Communications/Public Information Specialist

Job Description

Why join us?  

It’s an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of making sure that our clients and employees, feel this purpose every day. AtkinsRéalis is proud of our company culture that promotes, diversity, equity and inclusion. Our company ethos include collaboration through the connection of people, data and technology. We are a global firm, who leverages having employees located throughout the world, creating valuable partnerships and doing our part to make this planet and its people, thrive.  We need energetic, passionate and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis! 

We are seeking a Communications/Public Information Specialist to join our Atlanta, GA office.   

About Us  

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy. 

How will you contribute to the team?  

• Manage public outreach teams on conventional and unconventional projects. Coordinates, plans, organizes, and directs public outreach efforts and programs for a client or a business unit of the firm.
• Plans and organizes the public outreach efforts of major projects.
• Coordinates staff to ensure project office operates according to the contract with client.
• Identifies public outreach project goals and makes recommendations to the client of the best means to address the needs.
• Coordinates and participates in government briefings and project presentations to external groups.
• Organizes/manages project information files and coordinates the interchange of project outreach information with the client and among project team members.
• Produces and coordinates project publications, brochures, newsletters, web information and materials; meets with the client to determine key messages and themes.
• Develops and implements individual project Public Outreach Plans in coordination with the client.
• Produces and distributes daily, weekly and monthly reports on public outreach efforts.
• May supervise the work of support staff.
• Performs such other duties determined necessary by the Supervisor.
• Complexity - Applies professional expertise and project management experience to manage public outreach teams on conventional and unconventional projects. Assignments at this level typically involve routine projects, characterized by challenging client/agency demands or complex project coordination.
• Consistently exercises independent judgment and initiative in planning and executing programs. Working under direction, receives approval on public outreach strategies and general direction as to unusual problems.
• Interfaces with technical managers, senior technical professionals and project team members.
• Represents the organization to clients, regulatory agencies and the general public. Maintains contact and visibility within professional, civic, and other organizations to promote the firm.

What will you contribute?  

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Three or more years of professional related experience involving public relations, public outreach and other related areas.
• Knowledge of public relations and public involvement techniques and strategies.
• knowledge of media relations strategies
• Ability to write and oversee the design of promotional and informational materials.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with the media, employees, managers, citizens, appointed and elected officials.
• Ability to work in a team environment and to work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to make persuasive public presentations; ability to listen and respond to citizens and other customers on a variety of issues.
• Computer proficiency is required.
• General Competencies expected of all Professionals and Managers are as follows: Client Service, Commitment, Communication, Innovation & Continuous Improvement, Professionalism, Quality, and Teamwork.
• Ability to operate computer keyboard. Ability to file and retrieve documents.
• Local travel m