Communications Sr. Associate / Project Manager

Environmental Communications Associate Principal Locations: Oakland, Orange County, or San Jose

Our client is growing and looking for people to grow with them! As leaders in their field, they've been providing environmental and communication consulting services on some of the most dynamic projects in California. Each member of the team is highly skilled, passionate, and dedicated to creating innovative solutions to complex issues and building a better future for communities.

They offer a competitive benefits package, hybrid work environment, and a culture that embraces flexibility, mentorship, professional development, and work-life balance. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to grow professionally while making a positive impact in communities.

Role Summary: You are a full-time Director ready to join the team & help lead the practice in either the Oakland or Orange office (open to San Jose as well). You are a client-focused leader with experience in community engagement, public communications, and campaigns across a variety of topics, including transportation, sustainability, infrastructure, and land use planning. You possess strong leadership skills enabling your team towards project success. You have experience spearheading business development and proposal efforts.

Key Responsibilities: Lead projects focused on community engagement and public communications.

Provide strategic communication and develop public information materials.

Manage client relationships and contribute to business development efforts.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.

Participate in new business opportunities by seeking new work and assisting with proposal development.

Spearhead new business opportunities by seeking new work and leading proposal development.

Requirements: Degree in communications, journalism, or related field

12+ years of experience in the communications field within the Environmental, Transportation, Infrastructure, or Construction fields.

Demonstrated experience in developing new business opportunities by seeking new work and developing proposals.

Solid background and understanding in providing strategic communication

Accomplished writer of business and public information materials

Client service orientated

Strong client management and development skills

Effective, efficient project management skills

Effective marketing skills

Strong communication and presentation skills, as well as knowledge and understanding of the application of social media

Strong planning and organization skills

High quality product and service delivery

Team leadership, motivation, and delegation skills

Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects

Proficient in MS Office

Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Travel during workday, at nights, and on weekends to public meetings and events, typically 1-2 times per month

Physical demands include ability to lift and carry meeting and event supplies up to 20 pounds, typically to and from vehicle and event location

Salary Range: $150,000+

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