Disaster Recovery Project Manager

Hagerty Consulting

. Provide critical advisory and strategic planning services to recovery clients .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in FEMA Public Assistance Program, particularly in Permanent Work (Categories C-G), while effectively managing multidisciplinary teams and complex recovery projects. Strong communication skills are essential for advising clients and presenting to stakeholders.

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FEMA Public Assistance Program ExpertiseProject ManagementTeam LeadershipWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

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Hard Skills

FEMA PA ProgramCost RecoveryInfrastructure RedevelopmentEconomic DevelopmentHousing ServicesSocial ServicesGrant ManagementPolicy AnalysisMethodology DevelopmentDisaster Recovery

Soft Skills

TeamworkIntegrityInnovationExcellenceDelegation

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeDatabasesTechnology Platforms

Industry Keywords

Natural Disaster RecoveryFederal Disaster Grant ProgramsStakeholder EngagementProject VisibilityQuality Deliverables

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide critical advisory and strategic planning services to recovery clients
Lead a large team
Support local governments through long-term recoveries from natural disasters
Leverage understanding of the FEMA Public Assistance (PA) Program—Permanent Work (Categories C-G)—to strategically pursue and layer funding for complex post-catastrophic disaster needs
Serve as a FEMA PA Program subject matter expert and answer policy-related questions
Oversee a multidisciplinary recovery team covering cost recovery, infrastructure redevelopment, economic development, housing, social services, and related areas
Delegate tasks, assess staffing needs, and develop methodologies to meet unmet needs and maximize funding
Maintain strong project management practices and client visibility
Ensure deliverables are high quality
Uphold Hagerty's core values of integrity, innovation, teamwork, and excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Prior support for local governments impacted by natural disasters through multiple federal disaster grant programs from the early onset of a disaster through grant obligation and closeout
A minimum of four years (4) of experience in the FEMA PA Program, including Permanent Work (Categories C-G)
Demonstrated experience managing complex and dynamic projects
High competency in written communication, including the ability to create nuanced/policy complex recommendation documents
Strong verbal communication skills, including the ability to present verbally to high level stakeholders
Previous experience managing workload for large multi-disciplinary teams with varying levels of experience
Strong proficiency with MS Office products, databases, and other software / technology platforms
A bachelor's degree

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits program
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for health and transit/parking
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Holidays
Sick leave