Public Engagement and Communications Specialist

What We're Looking For Join us at HNTB! We are seeking a Public Engagement and Communications Specialist to help support transportation infrastructure projects through comprehensive public involvement. Our department is a dynamic and exciting place to work, with countless opportunities for growth and development. From iconic architecture and complex bridges to efficient highways and digital infrastructure solutions, our collaborative approach and commitment to technical excellence drive us to build a better future for our clients, communities and ourselves. At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
What You’ll Do:

Research data sources, gathers data, and conducts analysis of data for use in projects.
Identifies planning and analysis strategies using tools such as GIS, traffic, or safety software to manipulate data, assess scenarios and perform project analysis.
Investigates and evaluates the planning processes and technical solutions that best meet the project needs.
Coordinates internally and externally with project team members, including other discipline areas involved with the project.
Prepares maps, exhibits, and presentation materials for projects.
Conducts research on issues, policies, and concepts pertaining to planning.
Assists in the development of conceptual planning alternatives for urban and transportation planning projects.
Drafts sections of and performs tasks related to the preparation and production of plans, studies, reports, and environmental documents for transportation and infrastructure projects.
May participate in public process and stakeholder facilitation.
Performs other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need:

Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Engineering or related field and 2 years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Engineering or related field and 1 year of relevant experience
Primary focus will include:

Supporting transportation infrastructure projects through comprehensive public involvement
Supporting outreach activities including public meetings, stakeholder briefings, open houses, and other in-person events.
Developing content include presentations, flyers, website updates, email blasts, social media posts, talking points, and other written materials.
Maintaining detailed records including meeting notes and documenting correspondence with members of the public, stakeholders, and government entities.
Developing robust public and stakeholder involvement plans to guide outreach activities.
Assisting with a variety of technology platforms to correspond with the public and develop and edit content including the Public Involvement Management Application (PIMA) as well as Adobe, Microsoft, and ArcGIS tools.
Preferred qualifications and skills:

Previous work experience in transportation, public outreach, or planning through an internship or prior employment
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Locations: Boston, MA
The approximate pay range for Massachusetts is $79,688.15 - $119,532.23.
Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position based on all selected locations within the state at the time of posting.
Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.
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At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don’t have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB’s spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities.
Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value. When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.
Equal Opportunity Employer HNTB is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law.
We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.
Work Authorization In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).
Verification of employment eligibility will be required.
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