Environment Advocacy Communications Consultant

AECOM; Gurugram District; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure

Career development

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

AECOM's India based Enterprise Capabilities team is expanding its Stakeholder Engagement practice to support UK and international infrastructure projects. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary experts, map stakeholders, and help deliver engagement outcomes across transportation, energy and urban development sectors.

You will gain exposure to international best practices and opportunities to grow within a globally recognised consultancy while working in a hybrid environment that supports

Qualifications

• Experience in stakeholder engagement, communications, public affairs, consultation or related disciplines.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to simplify complex information.
• Enjoy working in a collaborative, international environment.
• Interest in infrastructure, transportation, urban development, energy or major capital projects.
• Proactive, adaptable; able to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret stakeholder feedback and insights.
• Value inclusion and meaningful community participation in projects.

Responsibilities

• Support development of communications strategy and delivery plans for major infrastructure projects.
• Develop themes, core messages and collateral for diverse audiences and stakeholders.
• Identify key stakeholders and establish an engagement strategy and delivery plans.
• Plan and deliver events, both physical and virtual, with logistics and Q&As.
• Liaise with internal and external clients and provide timely reporting.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communications

Public affairs

Consultation

Community relations

Public policy

Social impact

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

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

Join AECOM's Environment consulting practice and play a vital role in shaping some of the world's most significant infrastructure and development programmes.

Based in India, you will work directly with UK and international project teams, helping deliver engagement and consultation strategies for transformational projects across transportation, energy, water, urban development and major infrastructure. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary experts and contribute to projects that improve communities, support sustainable development and influence how major investments are delivered.

This is a unique opportunity to develop specialist expertise in stakeholder engagement and public consultation within a global environment, gaining exposure to international best practices, complex infrastructure programmes, and high-profile clients while building a rewarding long-term career with AECOM.

At AECOM, you'll be empowered to work alongside industry-leading professionals, contribute ideas that make an impact, and help create better outcomes for people and communities around the world.

Start Here. Grow Here.

AECOM's Enterprise Capabilities team in India is expanding its Stakeholder Engagement practice to support a growing portfolio of UK and international infrastructure projects.

We are seeking a proactive and communication-driven professional who is passionate about helping organizations connect meaningfully with stakeholders, communities, clients and decision-makers. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex projects, influence engagement outcomes, and develop expertise in a highly valued and growing discipline within the global infrastructure sector.

What You'll Gain

• Direct exposure to major UK and international infrastructure programmes
• Opportunity to work alongside engagement, planning, environmental and technical specialists
• Structured career development within a globally recognized consultancy
• International project experience without relocation requirements
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment focused on professional growth
• Exposure to innovative digital engagement tools, consultation techniques and communication strategies

Here’s what you’ll do:

Communications

• Support the development of communications strategy and delivery plans for major infrastructure projects, including Infrastructure Consent projects and DCOs primarily in the UK
• Developing themes, core messages and collateral for multiple audiences and stakeholders, including digital users, the media, local communities, statutory bodies, technical groups, and elected representatives
• Identifying creative ways to communicate complex ideas to a wide audience
• Managing communications channels and engaging directly with local communities

Engagement and consultation

• Identifying and mapping key stakeholders for client projects, and establishing an engagement strategy and delivery plans
• Supporting consultation delivery, developing surveys, managing stakeholder feedback channels and analysing consultation responses
• Planning and delivery of events, both physical and virtual, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all attendees, delivering logistics, developing tailored materials, developing Q&As and briefing colleagues

Client relations

• Liaising with internal and external clients, ensuring a high level of customer service and ensuring accurate, timely reporting.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

You’ll be successful in this role if you:

• Have experience in stakeholder engagement, communications, public affairs, consultation, community relations, corporate communications, public policy, social impact or related disciplines.
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify complex information for diverse audiences.
• Enjoy working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary and international environment.
• Have an interest in infrastructure, transportation, urban development, energy, environmental services or major capital projects.
• Are proactive, adaptable and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret stakeholder feedback and identify key insights.
• Value inclusion, accessibility and meaningful community participation in project delivery.
• Hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Communications, Public Policy, Political Science, Sociology, Social Sciences, Public Relations, Geography, Planning, Business, or a related discipline or an equivalent number of years of successful, relevant experience.

Preferred

• Experience supporting infrastructure, transportation, energy, utilities, environmental or urban development projects.
• Exposure to UK, European or international projects.
• Experience with stakeholder mapping, consultation delivery, survey design, communications planning.

Why Join AECOM?

At AECOM, you'll be part of one of the world's leading infrastructure consulting firms, working on projects that shape cities, connect communities and support sustainable growth.

You’ll gain global exposure, access to industry-leading expertise, career mobility across disciplines and regions, and opportunities to contribute to projects that leave a lasting positive impact on society.

Whether you're looking to deepen your stakeholder engagement expertise or build a long-term consulting career, AECOM provides the platform, scale and opportunities to help you grow.

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.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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 2025. 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.

Work Location Model

Hybrid