What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Specialist (Mitigation) position at YA Group?
Company Overview
YA is an international professional services organization providing forensic consulting, engineering, risk mitigation, and related services. Founded over 25 years ago as a property damage consulting firm, YA has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Today, YA has over 600 professionals dedicated to excellence, partnership, and driving innovation.
YA’s Government Services division partners with government and corporations to protect the communities we love. Our team specializes in emergency management, disaster mitigation, grants administration, floodplain management, urban and regional planning, and community resilience for public, private, and non-profit sector clients. Government Services brings the insight and creative strategies needed to deliver outstanding results to clientele around the nation.
Summary
The Engineering Specialist will play a key role in supporting Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grants within our Government Services division. This role will regularly evaluate projects for technical feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering, architectural or construction fieldwork, with strong analytical skills, understanding of benefit-cost analysis principles, and the ability to provide technical guidance to stakeholders.
This is a fully remote position. Candidates must be in the Florida Panhandle, within 3 hours of Tallahassee, FL.
Key Responsibilities
YA is an international professional services organization providing forensic consulting, engineering, risk mitigation, and related services. Founded over 25 years ago as a property damage consulting firm, YA has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Today, YA has over 600 professionals dedicated to excellence, partnership, and driving innovation.
YA’s Government Services division partners with government and corporations to protect the communities we love. Our team specializes in emergency management, disaster mitigation, grants administration, floodplain management, urban and regional planning, and community resilience for public, private, and non-profit sector clients. Government Services brings the insight and creative strategies needed to deliver outstanding results to clientele around the nation.
Summary
The Engineering Specialist will play a key role in supporting Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grants within our Government Services division. This role will regularly evaluate projects for technical feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering, architectural or construction fieldwork, with strong analytical skills, understanding of benefit-cost analysis principles, and the ability to provide technical guidance to stakeholders.
This is a fully remote position. Candidates must be in the Florida Panhandle, within 3 hours of Tallahassee, FL.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct engineering reviews to assess the eligibility, feasibility, and cost-effectiveness of HMA grant applications.
- Perform site inspections across the Florida Panhandle and surrounding areas to verify project compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Analyze and interpret technical documents, including engineering designs, product specifications, cost estimates, and product approvals.
- Utilize FEMA-approved benefit-cost analysis (BCA) methodologies to evaluate project cost-effectiveness.
- Develop Requests for Information (RFI) to gather essential technical data for engineering reviews and BCA assessments.
- Prepare comprehensive technical reports, including project scope, BCA summaries, and supporting documentation.
- Provide technical assistance to sub-applicants and subgrantees, addressing project-related concerns.
- Other duties as assigned.
- 1 years’ experience in engineering, construction fieldwork, or architectural practices required.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field.
- Strong understanding of engineering principles, hazard mitigation strategies, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for developing reports and providing technical guidance.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with stakeholders effectively.
- Experience conducting site inspections and analyzing technical data preferred.
- Proficiency in FEMA-approved benefit-cost analysis methodologies for HMA grant applications preferred.
- Frequent travel throughout the Florida Panhandle required (up to 50%).
