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Bond Campaign and Communications Lead

Triangle, Grand Rapids, MI, United States


Triangle Associates, Inc. is seeking a strategic, community-minded communicator to join our team as a Bond Campaign & Communications Lead . This role is ideal for a communications professional who thrives at the intersection of public engagement, strategy, and storytelling — and who wants to make a meaningful impact in schools and communities. About the Role As our Bond Campaign & Communications Lead, you’ll partner with school districts, municipalities, and civic clients to guide complex, community-facing initiatives. You’ll help translate facilities planning, funding strategies, and construction programs into clear, compelling narratives that build trust and community understanding. This role blends: Bond campaign strategy Strategic communications Proposal and pursuit messaging You’ll contribute both externally (supporting clients and community initiatives) and internally (strengthening Triangle’s messaging and proposals). What You’ll Do Bond Campaign Strategy & Public Engagement Develop communication strategies for bond programs and civic initiatives Craft voter-facing messaging, FAQs, and presentations Facilitate community meetings and stakeholder forums Anticipate concerns and shape clear, transparent responses Strategic Communications Serve as a communications partner throughout planning and construction lifecycles Produce board updates, public materials, and engagement tools Help monitor and respond to community sentiment Guide tone, sequencing, and clarity in public-facing messaging Proposal & Messaging Support Contribute to RFP responses and interviews Translate technical planning and construction information into accessible language Develop compelling executive summaries and project narratives Strengthen Triangle’s storytelling across pursuits and active projects What You Bring 5+ years of experience in communications, public engagement, or public-sector outreach is required Prior experience in the construction or architectural industry is highly preferred Exceptional writing skills and polished, client-ready content development Experience leading public meetings or stakeholder forums Ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, accessible language Preferred Experience with school districts, municipalities, or public agencies Bond campaign experience Background in journalism, PR, or strategic communications Familiarity with capital planning or facilities projects Who You Are Strategic thinker Confident facilitator with strong interpersonal presence Emotionally intelligent and attuned to community dynamics Organized and adaptable, able to manage multiple initiatives Interested in growing into broader leadership responsibilities #J-18808-Ljbffr