Civil & Environmental Engineer, Senior Advisor

Introduction :

We are a leading, national consulting firm that provides compassionate, full-spectrum emergency management services including planning and preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation services to the public and private sectors before, during and after a natural disaster or catastrophic event.

Our mission is to provide compassionate consulting services to local, state, federal, and industry clients, active in disaster response, recovery, and preparedness. We will be on time, on target, and on budget with the services aligned to the evolving threats and hazards facing our nation.

Position Summary : NOTE - A current Professional Engineer (PE) certification is required for this role.

Job Title : Senior Advisor, Civil & Environmental Engineering

Full Time or Part Time : Full Time

Temporary / Seasonal / Regular : Regular

Compensation : $114-156k / annual

Location : Remote with up to 50% travel required.

Travel : Up to 50% Travel / deployment and on-site work required.

Benefits Summary : Health Insurance

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Short-Term Disability / Voluntary Long-Term Disability

401(k) Account with Company Match

Paid-Time Off (PTO) : Annual Leave and Sick Leave Accruals

Paid Parental Leave

Training and Professional Development Opportunities

Wellness Benefits / Allowance

Corporate Computer

Time off to Volunteer

Cell Phone Allowance

Mission of Role / Position Summary :

The Senior Advisor, Civil & Environmental Engineering will oversee technical staff focused on disaster recovery projects that require strong environmental or engineering expertise. This position will guide the development and implementation of projects with significant geospatial components, and ensure projects meet technical, regulatory, and programmatic requirements. This includes project leadership for FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, CDBG-DR programs, and local / state recovery initiatives. The position will be guided in all activities by ACDC’s Corporate Values Platform.

Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities :

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions :

Manage operation functions as an advanced-level subject matter expert in multiple focus areas of emergency management, which includes overall responsibility for projects of any size. Supervise and direct the work of others, providing direct leadership and prioritization of resources and workloads. Interpret policies to provide expert advice, ensuring high quality deliverables. Participate in the formulation of business goals, plans, and strategy. Provide guidance and create opportunities for mentorship engagement with consultant levels, to promote professional skill growth and career path direction.

Manage complex portions of projects of all size as the advanced subject matter expert, including organizing project teams and prioritizing tasks. Ensure all aspects of assigned projects are completed as outlined in the scope of work and timeline, designating and recommending appropriate resource allocation. Utilize expert project operation knowledge, judgement, and discretion to lead and manage others. Supervise and mentor all levels of consultants. Ensure you and others meet or exceed personnel allocation and utilization targets. Provide guidance, feedback, and create opportunities for all levels of Consultants.

Attend, participate, and lead individual and group scheduled meetings and events. Respond, engage, and initiate other company communications as appropriate. Lead and directly engage with clients at conferences and networking events. Design materials for information sessions with communities and clients, and present at speaking engagements. Demonstrate and practice expert knowledge of company client engagement practices, and regularly exercise discretion in decision-making. Conduct meetings and engage with clients at events, conferences and speaking engagements. Coordinate with all staff members working on related projects, as well as with Local, State, Federal, and Regional organizations, and the public.

Manage and nurture relationships with key clients to ensure satisfaction and repeat business. Participate in all aspects of business development, including reviewing, evaluating, and responding to proposals and data calls. Support the creation, updating, and distribution of company marketing materials and capabilities statements based on subject matter expertise. Build and maintain relationships with teaming partners and clients. Identify and pursue potential opportunities to expand on current client contracts or enter into new contracts. Learn client contractual specifics and limitations to make effective recommendations on the forward path of projects. Stay up to date on industry developments.

Attend and participate in all assigned job-related training opportunities. Organize, coordinate staff, and lead training events and information sessions to build client / community engagement.

Makes decisions and exercises judgement on assigned projects and individual work as advanced level technical and subject matter expert. Provide guidance to others on prioritizing tasks. Leads corporate and program operations and division priorities. Perform quality control review procedures over work performed by other consultants and over client-provided documents.

Maintain currency of and compliance with applicable state and federal policies, procedures, and guidance documents. Play a significant role and act as an expert in all areas of Emergency Management. Maintain / pursue expert level knowledge, credentials, and career development opportunities.

During a disaster, you may be called into the field to support or co-lead relief efforts or assist with organizing responses to support advanced roles in emergency situations and / or activations.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Division Specific Responsibilities :

Lead and manage technical teams supporting recovery, mitigation, and environmental / engineering-related projects.

Provide expertise in geospatial analysis, managing and creating Survey123 forms, and leveraging ArcGIS tools for project delivery.

