Act of 1965 (SCA).
*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry will be required to submit to a background screening which may include employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.
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Join the Dewberry Team!
Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to help our country with disaster recovery work? Dewberry maintains a cadre of skilled professional and technical staff in an on‑call capacity to support disaster recovery work across the United States. We are currently searching for highly qualified Structural Engineers to support these projects. As one of our Disaster Specialists, you will collaborate with the best and brightest in the industry and use your expertise to support critical recovery efforts in disaster‑impacted communities. This is an excellent opportunity for those who want to use their knowledge, skills, and abilities to help disaster survivors at recovery operation work sites throughout the United States and its territories.
*Please note, this is a deployment‑based position. Remote work is not permitted for this role.
Responsibilities Deploy to disaster sites to support FEMA or other government entities in the delivery of disaster recovery programs such as the Public Assistance (PA) program or the FEMA Individual Assistance (IA) Direct Housing program. Perform field inspections of damaged facilities, assess disaster‑damaged infrastructure, document detailed damage descriptions, develop restoration scopes of work, formulate detailed cost estimates, and assist with hazard mitigation planning. The work includes, but is not limited to, providing technical guidance to FEMA, local government agencies, and other entities on electric power‑related projects and understanding the technical requirements for such projects.
Required Skills & Required Experience Bachelor's degree in structural engineering or a related field from an accredited university.
Minimum of 5 years of full‑time professional experience in the field of study working with public infrastructure.
Knowledge of modern construction practices and experience conducting facility assessments, performing construction inspections, and developing project scope and cost estimates.
Working knowledge of International Building Code (IBC), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other governmental regulatory compliance.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must be computer literate and proficient with MS Office Suite applications.
Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment under stressful conditions.
Ability to work up to 12 hours per day, 7 days a week while deployed to a disaster recovery operation for up to 12 months.
Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Must be a U.S. citizen capable of passing a federal background investigation to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Licensed Professional Engineer.
Working knowledge of the FEMA PA Program law, regulation, and policy.
Prior FEMA PA experience as: Program Delivery Manager, Site Inspector, Policy Advisor, Cost Estimator, or Hazard Mitigation Specialist.
Working knowledge of FEMA's Grants Manager or Grants Portal.
Experience with residential site development or construction including roads, utilities, and drainage.
Proficiency using cost estimating software such as RS Means and Xactimate.
*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
*This position is covered by the McNamara‑O'Hara Service Contract Act of 1965 (SCA).
*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry will be required to submit to a background screening which may include employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.
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