Disaster Recovery Project Manager

Hagerty Consulting

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

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

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in FEMA Public Assistance Program with a focus on Permanent Work (Categories C-G) and a strong background in managing complex disaster recovery projects. Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

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FEMA Public Assistance ProgramDisaster Recovery Project ManagementTeam LeadershipWritten CommunicationMS Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Disaster RecoveryProject ManagementGrant ManagementPolicy AnalysisCost RecoveryInfrastructure RedevelopmentEconomic DevelopmentHousing ServicesSocial ServicesMethodology Development

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationStakeholder EngagementTask DelegationAssessment of Staffing NeedsQuality Assurance

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeDatabasesTechnology Platforms

Industry Keywords

Natural Disaster RecoveryFederal Disaster Grant ProgramsLocal Government SupportMulti-Disciplinary Team Management

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
Oversee complex disaster recovery projects
Leverage expertise in the FEMA Public Assistance Program—Permanent Work (Categories C-G)—to address post-catastrophic disaster issues and needs
Serve as a FEMA PA Program subject matter expert and answer policy-related questions
Oversee a multi-disciplinary recovery team across 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 project management best practices and client visibility
Ensure deliverables are high quality and uphold Hagerty's core values

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 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, including health/dental/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