a06 project communications officer.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Construction Communications Support:

   • Provide communication strategies specifically for road construction projects, ensuring alignment with project goals.
   • Transition communication strategies from the construction phase to project planning and delivery, adapting materials and outreach as needed.

2. Stakeholder Engagement:

   • Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including government bodies, local communities, and contractors.
   • Manage community outreach, ensuring that communication is clear and transparent throughout the lifecycle of road construction and planning projects.

3. Content Creation:

   • Write and contribute to communication materials such as media releases, executive correspondence, speeches, and fact sheets for both internal and external stakeholders.
   • Ensure all communication aligns with organizational goals, construction project timelines, and public service values.

4. Risk Assessment and Issue Management:

   • Identify potential communication risks during the transition from construction to planning, proactively managing issues as they arise.
   • Develop mitigation strategies to ensure clear and timely communication.

5. Government Relations:

   • Build strong working relationships with local, state, and federal agencies, advocating for construction project needs.
   • Engage with government consultations and public forums to ensure smooth project delivery and community support.

6. Customer and Public Engagement:

   • Tailor communication strategies to engage the community effectively during both construction and planning phases.
   • Manage community outreach efforts, including public meetings, information campaigns, and digital communication (websites, emails).

7. Team Collaboration and Leadership:

   • Collaborate with the communications team and project teams to align messaging and ensure timely delivery of communication outputs.
   • Provide guidance and mentoring to junior team members, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Key Selection Criteria:

1. Background in Construction Communications:

   • Proven experience in communications within the construction sector, particularly related to road construction projects and the transition from construction to planning stages.

2. Organizational and Time Management Skills:

   • Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality communication materials.

3. Customer-Focused:

   • Ability to engage with and tailor communication strategies to meet the needs of local communities, stakeholders, and government agencies.

4. Exceptional Communication Skills:

   • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in producing executive-level correspondence and media content for diverse audiences.

5. Resilience and Problem Solving:

   • Ability to stay calm and effectively manage challenges, particularly in high-pressure environments common to construction projects.

6. Public Service Values:

   • A strong understanding of public service ethics, professionalism, and integrity, with a commitment to upholding government codes of conduct.

7. Stakeholder Engagement Experience:

   • Proven experience in stakeholder engagement in the construction or road infrastructure sector, including managing communication during both the construction and planning phases.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.