Managing Consultant, Strategic Communications, Stakeholder Engagement

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of strategic communications and stakeholder engagement programs
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, shaping strategy on high-visibility projects
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to deliver integrated, results-focused solutions
• Influence business growth through client development, marketing initiatives, and proposal leadership
• Champion innovative, equitable communications strategies that reflect diverse stakeholder needs
• Manage client relationships, project teams, budgets, and timelines
• Design and implement public consultation programs (in-person and virtual)
• Develop integrated communication materials (fact sheets, websites, newsletters, reports, etc.)
• Drive media relations strategy and execution
• Analyze stakeholder insights and trends to inform client strategies
• Facilitate meetings, workshops, and community engagement events
• Oversee social risk assessments tied to capital projects, M&A, and permitting efforts
• Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative, technology-enabled communication solutions
• Support business development through proposals, networking, and industry engagement
• Coordinate subcontractors and internal resources to ensure seamless project delivery

• 4–6+ years of experience in public affairs, PR, communications, or related field (consulting or agency preferred)
• Proven experience managing projects, client relationships, budgets, and teams
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills across diverse audiences
• Expertise in stakeholder engagement, public consultation programs, and communications strategy
• Exceptional writing and editing skills (AP style proficiency preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Willingness and ability to travel
• 8+ years of relevant experience (preferred)
• Background in energy, environmental, or infrastructure sectors (preferred)
• Experience with social risk analysis, monitoring, and reporting (preferred)
• Media relations and crisis communications experience (preferred)
• Exposure to Environmental Justice initiatives (preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public affairs, journalism, or related field (or equivalent experience) (preferred)