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Job Description
AECOM is seeking a Public Information Officer to join our Project Management Team (PMT) for the SR 400 roadway construction project. This role is pivotal in crafting and implementing community awareness strategies and liaising with clients, the general public, media outlets, and public officials. The candidate will lead communications efforts, focusing on customer service and addressing public concerns. Responsibilities also include planning and executing public meetings and special events, with potential involvement in business development activities such as marketing initiatives, proposal preparation, and presentations. AECOM is representing GDOT, overseeing the Developer during the design and construction phase of the SR 400 roadway project from Q3 2024 through 2030.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement the Public Involvement Coordination Plan (PICP).
Create public information materials (fact sheets, FAQs, website content, newsletters) in line with the P3 Division Style Guide.
Draft responses to public inquiries.
Support Stakeholder Outreach meetings, ensuring the Developer provides necessary materials (PowerPoint presentations, handouts, talking points).
Coordinate with local governments and schools on project developments.
Represent GDOT's PMT at public events (open houses, stakeholder meetings, groundbreaking ceremonies, ribbon cuttings).
Ensure the Developer complies with the PICP and project document obligations, verifying the accuracy and quality of materials before distribution.
Oversee the Developer's public communications submissions through the Project Management Controls System (PMCS).
Verify the accuracy of Traffic Impact Alerts in coordination with the PMT Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Lead and obtain GDOT approvals.
Participate in PMT internal meetings, providing updates on public involvement activities and receiving direction on PICP submissions.
Attend internal public involvement task force meetings and progress meetings, addressing any outstanding items.
Ensure the submission and accuracy of the Public Information and Communication Monthly Report.
Implement the P3 Division Style Guide.
Manage support staff assisting with project communications.
Qualifications
Minimum:
Preferred:
Experience in public relations, communications, and media relations.
DOT public communication experience.
Public relations and governmental communication experience.
Additional Information
Relocation is not an option for this position
Visa support is not an option for this position
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $85,000.00 - $125,000.00.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program 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 absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10112716
Business Line: Transportation
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: East
Career Area: Program & Project Management
Work Location Model: On-Site
Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
