FEMA - Costing Specialist Job at CDM Smith, San Francisco, CA

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  • CDM Smith
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Overview

40481BR

Requisition ID: 40481BR Business Unit: FSU Job Description: The FEMA Costing Specialist: Conducts preliminary damage assessments (PDAs) in the field for infrastructure projects. Prepares complex project worksheets for the purposes of determining project eligibility, scopes of work and estimating costs to repair or replace a facility or structure damaged by a disaster. Reviews, evaluates and analyzes applicant-provided cost claims for reasonableness and accuracy as related to the scope of work. Researches, reviews and updates equipment rates used in reimbursing applicants for the use of applicant-owned equipment while performing eligible work. Develops cost estimates using RS Means software. May coordinate and complete basic to moderately complex site inspections to validate and record damage to assist in the FEMA Public Assistance grant delivery process. Qualifications & Requirements: Minimum Qualifications HS Diploma or equivalent. 5 years of in-field experience or 2 years of in-field of expertise with a bachelor’s degree. Domestic travel is required. Skills and Abilities Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a FEMA Badge, which includes a background investigation for a Public Trust position. Familiar with estimating tools such as RS Means. Knowledge of FEMA’s Cost Estimating Format (CEF) is a plus. Demonstrates good organizational skills to balance and prioritize work. Strong attention to detail. Strong written and oral communication skills. Experience working with Federal Regulations and Code. Other Details Job Title: FEMA - Costing Specialist Group: WAF Field Mod Fringe Employment Type: Temporary Pay Range Minimum: $33.60 Pay Range Maximum: $67.20 Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Work Location Options: Successful candidate will be required to work in office and field locations as needed. Driver's License Requirements: An appropriate and valid driver's license is required. Notice EEO Statement: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Why CDM Smith? Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! ( Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold." Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. Travel Amount of Travel Required: 100% Assignment Category: Fulltime-Temporary Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position Seasoned notes Seeking candidates for a potential future opportunity! We are excited to announce that CDM Smith won the next 5-year contract for Public Assistance Technical Assistance Contractors – PA TAC V in the West Zone. The West Zone includes Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, California, Arizona, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, Hawaii, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas and Missouri. We are looking for qualified candidates for this position in anticipation of future project opportunities. Please note this is an “Evergreen” position which will be used to build our candidate pool but is not a role that is open at this time. If you are interested in being considered for this position should this position become available, we encourage you to apply to be part of our talent community. By having your information on file, we can reach out to you when this or a similar role officially opens. Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr CDM Smith

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