Community Engagement Manager

AECOM is seeking a passionate senior community engagement and communications professional in the role of Community Engagement Manager to join our team and help deliver large complex infrastructure projects across the DFW Metroplex and around the nation. The professional selected for this key role will work collaboratively with AECOMs client and specialist teams and be accountable for leading engagement and communications tasks while managing scope schedule budget and quality.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Setting the strategic direction creating and implementing Stakeholder/Community Engagement and Communications Plans then leading the management and execution of activities for client projects and programs.
• Utilizing industry best practices and methodologies to develop detailed solutions to complex project program or client challenges.
• Overseeing production quality control and approvals of all client engagement and communications material deliverables. 
• Leading public and stakeholder engagement activities and tactics including inperson and virtual workshops advisory committees community meetings and public open houses.
• Providing guidance into issues and reputational risk management for clients. 
• Identifying and mapping key stakeholders for client projects along with associated outreach strategies.
• Evaluating results of community engagement and public involvement activities in line with client and project objectives.
• Leading client communications and developing relationships with key contacts. 
• Managing multiple project teams along with direct reports. 
• Drives the growth of community engagement and communications services and assists with identification of new business opportunities.
• Contributing to the growth of community engagement and communications client services and assisting with large proposals.
• Identifying new business opportunities and understanding market trends as well as client drivers.
• Serving as a Community Engagement subject matter expert internally within the organization.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8 years of relevant experience in a stakeholder management and/or communications management position including experience on large infrastructure programs.
• 15 years of professional experience in a communications community engagement or stakeholder management position.
• 5  years of professional experience working on large infrastructure projects or programs.
• Able to demonstrate sound knowledge understanding and experience of managing complex stakeholder relationships and establishing effective communications strategies in an operational and public-facing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in managing small teams (2-5 people) to implement effective communications community engagement and stakeholder management plans.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate meetings / workshops with groups of stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills; this role requires continuous interaction with program and team leaders client management and the public.
• Experience with government relations media relations public relations stakeholder analysis and facilitation.

Additional Information :

• Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time