Senior Strategic Communications & Public Involvement Lead

WSP in the U.S.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Senior Communications and Public Involvement Manager to lead strategic communications and public outreach for transportation and infrastructure projects across Georgia. You will manage client relationships, coordinate project teams, and drive business development, while guiding public meetings, stakeholder briefings, and risk communication.

This role supports national efforts and requires a proven track record in translating complex technical information into

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Planning or a related field.
• 10+ years of communications and public involvement experience.
• Proven success leading programs for transportation and infrastructure in Georgia.
• Experience managing client relationships and advising public-sector agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic communications and public involvement initiatives.
• Manage client relationships and project teams.
• Drive business development and cross-team collaboration.
• Oversee public meetings, workshops, and stakeholder briefings.
• Provide strategic advice on community relations and risk mitigation.
• Develop and deliver effective project communications materials.

Skills

Strategic communications

Public involvement

Stakeholder management

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Business development

Public meetings

Crisis communications

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Planning or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

WSP USA in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Senior Communications and Public Involvement Manager to lead strategic communications and public outreach for transportation and infrastructure projects across Georgia. You will manage client relationships, coordinate project teams, and drive business development, while guiding public meetings, stakeholder briefings, and risk communication.

This role supports national efforts and requires a proven track record in translating complex technical information into