Supervise staff conducting environmental and infrastructure assessments, hazard analyses, and permitting / floodplain compliance.

Oversee the design and implementation of disaster recovery strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance with FEMA, HUD, EPA, and local / state environmental regulations.

Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for environmental compliance (NEPA, wetlands, endangered species) and / or engineering components (damage assessments, repair scopes).

Review and validate project documentation including project worksheets, grant applications, and environmental reviews.

Assist clients with navigating permitting, zoning, building codes, floodplain regulations, and environmental permitting for recovery projects.

Coordinate with local / state / federal agencies, applicants, engineers, and environmental specialists to ensure seamless project execution.

Mentor and develop junior technical staff, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

Represent the firm and clients in stakeholder meetings, briefings, and regulatory discussions.

Support business development efforts through technical writing, proposal development, and client engagement.

Remain up to date on relevant legislation, regulatory changes, and best practices in disaster recovery, environmental management, and engineering.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

In-depth knowledge of FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, or CDBG-DR programs.

Proven proficiency with ESRI software, particularly ArcGIS and Survey123.

Strong geospatial data management, form creation, and analysis skills.

Expertise in environmental regulations, permitting, and / or civil engineering standards.

Working knowledge of FEMA Public Assistance policies / procedures

Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written

Ability to maintain confidentiality with both sensitive customers’ information and internal information

Capable of multi-tasking when necessary

Ability to work across multiple functions and divisions on various projects

Ability to create and maintain relationships with a variety of public and private sector clients

Excellent critical thinking, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills

Highly organized and detail oriented

Ability to remain flexible and adapt quickly to changes in roles, responsibilities, priorities, and projects

Ability to work independently with minimal direction

Expected Hours of Work :

Schedule may vary and require work on evenings and weekends and dependability and punctuality are paramount.

Travel Requirements

Up to 50% travel is expected for this position.

Deployment to client sites for extended periods of time is required.

Physical Demands

Mobility required on-site with clients.

Sitting or standing for hours at a time.

Ability to work at a computer for prolonged periods of time as needed.

Ability to manipulate up to 50 lbs. as needed.

Working Environment

All ACDC positions are remote work site positions with the home location agreed upon at time of hire.

If the remote work site locations change, ACDC HR must be made aware, and leadership needs to approve any site changes for business registration and payroll tax purposes.

All ACDC positions require travel to client sites or for emergency activations / deployments, as requested by leadership.

Supervisory Responsibilities

May have direct supervisory responsibility and mentorship responsibilities for staff.

Expected Hours of Work

Schedule may vary. Work on evenings and weekends may be required. Dependability and punctuality are paramount.

Travel Requirements

Up to 50% travel is expected for this position.

Must be willing to travel and deploy to client sites for extended periods of time.

Physical Demands

Mobile and / or non-mobile work environments possible for hours at a time.

Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time if needed.

Ability to maneuver up to 50 lbs. repetitively throughout the day and as needed.

Work Environment

Senior advisors may work in an office or home environment or be deployed to the field which may require working outdoors in adverse weather conditions.

Work may be on-site with clients as needed; ex : EOC, hospital, debris site or a local government building.

All AC Disaster Consulting (ACDC) positions are remote work site positions with the home location agreed upon at time of hire.

If the remote work site locations change, ACDC Human Resources must be made aware, and leadership needs to approve any site changes for business registration and payroll tax purposes.

Requirements

Experience / Education Required :

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

Minimum 5 years of experience in environmental planning, disaster recovery, emergency management, or closely related fields.

PE (Professional Engineer) certification.

7+ years demonstrated experience and knowledge of FEMA policies and procedures, and environmental regulations.

3-5 years demonstrated experience using ArcGIS and Survey123 in a professional setting.

5-7 years experience in project management, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results within deadlines.

5-7+ years client management experience including expansion and development of services and contracts.

2-5+ years leadership and supervisory experience.

5-7+ years knowledge and experience in two or more Emergency Management disciplines.

Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel

Experience / Education Preferred :

Master's degree is preferred.

Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) credential is a significant advantage.

Proficient with Salesforce.

Additional Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Must pass company and any applicable client background check, ACDC background check, O365 basic skills assessment and reference check upon offer of employment.

Eligibility to work in the United States is required

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Short-Term Disability / Voluntary Long-Term Disability

401(k) Account with Company Match

Paid-Time Off (PTO) : Annual Leave and Sick Leave Accruals

Paid Parental Leave

Training and Professional Development Opportunities

Wellness Benefits / Allowance

Corporate Computer

Time off to Volunteer

Cell Phone Allowance

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