Disaster Recovery Project Manager

Position Summary:

Tidal Basin has an opportunity for a proven disaster recovery professional to provide leadership and operational oversight for disaster recovery projects.

The Disaster Recovery Project Manager (DRPM) is responsible for leading and managing disaster recovery projects supporting federal, state, local government, tribal clients and private non-profit organizations.

This role oversees the planning, execution, and closeout of recovery programs, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, including Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) guidelines, while delivering high-quality services to impacted communities.

The DRPM serves as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, providing leadership to multidisciplinary teams and ensuring timely, compliant, and effective recovery operations.

The DRPM is knowledgeable and experienced in a variety of federal programs to include FEMA Public Assistance (PA), FEMA Individual Assistance (IA), and Hazard Mitigation (FEMA 406).

As a DRPM, you will deploy for extended periods of time to work closely with clients and others, guiding them through the recovery process.

Job Duties and Responsibilities include:

Project Leadership & Execution


* Lead end-to-end disaster recovery projects including mobilization, operations, and closeout


* Develop and implement project plans, timelines, and resource strategies


* Oversee daily operations to ensure alignment with client objectives and contract requirements


* Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions


* Assist with business development and participate in proposal support with technical writing, and subject matter expertise to support growth initiatives

Client & Stakeholder Management


* Serve as primary liaison to clients and stakeholders


* Facilitate meetings, briefings, and status updates with leadership and partners


* Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including state, local parties, subcontractors, and community partners to support long-term engagement

Program Compliance & Oversight


* Provide technical assistance and subject matter expertise to ensure compliance with FEMA programs (e.g.

PA, IA, Mitigation)


* Interpret and apply federal regulations including 2 CFR Part 200 and applicable state/local policies


* Develop federal grant applications (FEMA Project Worksheets) for all Categories of Work, provide reviews and quality assurance as to damage descriptions, scope of work, cost estimates, and general content


* Oversee documentation, reporting, and audit readiness

Team Leadership


* Lead multidisciplinary teams including project staff, subcontractors, and field personnel


* Monitor and evaluate delivery and implementation of Recovery programs ensuring work products are accurate, compliant, and audit ready


* Make recommendations to improve performance and ensure qua...