Communications & Engagement Specialist

CIMAs Earth and Environment team have adopted sustainability as a core value and prioritize the environmental social and economic benefits of every project. Our engineers and certified technicians have the detailed knowledge of local conditions to provide the full range of environmental services for clients in both the public and private sectors. We have the skills to execute complex environmental projects but we also integrate green solutions into every infrastructure building transportation and energy project we undertake. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic innovative and collaborative environment where youll make a real impact. Together well push boundaries and go above whats expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

Our CIMA B&A team has an exciting opportunity for a Communications & Engagement Specialist to join them in the Downtown Calgary office. CIMA B&A combines its recognized expertise in planning design and community engagement with the breadth of CIMAs engineering and consulting services. This creates unique opportunities for our employees to work on impactful projects that shape communities across Canada. By joining our team you will benefit from B&As creativity and collaborative spirit along with the scale resources and growth potential offered by CIMA one of the countrys leading multidisciplinary firms.

The Communications & Engagement Specialist supports the development and delivery of clear thoughtful and inclusive communications and engagement programs for a diverse range of projects and clients. This early-career role supports your professional growth and offers many opportunities to build hands-on experience in project communications public and stakeholder engagement event coordination and feedback analysis. Working collaboratively with senior team members and interdisciplinary project teams the Specialist contributes to high-quality practical and responsive communications and engagement solutions that serve a wide range of clients and project types.

Responsibilities:

• Supports the development and implementation of communications and engagement strategies plans schedules and materials that respond to project needs and align with project milestones and approval schedules under the supervision of senior team members.
• Prepares edits and coordinates written content for project websites e-newsletters mailouts information packages social media media releases and advisories key messages presentations and other project communications.
• Translates technical and project information into clear accessible and audience-appropriate content.
• Assists with the planning logistics and delivery of engagement activities including workshops open houses small-format meetings stakeholder interviews and online outreach.
• Participates in public and stakeholder meetings and supports communications on technical or sensitive projects interacting professionally and empathetically with community members clients project partners elected officials regulators media and other audiences.
• Supports facilitation by preparing materials documenting discussions and helping create inclusive and productive engagement environments.
• Tracks organizes and analyzes stakeholder feedback and contributes to consultation records engagement summaries reports responses recommendations and mitigation strategies.
• Conducts research to support communications engagement audience analysis and project planning.
• Supports media monitoring media materials responses to inquiries and project reputation matters under the guidance of senior team members.

Supports internal and external corporate communications proposals and business development materials and collaborates across disciplines on diverse projects and service

Qualifications :

• 1 to 2 years of experience in communications public relations public engagement facilitation community relations community building or a related field.
• Degree or diploma in Public Relations Communications Journalism Marketing or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience preparing clear written materials for a variety of audiences and translating technical information into accessible language.
• Experience supporting communications and engagement strategies events workshops meetings or other public and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Strong writing editing research analytical and verbal communication skills.
• Professional and empathetic communication skills strong organization and attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating in an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Experience supporting inclusive engagement with diverse or underrepresented communities is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with media releases and advisories media inquiries media monitoring and reputational communications is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Canadian government institutions municipal planning land use approval processes Indigenous engagement and consultation or official consultation record-keeping is considered an asset.
• Membership training or certification with IAP2 IABC CPRS or a similar professional organization is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite WordPress Mailchimp Hootsuite SurveyMonkey media monitoring platforms and Microsoft Office 365 is considered an asset.
• Integrity team spirit and a commitment to excellence 

At CIMA we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value but dont meet all the job requirements We invite you to apply because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success. 

CIMA B&A Studios is one of Canadas leading planning design and engagement consultancies and integrates into one of Canadas largest privately-owned engineering and consulting firms. Together we offer an unmatched multidisciplinary platform that connects urban design planning engineering and engagement under one collaborative network.

Joining our team means:

• Working in a studio environment that values creativity inclusivity and curiosity.
• Collaborating with professionals across Canada on projects that shape communities of all sizes.
• Contributing to projects that matter from transformative policy to vibrant urban redevelopments to forward-thinking new communities.
• The opportunity to influence and grow in a design studio entering its next exciting phase of evolution.
• Enjoying a workplace that offers flexible work arrangements competitive compensation professional development support and a culture rooted in collaboration and respect.

 Why choose CIMA Because we offer you:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all eligible employees
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Additional Information :

At CIMA we recognize the richness and diversity of each individuals experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidates experience skills and qualifications while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidates profile.

CIMA uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However this score is not used to screen assess or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates regardless of their identity (race ethnicity colour religion gender age disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression socio-economic status or background etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity we encourage all applications including but not limited to those from women Indigenous people people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible. Accommodations are available in accordance with CIMAs policies. If you require an accommodation please let us know. 

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time