CDBG Deputy Project Manager - Disaster Recovery (Florida Onsite/Remote) (US)

ICFs Disaster Management Division is Hiring! ICF is one of the most dynamic and unique success stories in the industry! Be a part of our purpose-driven approach and culture that values innovation and collaboration for an employee-focused culture!

Will you be our next Deputy Project Manager to help manage federally funded disaster recovery efforts throughout Florida The person selected for this role will help lead large-scale and resilient disaster recovery and/or mitigation programs in areas impacted by natural disasters. The successful candidate will be responsible for the flawless execution of programs anticipating and meeting clients needs and strategically positioning the companys resources and expertise to grow the business. This is an opportunity to grow your career at ICF!

This is a manager-level position full-time requiring the ability to think on ones feet and adjust to an ever-changing environment. This position requires significant time working on-site in client offices. The amount of on-site client location work will vary based upon client needs but may range from 40-80% of weekly time. For this reason we have a strong preference for candidates local to Florida.

The ideal candidate will be a proven Leader with a track record of superior execution and growth and will be responsible for ensuring that programs are positioned to optimize disaster grant resource allocation build strong solutions to impacted areas and provide strong risk management. This position also requires in-depth experience in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developments (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) or Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) programs as well as other applicable Federal disaster recovery cross-cutting regulations.

You will work onsite and remotely with senior staff subject matter experts and junior staff to support local government clients to provide technical assistance and guidance develop policies and procedures and design and implement programs for post-disaster recovery efforts. Responsibilities may also include serving as an expert on policy and regulatory issues developing written materials and management/job aid tools managing staff and subcontractors and working directly with the client to creatively prevent and solve issues.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development coordination and operation of various large complex CDBG-DR funded programs.
Serve as the direct interface with state/local client agencies including high-level elected and appointed officials as well as senior program staff.
Lead coordination and control over execution of all programs activities schedule budget and scope including monthly forecasting and project management reporting.
Lead all necessary high profile program-wide public presentations and meetings subrecipient meetings and government or non-government stakeholders meetings.
Lead coordinate and evaluate the performance of all project staff.
Monitor program performance status and establish necessary tools for control over programs results.
Maintain a complete understanding of all applicable program policies requirements procedures guidelines; and shall possess knowledge of regulatory and statutory compliance requirements for CDBG-DR and similar programs/projects.
Ensure all program participants including subrecipients vendors and stakeholders are aware of any policy changes.
Manage multiple subcontractors simultaneously.
Serve as the key project interface with ICF leadership delivering updates on milestones/challenges and using data-driven reporting and analysis to inform decisions.

Please provide a clear resume that indicates the requirements skills and experience needed.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree.
2 years of project management experience with federally funded projects.
3 years of experience managing complex cross-functional teams to achieve high levels of production meet tight deadlines and deliver compliant quality work products while managing client relationships and project profitability.
3 years of in-depth and hands-on knowledge of the CDBG/CDBG-DR programs regulations and implementation.
2 years of Disaster Recovery experience at the grantee level or with a consulting firm that has worked directly with CDBG-DR grantees.

Preferred Skills/Experience:
Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP)
Experience with FEMA and other disaster recovery funding mechanisms and cross-cutting federal regulations.
Business capture and development and proposal writing experience.
Demonstrated success managing complex cross-functional teams to achieve high levels of production meet tight deadlines and deliver compliant quality work products while managing client relationships and project profitability.
Experience with state and local governments and the types of initiatives necessary to help them rebuild their economy and culture following significant disruptions such as natural disasters.
Demonstrated ability to internally monitor all program and project activities to ensure quality control and quality assurance and be prepared for Federal audits of program activities.
Ability to formulate strategies to create new creative approaches and profitable solutions.

Professional Skills:
Strong analytical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills emotional intelligence critical thinking skills and integrity and ethics
Team player with the demonstrated ability to build organizational capability motivate teaming partners/staff to ensure high levels of engagement and work in a dynamic fast-paced environment
Advanced proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word PowerPoint Outlook Excel SharePoint).
Experience in working in grant management systems of records.
Independent staff engagement and decision-making ability.
Keen eye for detail.
Self-motivated and driven to achieve.
A positive attitude and flexibility to embrace change and a fast pace.
A desire to provide outstanding client service.

This job is a Section 3 eligible job opportunity. We encourage applications from individuals that are low income and/or living in Public Housing.

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