Project Manager - Public Assistance

Company: Tetra Tech
Location: Honolulu
Posted on: May 2, 2025

Job Description:

Tetra Tech is adding a Project Manager to our Public Assistance team based in a Remote capacity located in Hawaii.While we are not actively hiring currently for this role, we are always interested in connecting with talented individuals for future opportunities. This job posting is part of our ongoing efforts to build a talent pool for upcoming positions. If you don't see a specific opening that matches your skills right now, we encourage you to apply for future consideration. Your application will be kept on file, and we will reach out when a suitable position becomes available.Why Tetra Tech:At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.Your Impact:Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.Your Role:Tetra Tech's Disaster Response Division currently has an opportunity for a Project Manager. This is a REMOTE position for someone who resides in Hawaii. This role will require periodic travel, which may include long-term deployments for disaster response efforts.Responsibilities include:

• Serves as Primary Point of Contact between client, stakeholders, and project team, and provides good customer service to applicants through prompt follow-up and a professional demeanor.
• Manages the overall operation and direction of the program or project and determines and defines project scopes and objectives.
• Predicts resources needed to reach objectives and manages resources in an effective and efficient manner.
• Prepares budget based on scope of work and resource requirements, maintains project work plan, and tracks project costs in order to meet Tetra Tech financial goals.
• Provides written and oral reports to contract management and client representatives and provides project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress.
• Manages contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
• Develops strategies for achieving project goals and objectives and monitors progress and adjusts as needed.
• Measures project performance to identify areas for improvement.
• Provides strategic guidance to team and leads internal meetings.
• Reviews and approves project SOPs, Org Charts, staffing changes, payroll, and time and attendance requests.
• Utilizes industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout project execution.
• Provides customer service to applicants throughout the FEMA Public Assistance grant management process.
• Coordinates with FEMA PA Site Inspector and PA Program Delivery Task Force Leaders for effective grant funding delivery.
• Coordinates with stakeholders to complete FEMA PA grant applications.
• Oversees FEMA Grants Portal application process.
• Follows applicable regulations on grant eligibility and communicates changes to program requirements.
• Reviews project recommendations and develops RFIs with FEMA leads.
• Provides technical assistance regarding FEMA and related funding sources.
• Conducts activities in line with procedures, legislation, and standards.
• Pursues ongoing professional development.
• Works safely and reports health and safety incidents.
• Performs additional duties as required.Qualifications include:

• 7+ years of FEMA Public Assistance Grant Experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication skills, organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience as Program Delivery Manager (PDMG), Grants Manager, and with Grants Portal preferredThe perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
  • Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits
  • Merit-based rewards
  • Flexibility and work/life balance
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Professional growth opportunitiesAbout Tetra Tech:Tetra Tech is a leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services worldwide. With 30,000 employees, we deliver solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address water cycles, environmental restoration, sustainable infrastructure, and clean energy transition.Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We prioritize veteran referrals.We invite applications from all interested parties. Explore our open positions at . Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities.
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