Stakeholder Engagement Officer

STRABAG SE; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ambitious Stakeholder professional to join their team in tunnelling construction. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of community engagement and stakeholder management. You will work closely with senior management to develop and implement effective communication strategies, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable practices and drive positive change in the community while working in a supportive and innovative environment. If you are passionate about making a difference, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in stakeholder management and community engagement.
• Strong communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Engagement Manager in stakeholder engagement strategy.
• Liaise with stakeholders to assess design impact on communities.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Community Engagement

Communications Support

Attention to Detail

Writing and Grammar Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Social Media Knowledge

Job description

If you are an ambitious Stakeholder professional looking for a new challenge in tunnelling construction and would like to help shape the future of STRABAG, then please read the below job description.

What matters to us

• Communications, Community Engagement or Marketing Experience
• Experience in providing communications support to senior management level
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and capable of building strong working relationships
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail, including good writing and grammar skills
• Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft packages and social media

Your contribution to our company

• Support the Senior Engagement Manager in developing & implementing the project Communications and Stakeholder Engagement strategy, and be responsible for the local stakeholder management plans for key stakeholders and community engagement, ensuring coordination and quality control of all communications
• Assist the Senior Engagement Manager in ensuring the project works are carried out in accordance with relevant U&As and other 3rd Party Agreements and within specified timescales, including collaborating with others (e.g., The Client and Contractors) to deliver consistency and ‘Best for Programme’ outcomes
• Work as part of the Community Engagement team to ensure consistency of information to stakeholders, the client, and the wider community
• Work closely with the UK Communications team to keep them updated and informed of all forthcoming stakeholder and engagement activities and any potential reputational issues
• Liaison with stakeholders and the Project team for the assessment of the impact of design and construction activities on consents and agreement order, local community representatives and stakeholders, and to assist in the development of alternative methods or other solutions to stakeholder issues throughout the life of the project
• Development and implementation of local communication and engagement, event and visit plans, and support for community events
• Work closely with the Project team to develop a schedule of construction information for the client, wider community, and internal/external stakeholders
• Draft letters and newsletters for local communities and stakeholders and arrange distribution
• Attend regular liaison meetings with project colleagues, the client, and other contractors to ensure sharing of best practices, innovation, and continuous improvement. Share these stories with the communications team and client for external (press, social media, website, etc.) and internal communication channels (newsletter, intranet, magazine, etc.)
• Assist in managing proactive and reactive press and stakeholder enquiries
• Monitor and record the Company’s media coverage on the project and local/regional area
• Drive the promotion of and protect the Company brand. Oversee and monitor the use of the Company corporate design and branding on the project and local/regional area
• Act as deputy for the Engagement Manager (or equivalent) as required

What you stand to gain

We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset – the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our 'People. Planet. Progress.' strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward – with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.

This happens after the successful application process:

1. Screening of applications – careful review and evaluation of submitted documents
2. Decision on whether to invite an applicant to an interview
3. Getting to know the candidate in a virtual or personal setting – the number of interviews may vary depending on the position
4. Welcome to STRABAG SE – clarifying the offer and final details regarding the candidate’s entry

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