Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Project Manager
Core
Lead client-facing communications and public engagement initiatives for complex projects involving communities, permitting, and regulatory requirements.
Role type
Senior IC Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Project Manager
Builds
Client partnerships and successful project delivery across multiple industries
Domain
Consulting / Public Affairs / Community Relations
Required skills
Project management, stakeholder engagement, strategic communications, public speaking, facilitation, budget management, schedule management, client relationship management, document preparation, travel management
Preferred skills
Experience in energy/utilities/infrastructure sectors, community consultation background, multidisciplinary team leadership, Master's degree, PMP or similar certification
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Lead multiple client projects from scope development through completion, managing work plans, budgets, schedules, staffing, deliverables, and client expectations. Serve as the primary day-to-day client contact, providing regular updates, responding to inquiries, identifying emerging needs, and resolving issues proactively. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to align project requirements, messaging, responsibilities, and timelines. Monitor project progress and financial performance, track decisions and action items, and recommend adjustments to scope, staffing, schedules, or budgets when needed. Develop and implement communications and stakeholder engagement strategies tailored to project objectives, local conditions, audiences, and potential risks. Plan and facilitate public meetings, community open houses, workshops, interviews, and other stakeholder engagement activities. Create audience-appropriate communications materials, including engagement plans, presentations, FAQs, talking points, public notices, written updates, and meeting summaries. Participate in business development through client meetings, presentations, industry events, and relationship-building activities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
