Graduates in Community Development​/Social Science

Graduate Stakeholder Engagement Advisor – Farrans Construction

This role will provide support to the stakeholder engagement and delivery teams during the pre‑construction and construction stages of the project. You will assist in the preparation and review of stakeholder engagement materials and documentation, support the planning and delivery of engagement, consultation, and communication activities for SPA infrastructure and non‑infrastructure projects. You will help maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and communities, support the planning and consenting process and proactively minimise complaints.

• Engage with stakeholders across authorities, statutory/non‑statutory bodies, communities, and partners.
• Develop and deliver project‑specific stakeholder engagement activities.
• Identify, map, and categorize stakeholders by influence, interest, and impact.
• Use stakeholder‑management tools (CRM, GIS) to track engagement.
• Organise and support consultations (workshops, exhibitions, virtual events, site visits).
• Prepare reports and monitor stakeholder feedback and sentiment, flagging issues.
• Collaborate with technical leads to resolve stakeholder concerns and build relationships with communities, businesses, and public sector partners.
• Track and report on community involvement and outreach initiatives, including STEM support.
• Drive continuous improvement in Health & Safety, ensuring inductions, audits, compliance, and safe practices.
• Maintain a zero‑accident culture by using safety monitoring equipment, reporting near misses, and improving H&S procedures with the team.

• Degree in a relevant subject (e.g., communications, geography, environment, social sciences).
• Experience (including placements/internships) in stakeholder or community engagement and/or working on a major infrastructure project.
• Understanding of engagement and consultation best practice.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non‑technical and external audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners.
• Strong organisational skill and attention to detail.

With over 80 years of industry excellence, Farrans boasts more than 45 active site locations and offices across Ireland, Scotland, and England. We take on projects ranging from £5 m to £300 m, spanning both construction and civil markets. Joining us as a Graduate offers a bespoke career pathway through our in‑house Learning & Development division and a tailored programme to suit your ambitions.

• Seniority level:
  Internship
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Education and Training
• Industry: Construction