CDBG-DR Project Manager

Position Summary:
The CDBG-DR Project Manager collaborates with our clients & firm leadership to manage Tidal Basin’s portfolio of large-scale disaster recovery projects funded through the Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program. The focus includes disaster recovery, storm and flood water management, economic recovery, mitigation, housing, and resiliency. Billable work and travel are required for this role.
Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage a team to achieve successful project outcomes within the assigned portfolio.
• Lead the implementation of large-scale CDBG-DR funded programs as directed.
• Develop cost projections and resource allocation plans for projects, overseeing projects to ensure timely and budget-compliant completion.
• Monitor production schedules and metrics on a weekly basis.
• Review contract documents and contribute input comments during negotiations related to scope of work, budget, and operational terms.
• Track contract requirements and hold project management teams accountable for deliverables and overall scope compliance.
• Proactively identify project risks and collaborate with the Program Manager for resolution.
• Provide superior client support, assisting with conflict resolution as needed.
• Closely monitor contract budgets, develop staffing and cost projections, and manage estimate-to-completion and profit bid margins.
• Support resource management across the business unit portfolio by understanding team members’ skill sets.
• Attend networking events, maintain relationships with partner firms, and liaise with subcontractors or prime contractors.
• Oversee project staff, communicate with executive teams, and ensure company goals are met.
• Achieve portfolio accounts receivable and invoicing goals.
• Perform quality control throughout project development.
• Lead capture calls, client presentations, and business development meetings, providing subject matter expertise on Tidal Basin’s services.
• Negotiate scope split, pricing, and other operationally relevant terms in collaboration with TB Legal.
• Lead proposal responses, identify strategic teaming partners, and review work products.
• Represent Tidal Basin as a CDBG-DR subject matter expert in high-level management meetings and client interactions.
• Attend conferences and speaking engagements.

Skills and Related Requirements:

• Strong understanding of federal regulations and compliance requirements related to CDBG-DR.
• Proven ability to develop and manage project budgets and resource allocation plans.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to identify and mitigate project risks.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Public Policy/Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years in federal, state, or local program/project management, with a focus on HUD CDBG, CDBG-DR, CDBG-MIT, or other federally-funded large-scale grant programs.
• 8+ years of CDBG-DR specific major project management experience.
• 7+ years of management experience.
• Extensive experience managing large CDBG-DR implementation projects.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Upon hire, secondary employment and other employment restrictions must be disclosed and approved.
Tidal Basin Holdco, LLC, and its subsidiaries and affiliated companies, which includes Rising Phoenix Management Group, are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer