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Hagerty Consulting Inc

NY · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Hagerty Consulting, Inc. (Hagerty) is the nation's leading emergency management and homeland ... The FEMA Comprehensive Disaster Recovery Project Manager will provide critical advisory and ...

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Witt O'Brien's

Project Manager

Puerto Rico, TX · On-site +1

Minimum of 5 years of progressive project management experience, preferably supporting federal, disaster recovery, infrastructure, grants, or emergency management programs. * Demonstrated experience ...

AC Disaster Consulting, LLC

$100 - $125/hr

AC Disaster Consulting (ACDC) offers full-spectrum emergency management services to public and ... Serve as a subject matter expert, project manager, program coordinator, task lead, or field ...

ThedaCare

Emergency Management Director

Neenah, WI · On-site

... disaster plans, including internal and external event response. Provide necessary project management and support for all related emergency preparedness sub-committee work and ThedaCare facilities.

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for disaster emergency management project manager in the United States is $103,024.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,000.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a disaster emergency management project manager do?

A Disaster Emergency Management Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing projects aimed at preparing for, responding to, and recovering from natural or man-made disasters. They work with government agencies, non-profits, and other stakeholders to develop emergency response plans, conduct risk assessments, and ensure resources are allocated efficiently. Their role often involves leading teams, managing budgets, and communicating critical information during crisis situations. These professionals are essential for minimizing the impact of disasters and ensuring communities are prepared and resilient.

What are the most common challenges faced by disaster emergency management project managers during large-scale incidents?

Disaster Emergency Management Project Managers often encounter challenges such as coordinating multiple agencies, managing limited resources, and maintaining clear communication under pressure. During large-scale incidents, they must adapt quickly to evolving situations, ensuring all team members are aligned and that response plans are updated as new information emerges. Balancing the immediate needs with long-term recovery planning requires strong organizational skills and the ability to remain calm in high-stress environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a disaster emergency management project manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Disaster Emergency Management Project Manager, you need expertise in emergency planning, risk assessment, and project management, typically supported by a degree in emergency management or a related field. Familiarity with incident command systems (ICS), GIS software, and certifications like FEMA or PMP are often required. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills help coordinate teams and stakeholders under pressure. These skills ensure effective disaster response, minimize risks, and facilitate efficient recovery efforts.

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Infographic showing various Disaster Emergency Management Project Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,024 per year, or $49.5 per hour.

Emergency Management Project Manager

Tallahassee, FL • On-site

WSP
Civil Engineering Construction • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 10 days ago

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8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description


This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Emergency Management Project Manager to join our Emergency Management Team. This position will work out of our Tallahassee, FL office. Be involved with our Federal Programs Team and a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.
Your Impact
  • Supporting Emergency Management (preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery) projects, operations, and emergency management staff.
  • Support response missions by deploying in response to natural disasters. Deployment site location could be in any 50 US states or US territory.
  • Support Emergency Management strategic business development pursuits.
  • Support Strategic Initiatives within the Emergency Management Practice.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or equivalent.
  • Relevant experience may be taken into consideration in lieu of education.
  • 7-10 years experience in Emergency/Disaster/Crisis management.
  • Ability to deploy with little to no advance notice (24-48 hours), and up to 30 days at a time. While deployed, there is the potential to work 8-12 hours/day up to 7 days a week.
  • Advanced knowledge of Emergency management principles, including but not limited to Emergency Preparedness, Mitigation, Response and Recovery operations.
  • Proven leadership, staff supervision and management skills.
  • Travel to client/project sites in support of disaster preparedness and response projects.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Solid Microsoft 365 skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Masters Degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or similar/related concentration.
  • Prior experience with the Florida Division of Emergency Management.
  • Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) registration.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) registration.
  • Master Exercise Practitioner (MEP) registration.
  • Previous experience in government entities and/or military.

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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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