The Civil Engineering Academy Podcast CEA - Flood Insurance, Certifications, and Helping the Community with Jared Coleman
Wondering what a career in Water Resources looks like? 🤔 Then this episode is for you! Today, I interview Jared Coleman, a Water Resources engineer and a CFM who’s worked in both the private and public sectors. He dives into what you can expect from each, how to choose one, as well as the CFM credential and the work he does in floodplain management with it. If you ever wondered how to get this credential you’ll want to listen to this one, for sure. 😉
Tune in to Learn:
What his current work as a Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) look like
What the CFM Certification is (and how it fills in the 4-year gap between the FE and PE)
How to become a CFM (plus a resource that helps you breeze through that)
Common issues with project submittals in flood-prone areas
Working for private vs public companies: the pros and cons you should consider
The biggest challenge in sustainable urban development today
A brand new sustainability measure being implemented in Water Resources right now
A secret method to pass the FE and PE exams building on the topics you're good at
Should you take the PE Environmental Exam as a civil engineer in Water Resources?
His top tip for young civil engineers starting out to "find themselves" in the field
What organizations can you join as a CFM or a civil engineer in Water Resources?
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Resources Mentioned:
Certified Floodplain Manager Credential
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
City of AuroraColorado Association of Floodplain Managers
American Society of Civil Engineers
Connect With Jared:
LinkedInjcoleman@auroragov.org
CEA Exam Prep Resources:
Certified Floodplain Manager Review Course
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