Public Relation Coordinator

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure consulting firm based in Dubai seeks a professional to enhance project visibility through effective public relations and community engagement strategies. This role involves aligning PR activities with project milestones, managing media inquiries, and organizing events. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and experience in public relations, ensuring a positive public image for the organization. Comprehensive benefits and a collaborative work environment are offered.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Flexible work options

Training and development programs

Responsibilities

• Align PR activities with project milestones.
• Prepare visual content including photos and videos.
• Ensure positive representation of the organization.
• Manage public concerns and complaints.
• Draft responses for issues affecting public image.
• Organize site tours and client inspections.
• Support planning of community meetings.
• Prepare PR reports highlighting key issues.
• Develop project brochures and promotional materials.
• Prepare internal communications for project staff.
• Support management in drafts of speeches and statements.
• Manage media inquiries and coordinate official statements.

Job description

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of 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 around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

• Work closely with the project manager and communications team to align PR activities with project milestones.
• Support preparation of visual content including project photos, videos, and social media materials (if applicable).
• Ensure transparency, professionalism, and positive representation of the organization and project at all times.
• Assist in managing public concerns, complaints, or negative publicity in coordination with project leadership.
• Prepare drafted responses and communication strategies for potential issues affecting the project’s public image.
• Maintain communication readiness for emergencies or incidents as per project communication protocols.
• Organize site tours, VIP visits, and client inspections in coordination with the HSE and project teams.
• Support planning and execution of project-related events and community meetings.
• Ensure all events comply with company protocols, branding guidelines, and safety procedures.
• Maintain up-to-date records of communication materials, approvals, media coverage, and stakeholder correspondences.
• Prepare weekly or monthly PR reports highlighting activities, key issues, and upcoming communication tasks.
• Coordinate the development of project brochures, progress reports, and promotional materials.
• Prepare internal circulars, memos, and communication materials for project staff.
• Support senior management in drafting speeches, presentations, and official statements.
• Maintain consistent branding and messaging across all communication channels.
• Manage media inquiries and coordinate interviews, site visits, and official statements.
• Assist in preparing communication materials for media coverage, including advertisements, articles, and project updates.

Additional Information

About AECOM

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, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public‑ and private‑sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects – both in your local community and on a global scale – that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting‑edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award‑winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community – where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.