Community Engagement Specialist II

AECOM's West Region Strategic Communications Group is looking for a Community Engagement Specialist II to assist on public involvement and community outreach projects. This will be a hybrid position based in St. Louis, MO.

Job Responsibilities:

• Engages and informs stakeholders, communities, and residents on public or private projects in-person and/or virtually, or through written materials.
• Collaborates with Project Managers on strategies, best practices, and potential risks associated with engaging stakeholders for input on projects.
• Contributes to the development of communications strategies and delivery plans.
• Develops themes, core messages and collateral for multiple audiences and stakeholders, including digital users, the media, local communities, statutory bodies, technical groups, and elected representatives.
• Identifies and maps key stakeholders and social profiles for client projects.
• Implements engagement strategy and communications plans, including meeting organization and facilitation.
• Oversees logistics for public events and meetings as well as evaluating and selecting venues and vendors.
• Develops presentations for meetings with various stakeholders within a client’s brand guidelines.
• Provides acute attention to detail in the development and tracking of stakeholder and public communications.
• Manages stakeholder and community feedback and monitors communications channels. 
• Drafts content for e-newsletters, surveys, stakeholder communication, fact sheet and exhibit content, and other materials as needed for QC review by the Project Manager.
• Coordinates with other AECOM staff to prepare graphic displays and layouts for public information.
• Prepares summary reports for documentation of stakeholder meetings and public events, to include analyzing public feedback and writing up engagement findings. 
• Communicates with clients, as needed.
• Exercises sound judgment when communicating with internal and/or external clients or customers.
• Works on community engagement and communication activities and campaigns with little supervision and within budget. 
• Other tasks as directed by the client directly and/or Project Manager to support public involvement during the planning and construction phases for projects underway in the community.

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS + 2 YORE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in communications with 2 + years of Public Relations and/or Community Engagement experience. 
• Experience working in or supporting the transportation engineering/construction industry.
• Experience with or enthusiasm for learning new tools that enhance virtual collaboration and communication with stakeholders and the public for surveys, focus groups, websites, social media, etc.
• Familiarity with the Adobe suite of tools and ability to assist in the preparation of graphics and layouts when needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively work with various departments and levels within company.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

• No relocation offered with this opportunity.
• Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future

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 2025. 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.