Senior Project Manager, Disaster Recovery

Summary

Join AC Disaster Consulting (ACDC), a leading national consulting firm, as a Senior Project Manager to lead on-site recovery and rebuilding efforts following a major disaster. You will be the primary point of contact for coordination with various stakeholders, including city agencies, FEMA, and community groups. This role involves strategic program development, grant management, infrastructure and housing recovery, and community engagement. The position requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, along with extensive experience in disaster recovery and federally funded programs. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of relevant experience. ACDC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, parental leave, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Strong desire to help people
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive customer and internal information
• Capable of multi-tasking when necessary
• Ability to develop Disaster Recovery Frameworks for clients as requested
• Ability to make project management decisions based on analytical skills
• Strong knowledge of post fire recovery operations
• Strong knowledge and understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices
• Ability to work across multiple functions and divisions on various projects
• Ability to train others and lead projects and/or programs with senior leadership oversight
• 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
• Detail-oriented
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to remain flexible and adapt quickly to changes in roles, responsibilities, priorities and projects
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction
• Bachelor’s degree in emergency management, planning, public administration, or related field
• 7+ years’ experience leading complex recovery efforts, including FEMA Public Assistance or HUD programs
• Demonstrated success coordinating across multiple sectors (government, nonprofit, private)
• Direct experience managing federally funded disaster recovery programs (FEMA, ARPA, CDBG)
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficient in MS Office; familiarity with GIS tools a plus
• Experience in leading in-person community engagement and outreach
• Ability to relocate/commute daily to or reside in St. Louis, MO
• Must have experience and general knowledge of the following
• Financing, especially bond financing
• Construction
• Real estate
• Public infrastructure
• Grant writing and grant management
• Procurement of contractors and consultants including issuance of RFPs & RFQs
• Contract management

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of recovery and rebuilding projects for business, housing, and infrastructure restoration
• Serve as the day-to-day liaison between the client, City departments, and state/federal partners
• Support federally-funded programs, including program design, budgeting, and grant management
• Manage project tasks, timelines, and deliverables; monitor compliance with recovery goals and funding requirements
• Direct and support procurement of consultants, contractors, and other technical resources
• Coordinate public meetings, stakeholder engagement, and interagency communication
• Conduct analysis and develop reports, presentations, and recovery recommendations
• Supervise support staff and contractors as needed
• Contribute to federal compliance, including 2 CFR 200, Uniform Guidance, and local ordinance requirements
• Maintain/pursue ongoing knowledge, certifications, and subject matter expertise as appropriate
• Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification or equivalent
• Experience working with urban communities on economic revitalization or infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with Missouri emergency management structures and local plans
• 10+ years of project/program leadership in post-disaster settings

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