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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Housing SME – Disaster Recovery to join our team! In this role you will get to travel to disaster-impacted locations to support FEMA in the delivery of the Individual Assistance Program and will assist FEMA in developing housing solutions and overseeing the delivery of housing solutions by FEMA contractors to program-eligible individuals..

What You'll Be Doing:

Selected Subject Matter Experts will travel to disaster-impacted locations to support FEMA in the delivery of the Individual Assistance Program. They will assist FEMA in developing housing solutions and overseeing the delivery of housing solutions by FEMA contractors to program-eligible individuals.

The Subject Matter Expert may also:

• Reviews work produced to ensure that applicable codes, standards, and procedures are followed and quality is acceptable

• Monitors productivity and technical proficiency of assigned personnel

• Helps to define design, scope of work, design criteria, schedules, standards, and procedures

• Assists in determining budget estimates and staffing requirements for the defined scope and schedule

• Assists in supervising the production of project drawings and design calculations

• Promotes technical excellence on the project, including furthering the Quality Improvement Process

• Ensures that work is coordinated with project staff and Engineers from other disciplines by maintaining clear and frequent communications

• Advises engineering and project management regarding any problem areas, staffing requirements, delays in production, scope changes, or other events which could effect project completion

• Initiates and/or reviews change order requests for additions, deletions, or changes to the original scope of work

• Recommends design methods, equipment use, etc., for required standards

• Recommends and prepares technical papers, reports and assessments

• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Minimum Requirements/Certifications : Candidates selected must be U.S. Citizens and able to successfully pass a Federal background investigation, to include financial and criminal history. Successful candidates must be able to mobilize on short notice and commit to a 3-6 month assignment in remote locations working in excess of 50 hours per week.

• The initial work for FEMA can be 10-12 hours per day (typically compensated at straight time rate), 6-7 days per week. Rotations home of 3-5 days approximately every 30 days or so, are provided to each deployed staff as approved by FEMA management. Most expenses, i.e., travel, per diem (food and lodging), are covered by the project and reimbursed directly to the deployed staff in a timely fashion.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction-related field. Professional registration a plus

• Minimum of 15 years of professional experience in field of study

• Demonstrated knowledge of modern housing construction industry practices and experience managing construction projects

• Experience with modern construction practice, site assessments, construction inspection, project scope development and cost estimating

• Working knowledge of engineering and construction processes, International Building Code, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other governmental regulatory compliance

• Knowledge and understanding of FEMA Individual Assistance Program law, regulation and policy is preferred

• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills

• Must be computer literate and proficient with MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel)

• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment and under stressful conditions

• Valid driver’s license required

• Prior FEMA disaster response and recovery experience is strongly desired

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range:

$44.33 - $77.60

The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by federal, state, provincial or local mandates or customer requirements.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

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