Site Inspector

About the Role

AECOM’s Disaster Recovery Division is seeking a Site Inspector to join our team to develop our On-Call Cadre. The cadre is designed to build a roster of qualified candidates for temporary assignments. Placement is not immediate and will occur based on operational need. Site Inspectors will support FEMA Public Assistance (PA) disaster recovery operations by performing field inspections and damage assessments. This position requires the ability to work in rapidly changing environments and travel to disaster-affected areas. Candidates must be willing and available to deploy on short notice, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform site inspections and damage assessments of disaster-affected areas.
• Document damages through photographs, measurements, notes, and inspection reports.
• Verify damages, quantities, dimensions, and scope of work for eligibility.
• Create detailed written damage reports documenting damages to support FEMA PA project applications and generate reports, maps, and photo markups to supplement site inspection documentation.
• Ensure program policies and procedures are adhered to and that inspections and documentation comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Coordinate and communicate with internal teams and external stakeholders such as clients, disaster-affected persons, and contractors.
• Maintain professionalism and strong customer service while working with disaster-affected communities.
• Conduct assessments and site inspections utilizing damage assessment technologies, site inspection tools, grant management software, and Microsoft Office Suite to document findings, track project information, and support program reporting requirements.
• Complete or demonstrate ability to complete FEMA PA site inspector training.
• Ensure all safety requirements are met during site inspections.

Requirements

• High School diploma and 2+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid US driver’s license and ability to travel to work sites.
• Willingness and availability to deploy on short notice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understands and can interpret scopes of work, site plans, and construction documents.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and extended hours as needed.
• Ability to travel and deploy on short notice.
• Ability to work outdoors and navigate disaster-affected areas while wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills.
• Familiarity with federal disaster recovery programs and funding sources, such as the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.
• Emergency management or safety-related certifications are preferred.
• Knowledge of Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance (FEMA PA), Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), and the California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) funding.
• Experience supporting large-scale disaster response and recovery.

Pay

The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $23 to $33 per hour.

Benefits

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, AD&D, and disability benefits.
• Paid time off, leaves of absence.
• Voluntary benefits and perks.
• Flexible work options and well-being resources.
• Employee assistance program.
• Business travel insurance.
• Service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. We are a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers, and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact. As a Fortune 500 firm, AECOM had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Our work spans water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings sectors.

What makes AECOM a great place to work:

• Opportunities to work on groundbreaking projects locally and globally.
• Award-winning training and development programs to expand technical expertise and leadership skills.
• A welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration, and community.
• Cutting-edge technology and a network of experts to support your work.

Relocation assistance is not available for this role. Sponsorship is not offered now or in the future.