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Job Description:

Housing SME-Disaster Recovery

Nation Wide/United States

Are you looking for a rewarding and flexible job opportunity that makes a tangible difference in the world? Why not join the Parsons Disaster Recovery Team? We have been supporting the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on disaster response and recovery assignments for over 10 years and offer a wide range of career opportunities to those looking for that impactful job.

Under multiple contracts, Parsons is providing construction support services, site assessments, engineer evaluations, inspections of damaged housing, cost estimates, construction contractor oversight, housing solution development and design services on an on-call/casual basis in the wake of natural and man-made disasters, including acts of terrorism on behalf of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) throughout the United States including the Caribbean and Pacific territories.

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

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 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.

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:

$79,100.00 - $138,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

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

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+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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