Disaster Recovery Construction Specialist

IEM•,

1d•$75,000 - $95,000•Remote

About The Position

IEM is seeking a Full-Time Disaster Recovery Construction Specialist with experience in a QC role and construction. The specialist will maintain a thorough understanding of all applicable Program policies, requirements, and procedures, reviewing cases within established guidelines. This role may involve processing, monitoring, tracking, and reporting applications with minimal direct supervision.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Three (3) years of relevant experience with developing scopes of work – which may also include residential rehabilitation work requiring adherence to developed scopes of work
Proficient in Xactimate and Microsoft Office products.
Advanced knowledge of construction – including Florida Building Code and other local requirements.
Extremely detail oriented.
Excellent written and oral communications skills, ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a QC role

Responsibilities

Work as part of a team providing expert services to support disaster recovery and mitigation efforts with a focus on construction, inspections, cost estimating, and environmental requirements (Lead-based paint, Asbestos, Mold, Section 106 Historical Review).
Coordinate with team leadership for construction oversight and quality control on housing rehabilitation, reconstruction, and new construction projects funded by CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT programs.
Coordinate with internal teams and program managers to ensure compliance with HUD and Florida Building Code requirements.
Maintain compliance SOPs for construction standards, environmental hazard mitigation, green/resilient building strategies, and field QA/QC procedures.
Oversee the resolution of construction-related issues, homeowner concerns, and ensure proper documentation is maintained for all construction phases.
Complete staff drafting or reviews of project scopes and related materials to ensure environmental compliance.
Interpret and apply HUD requirements, local building codes, green building standards, and program policy as it relates to disaster recovery and mitigation construction activities.
Manage client contracts and work order requirements.
Monitor and allocate resources as necessary.
Other tasks, as assigned.