Robert Smith
Mobile,WA
Summary
Dynamic Independent Inspector with expertise in risk assessment and regulatory compliance. Experience in comprehensive assessments of residential and commercial properties. Adept at identifying safety hazards, code violations and in detailed reporting of damages. Customer oriented and passionate about promoting client trust through meticulous inspections and clear communication
In addition 20 plus years construction experience in the U.S Army.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FEMA Inspector
FEMA
04.2011 - 10.2025
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of disaster-affected properties to assess damage and determine eligibility for federal assistance on over 1000 facilities.
- Collaborated with local agencies to facilitate timely responses and ensure compliance with FEMA guidelines.
- Reviewed documentation and reports for accuracy, ensuring all data met regulatory standards and facilitated aid distribution over 1000.
- Developed detailed inspection reports outlining findings, recommendations, and action plans for recovery efforts over 1000.
- Assessed damaged structures for potential hazard risks, enabling prompt evacuation or remediation efforts when necessary.
- Coordinated with clients to resolve discrepancies in claims, fostering transparent communication throughout the process.
- Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.
- Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
- Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
- Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans to develop damage estimates for over 100 totally destroyed buildings by fire.
- Re-inspected commercial and residential constructions which previously failed inspections.
Independent Adjuster
D & D Appraisal
06.2005 - 05.2011
- Evaluated claims for accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards average of 8 claims per day.
- Conducted thorough investigations to determine liability and damages
- Collaborated with policyholders, contractors, and legal teams to resolve disputes
- Documented findings in detailed reports for insurance company review
- Ensured regulatory compliance in handling claims by adhering to state laws, insurance policies, and company guidelines.
- Increased accuracy in estimates by utilizing industry-standard software tools for calculating repair costs based on collected data.
- Kept electronic claim files properly documented with accurate, clear and timely information and reports reflecting adjustment activities and substantiating any payments made.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry trends and best practices through continuous professional development opportunities such as training sessions or certifications courses.
- Traveled to on-site locations of loss on scheduled or sudden notice, addressing phone-recorded statements, securing photos and measurements and documenting scope of property damage.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate damage and provided cost estimates for remediation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics
Central Texas College
Killeen, TXSkills
- Hazard mitigation
- Data collection
- Excellent communication
- Technical report writing
- Quality assurance
- Risk assessment
- Environmental compliance
- Building codes
- Infrastructure inspection
- Damage evaluation
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved complex rebuilding mitigation measures which led to a more resilient facilities in the event of a similar diaster.
- Supervised team of 30 staff members.
Certification
- VITTA Basic Commercial Inspector Course
- FEMA Qualified Inspector and Trainer
- Disaster Restoration Estimation Specialist Course
- FEMA Qualified Cost Estimating Specialist
Timeline
FEMA Inspector
FEMA
04.2011 - 10.2025
Independent Adjuster
D & D Appraisal
06.2005 - 05.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics
Central Texas College