Senior Communications Specialist

Why Join Us?

It’s an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the U.S. 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 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 Senior Communications Specialist to join our Moving I-4 Forward team in Orlando, FL to assist in internal and external communications surrounding the Moving I-4 Forward effort. In this position, you will assist the Strategic Communications Manager with internal and external communications, public information, and community outreach. The Senior Communications Specialist may supervise and function as a mentor to junior professionals on the team to assist in their development. As the largest transportation program in Florida, the Moving I-4 Forward initiative is not only poised to transform a critical corridor in the Sunshine State but to also reshape the transportation industry’s approach to delivery. Whether innovating new ways to collaborate with industry partners or investing in workforce development, Moving I-4 Forward is boldly leading the way for Florida’s transportation future. By joining our team, you, too, can lead the evolution on an industry. This position will work with an interdisciplinary group of professionals out of client offices in Celebration, FL.

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?  

• Assist the Strategic Communications Manager in the development and execution of strategic communications plans that advance the Moving I-4 Forward program’s goals and objectives.

• Manage internal and external communications regarding the Moving I-4 Forward Program including the drafting of press releases, newsletters, fact sheets, talking points, public service announcements, social media content, FAQs, and other public information materials.

• Supervise and mentor junior level staff.

• Collaborate with other disciplines to align communication strategies with overall program objectives.

• Lead the coordination and implementation of special events including public meetings, open houses, groundbreakings, ribbon cuttings, and project tours.

• Oversee the design of a variety of communication materials including project displays, flyers, brochures, newsletters, presentations, and maps.

• Track and analyze the effectiveness of communication efforts through metrics and feedback.

• Coordinate with vendors and other partners for the production of communication collateral.

What will you contribute?

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relocation, 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 or English/Portuguese is highly desirable.

• Ability to respond quickly to company and client needs.

• Flexibility and outstanding work ethic.

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis:

AtkinsRéalis realizes that health, mental and financial wellbeing, are all equally needed to achieve balance in life. We are pleased to offer a robust rewards package that help our employees have peace of mind in and outside of work. 

Our benefit offerings address all of the areas that are part of living a healthy life.  We recognize that what is important to people, continues to change. Some of our other benefits to ensure our employees feel supported, include continuing to offer health and dental coverage and a full list below. Our culture is one of providing support and training for our employees to thrive. We offer learning and development programs, training, career pathing opportunities, and a tuition reimbursement plan. At AtkinsRéalis, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:

• Competitive salary

• Flexible work schedules

• Group Insurance

• PTO plus two Floating Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity)

• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• An inclusive culture of Employee Resources Groups centered around women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity and Emerging Professionals

• A Foundation that is employee-funded with a 2-to-1 match from the company providing STEAM education for minorities from K-12 to college.

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace.  EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disability.

Please review AtkinsRéalis Equal Opportunity Statement here:

https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/equal-opportunities-statement

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By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice. 

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws.

Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:

In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.  https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies

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