Community Engagement Specialist

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**Job Description** AECOM** is seeking an energetic, passionate, self-motivated **Community Engagement and Communication Specialist**to join our team of community engagement, communication, graphic design, facilitation and web design specialists. This is a permanent full-time position. This position will report to the Manager, Community Engagement & Communication and can be based at any of our offices in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

As part of the Environment Business Line, in the Impact Assessment and Permitting Group, on the Community Engagement and Communications Team, you'll be responsible for helping to drive forward our ambitious plans to enhance our service offering through your work with a close-knit team of engineering specialists, professionals, and technical staff. This position is accountable for driving, planning and carrying out community engagement and communication plans, working collaboratively with specialist teams as part of environmental assessment (EA), impact assessment and permitting processes, and contributing to the development of our strategic community engagement and communication practice.

Imagine working on rewarding projects within a diverse culture, and having access to exceptional career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team, working with award-winning professionals across Canada. Aspire to be a key player on some of the best projects regionally, with opportunities to work on projects nationally. Our people bring deep industry knowledge to help you succeed.

**Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to**:

- Working with multi-disciplinary teams and project managers to deliver strategic community engagement and communication for construction, environmental assessments, transit and infrastructure development projects;
- Planning and coordinating project activities, including engagement activities and tactics, notifications, and public/ Indigenous community meetings;
- Developing communication materials including key messages, FAQs, presentations, notices, story boards, and discussion guides Evaluating the effectiveness of engagement programs and services;
- Coordinating contracts, budgets, commitments, expenditures, invoices and project performance;
- Supporting the growth of the community engagement portfolio through the development of project proposals and other business development activities;
- Support the development of digital media and website development activities, including writing content for social media and websites;
- Plan and execute in-person and virtual meetings, including in some instances door-to-door canvassing;
- Assisting with internal and external document control and project records; and,
- Supporting the project compliance with Safety, Health and Environmental requirements and coordination of AECOM’s quality control program.

**Qualifications** Minimum Qualifications**:

- A degree or professional designation in a relevant field (e.g., communications, environmental planning) is preferred, but proven practical experience is essential.
- At least 4 years of experience in a similar role within the public or private sectors.
- Professional writing experience, including plain language, AODA compliance, web content, and internal/external communications.
- A solid understanding of project management concepts and processes.
- A valid Class G driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Minimum of 6 years of experience in construction communications (preferred).
- Experience in government relations, media relations, public relations, community relations, stakeholder analysis, and facilitation.
- Experience engaging with Indigenous communities and conducting socio-economic studies.
- Proficiency with tools such as Adobe Suite, WordPress, SurveyMonkey, Engagement HQ, Social Pinpoint, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and WebEx.
- Experience in the construction industry.
- Multilingual abilities (e.g., French, Chinese, Urdu, Polish).
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