Stakeholder Engagement Officer

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

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a dedicated Stakeholder Professional to enhance community engagement and communication strategies in tunneling construction. This role involves supporting senior management, managing local stakeholder relationships, and ensuring effective communication with the community. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, possess excellent writing skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office and social media. Join a team that values respect, partnership, and sustainability, and contribute to impactful projects that drive progress and innovation. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of construction while promoting a healthy work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in stakeholder management and community engagement.
• Strong communication skills with a focus on detail and quality.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Engagement Manager in developing communication strategies.
• Liaise with stakeholders to assess impacts of design and construction activities.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Community Engagement

Communications Support

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Office

Social Media

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 organized with excellent attention to detail, including good writing and grammar skills
• Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft packages and social media

STRABAG - More than just a construction company

Your contribution to our company

• Support the Senior Engagement Manager in the development & implementation of 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 third-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 orders, 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 provide support for community events
• Work closely with the Project team to support the development of 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’s corporate design and branding on the project and in the 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 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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