Senior Project Manager - Strategic Communications & Outreach

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for a Senior Project Manager - Strategic Communications & Outreach in the Atlanta, Georgia (GA) office! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will have a strategic mindset and a passion for leading large public outreach/public involvement programs. Their focus will include leading community and stakeholder engagement activities, as well as managing aspects of infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will also play a role in business development and growing and mentoring a team. 

• Facilitate the growth of a strategic communications team
• Identify new opportunities and clients
• Leverage internal and external relationships to implement strategic communications and outreach initiatives
• Collaborate with practice teams and support practice to develop a sustainable staffing support plan
• Mentor and train team members to support the growth of the strategic communications team
• Monitor and prepare responses to public inquiries

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in communications and/or outreach with infrastructure, transportation, or other complex projects
• Bachelors or Master Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Affairs, Planning, Government Relations, or related field
• Exceptional command of English, with excellent written/oral communication and proofing skills. Experience writing for multiple audiences and presenting technical concepts in a clear and concise structure
• Excellent people skills include communicating, listening, and summarizing information, documenting interactions, and problem-solving or reducing conflicts
• Ability to interface with a variety of clients and the public
• Experience with the development and implementation of public outreach and or communications plans

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

 

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.