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AECOM Communications Specialist IV in San Francisco, California
Company Description
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Job Description
AECOM's West Region Strategic Communications Group is looking for a full time senior Strategic Communications Specialist IV to lead agency-level messaging strategy and content creation efforts for our AECOM office in San Francisco, CA.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Serving as Strategic Communications lead for the project’s technical consulting teams.
Communicating directly with client as a lead worker.
Collaborating with Design and Construction Project Managers and office management staff on tasks requiring strategic communications activities.
Creating communications plans and helping the project team strategize on best practices and risk communications.
Assisting the client with implementation of public communication campaigns and strategies.
Exercising sound judgment when communicating with internal and/or external clients or customers.
Developing presentations for meetings with various stakeholders within a client’s brand guidelines.
Writing content and guiding the preparation of documents and materials for use in communications efforts targeted to community outreach, and major stakeholders like fact sheets, FAQs, PowerPoints, e-newsletters and emails.
Coordinating with other AECOM and client staff to prepare graphic displays and layouts for informational materials.
Providing acute attention to detail in the development and tracking of stakeholder communications and materials.
Providing guidance and quality control on materials produced by technical or agency staff members.
Assisting clients with media outreach as appropriate
Other tasks as directed by the client to support strategic communications during infrastructure projects underway in the community.xcel, PowerPoint.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- BA/BS + 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency and/or education.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in communications or a related field, plus 4 years of strategic communications or public relations experience.
Experience leading strategic communications tasks on large infrastructure projects.
Experience working with government agencies in and around the San Francisco, CA market
Ability to understand technical project information, develop a messaging and content strategy related to that information, and oversee the tasks within that strategy to execution.
Familiarity with the Adobe suite of tools
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively work with various departments within the company as well as clients.
Expert level skills with Microsoft Applications such as MS Word, E
Additional Information
No relocation is available for this role.
No sponsorship is available for this role.
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $151,840.00 - $162,240.00.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10128060
Business Line: Water
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: West
Career Area: Marketing & Communications
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc