Disaster Recovery FEMA Project Manager - Remote (US)

About the position Responsibilities • Lead the development, coordination, and operation of various large, complex FEMA Public Assistance programs • Serve as the direct interface with state/local client agencies, including high-level elected and appointed officials, as well as senior program staff. • Lead coordination and control over execution of all program's activities, schedule, budget and scope. • Lead all necessary high profile, program-wide public presentations and meetings, subrecipient meetings and government or non-government stakeholders' meetings • Lead, coordinate and evaluate performance of all project staff • Monitor program performance status and establish necessary tools for control over programs results • Maintain a complete understanding of all applicable program policies, requirements, procedures, guidelines; and shall possess knowledge of regulatory and statutory compliance requirements for the FEMA Public Assistance Program as well as other federal and state funding sources. • Ensure all program participants, including subrecipients, vendors, and stakeholders are aware of any policy changes • Manage multiple subcontractors simultaneously. • Serve as the key project interface with ICF leadership, delivering updates on milestones/challenges, and using data-driven reporting and analysis to inform decisions. Requirements • Bachelor's Degree or higher education in Planning, Engineering, Architecture, Program Management, or similar degree. • 6+ years of experience leading major disaster grant monitoring process and recovery efforts. • 5+ years of FEMA Grant Programs AND Project Management experience including program start-up through implementation and closeout. • 5+ year experience managing complex cross-functional teams to achieve high levels of production, meet tight deadlines, and deliver compliant, quality work products. • Willingness and ability to travel as needed for project needs. • Must have a valid driver's license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check. Nice-to-haves • Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP). • Demonstrated success in program execution, client relationships, and profitability. • Proven track record of leading a team and accomplishing successful business results. • Experience with state and local governments, and the types of initiatives necessary to help them rebuild their economy and culture following significant disruptions, such as natural disasters. • Demonstrated ability to internally monitor all program and project activities to ensure quality control and quality assurance and be prepared for Federal audits of program activities. • Familiarity with emergency planning, mitigation planning and using grants management systems. • Ability to formulate strategies to create new, creative approaches and profitable solutions. Apply tot his job