Environmental Projects Public Involvement Lead

Burns & McDonnell; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Staff Public Involvement Specialist. This role requires extensive communication and outreach services for large-scale projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree with 4 years of strategic communication experience or a Master's with 3 years. Responsibilities include public relations activities, strategic outreach plan development, and supporting client engagement. The position demands strong media-relations skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 4 years of strategic communication experience required, or 3 years with a Master's.
• Experience with engineering or construction projects is a plus.
• Electric or gas utility-focused experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform public involvement and public relations for capital projects.
• Develop public involvement strategy and coordinate event logistics.
• Implement outreach plans including public meetings and surveys.
• Support established public outreach goals and develop project publications.

Skills

Communication skills

Media-relations

Proposal writing

Social media content development

Analytical and problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in communications or related field

Master's Degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A leading engineering firm located in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Staff Public Involvement Specialist. This role requires extensive communication and outreach services for large-scale projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree with 4 years of strategic communication experience or a Master's with 3 years. Responsibilities include public relations activities, strategic outreach plan development, and supporting client engagement. The position demands strong media-relations skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.