Site Inspector (FEMA Disaster Recovery Support)
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

Job Info

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ABS Group is supporting the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) with individuals who have specific technical expertise to conduct site inspections on sites with major damage (e.g., destroyed facilities; facilities with extensive damage; facilities with significant damage to mechanical, electrical and plumbing components, etc.) to document disaster-related damage. These individuals will conduct site inspections to validate infrastructure damage and record detailed damage descriptions during the inspection. This is a site-specific position, and candidates will need to be located in or willing to deploy to North Carolina, South Carolina, or Florida.

What You Will Do:

• Reviewing and analyzing professional architectural/engineering reports and designs or as-built plans
• Thoroughly documenting analyses in writing
• Developing scopes of work, including related code and standard requirements
• Validating applicant-provided scopes of work, including related code and standard requirements
• Developing and reviewing cost estimates
• Advising FEMA staff on the technical validity of claims presented under FEMA's arbitration process; should arbitration hearings occur, testify as an expert witness on FEMA's behalf

What You Will Need:
Education and Experience

• 5 years in field of expertise (with an undergraduate degree) or 10 years in field of expertise, with a Professional Engineer (PE) License

Compensation Range : The daily per diem ranges between $68 - $80 contingent on location in addition to all allowed expenses (hotel, rental car, fuel, and laundry) being reimbursed and an hourly rate ranging between $55 - $80/hour depending on the Labor Category and position level for which you're selected.

Notice: This role has been opened for a future need expected within three months of the original posting date of this position. Potential candidates may not receive communication until the open headcount is confirmed.

ABOUT US

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We're at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

About Our Benefits

ABS Group proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers additional support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Group also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.

Equal Opportunity

The ABS Group of Companies is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

Notice

ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.

Other

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs

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