Senior Public Engagement & Stakeholder Leader

Duke Energy; Whiteville (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Relocation assistance provided

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Duke Energy in North Carolina is seeking a Sr. Public Engagement Manager to lead external engagement for major infrastructure projects. You will develop and execute project-specific engagement plans, coordinate with government and community relations, and report on progress throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires independent work, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders across a matrixed organization. Hybrid work arrangement with some travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Three (3) years minimum related experience with bachelor's degree
• High school diploma/GED with seven (7) years related experience as alternative

Responsibilities

• Create and implement custom project-specific external engagement plans aligned to milestones.
• Coordinate proactive outreach for projects affecting customers and the public.
• Prepare and coordinate external communications, responses, and tracking of inquiries.
• Align with project management and business units for milestone coordination.
• Maintain relationships with Government and Community Relations to engage local communities.
• Approve letters, collateral, and presentations with corporate communications.
• Initiate calls and visits with customers as needed.
• Monitor inquiries, maintain project documentation and reporting.
• Lead public information meetings and participate in hearings as required.

Skills

Presentation skills

Facilitation

Strategic advising

Stakeholder management

Project management

Change management

Leadership

Customer service

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma/GED + 7 years related experience

Job description

Duke Energy in North Carolina is seeking a Sr. Public Engagement Manager to lead external engagement for major infrastructure projects. You will develop and execute project-specific engagement plans, coordinate with government and community relations, and report on progress throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires independent work, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders across a matrixed organization. Hybrid work arrangement with some travel.