Disaster Recovery – IA Project Manager

Tidal Basin Group

Project Manager overseeing disaster recovery and survivor assistance programs nationwide at Tidal Basin. Responsible for project management, team leadership, and compliance with FEMA requirements.

Posted 6/6/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide overall project management for disaster recovery and survivor assistance programs
Lead project implementation and operational execution activities
Develop and implement project plans, timelines, and resource strategies
Oversee daily operations to ensure alignment with client objectives and contract requirements
Manage risks, identify operational challenges, and suggest corrective actions to maintain project success
Assist with business development and participate in proposal support with technical writing, and subject matter expertise to support growth initiatives
Serve as the primary liaison between Tidal Basin, clients, government agencies, subcontractors, and other stakeholders
Foster collaboration among project teams, clients, community partners, and stakeholders
Facilitate meetings, briefings, and status updates with leadership and partners
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including state, local parties, subcontractors, and community partners to support long-term engagement
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and contractual requirements
Provide technical assistance and subject matter expertise to ensure compliance with FEMA programs (e.g. PA, IA, Mitigation)
Interpret and apply federal regulations including 2 CFR Part 200 and applicable state/local policies
Develop federal grant applications (FEMA Project Worksheets) for all Categories of Work, provide reviews and quality assurance as to damage descriptions, scope of work, cost estimates, and general content
Oversee documentation, reporting, and audit readiness
Develop and maintain staffing plans and manage project personnel to meet operational requirements
Monitor project performance, key performance indicators, and contract deliverables to ensure compliance with client expectations and contractual obligations
Make recommendations to improve performance and ensure quality of programs
Perform coaching, performance oversight, and guidance to team members
Ensure health and safety guidelines are established and followed
Ensure completion of required training
Manage project budgets, financial performance, forecasting, invoicing support, and resource allocation to ensure successful project delivery
Review invoices, timesheets, expense reports, and financial reports for accuracy and compliance
Ensure efficient utilization of resources and adherence to contract terms and internal procedures
Prepare and deliver project reports, briefings, forecasts, and executive-level presentations
Ensure accurate and timely submission of deliverables
Maintain organized project documentation to support audits and closeout
Prepare Project Management Plan and update as needed
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Business, Engineering/Construction Management, or related field preferred
Minimum of five (5) years of experience serving in a Project Manager, Program Manager, or equivalent leadership role overseeing disaster recovery programs
Minimum of five (5) years of experience managing FEMA Individual Assistance (IA) programs, Disaster Case Management Programs (DCMP), or similar disaster survivor assistance and recovery initiatives
Demonstrated experience managing large-scale recovery programs or projects
Strong knowledge and experience of FEMA programs, policies, and procedures
Experience with federal grant management and compliance requirements
Proven ability to lead teams in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work environment with periodic travel to project locations and client sites
Ability to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays as operational needs require
Fast-paced and dynamic disaster recovery environment supporting communities impacted by disasters

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementdisaster recoveryFEMA programsfederal grant managementbudget managementrisk managementtechnical writingperformance monitoringcompliance auditingresource allocation

Soft Skills

leadershipcollaborationcommunicationproblem-solvingcoachingrelationship buildingorganizational skillsadaptabilitystrategic planningtime management

Certifications

PMP (Project Management Professional)