Cost Estimators - FEMA Public Assistance

ICF's Disaster Management division seeks Cost Estimators who will support FEMA Public Assistance (PA) and Hazard Mitigation projects in Oregon following the recent wildfire and straight-line wind events. As a Cost Estimator you will be responsible for determining project eligibility, scopes of work, and estimating costs to repair or replace damaged infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Conduct benefit-cost analysis (BCA) for mitigation activities

• Evaluate large critical infrastructure projects using the FEMA Cost Estimating Format

• Review and evaluate applicant-provided cost claims for reasonableness and accuracy

• Research and update equipment rates used in reimbursing applicants for the use of applicant-owned equipment while performing eligible work

• Develop cost estimates using RS Means software

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ Degree

• 5+ years relevant work experience

• Extensive experience with cost estimating for reconstruction and repair infrastructure projects

• Expertise with RSMEANS and FEMA Cost Estimating Tool

• Demonstrated experience implementing the Stafford Act in support of public assistance programs

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in one or more of the following: Construction, Construction Management, Project Development, Hazard Mitigation Measures, Engineering or Architecture

• Experience in the critical infrastructure market, specifically the utility sector

Professional Skills:

• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities

• Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)

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Portland, OR (OR08)