Senior Communications Specialist

Job Description

Why join us?  

It’s an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company's 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 includes 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 Public Information Specialist to join our Lake City, FL 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?  

• Coordinates, plans, organizes, and directs public outreach efforts and programs for the client (Florida Department of Transportation, District Two).
• 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 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.

What will you contribute?  

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, or related field from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Eight 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.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, managers, citizens, and appointed and elected officials.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with citizens and other concerned parties on a variety of issues.
• Ability to understand and implement communication policies and practices, style guides, and brand standards.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in standard computer software.
• English/Spanish is highly desirable.
• Ability to respond quickly to company and client needs.
• Flexibility and outstanding work ethic.

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis: