Public Outreach Specialist at K&A Engineering Consulting in Augusta, ME | USD100,000-110,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

outreach planning

communication plans

stakeholder engagement

relationship management

guidance implementation

strategic messaging

Work with Public Outreach Team members to ensure a consistent, strategic, and proactive approach to project outreach and communications.
Develop and implement standard communication plans to be utilized when working with state and local government representatives, and regulatory agencies to ensure project objectives and deliverables are met without disruption or delay.
Anticipate and interpret the Company and customer requirements to set strategic direction related to public outreach plans and standardization of Project organization processes and procedures related to communications strategies and messaging during the planning, design, permitting and construction process.
Utilize advanced problem identification and resolution and relationship building skills to direct project enabling quick decision making and strategic, proactive implementation of action plans.
Leverage strong relationships with municipalities, state entities, and customers in order to foster consistent communication between the Project teams and affected parties.
Provide outreach guidance and best practices implementation to Project Teams across our customer’s utility

Requirements

communication

bachelor's

3+ years

driver's license

travel

microsoft office

Strong communications skills, particularly writing and public speaking
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in communications, environmental sciences, journalism, marketing, or related degree.
Have at least three (3) years of practical experience in journalism, communications, marketing, environmental permitting, construction communications, or related experience.
Hold a valid U.S. state driver’s license and in good standing
Willing to travel within the operating company’s service area in your state. May require occasional travel to other states.
A firm grasp of Microsoft Office communications programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Provides innovative engineering solutions across multiple sectors.
Delivers customized, practical solutions in energy, infrastructure, utilities, and transportation.
Works on projects such as large-scale energy infrastructure, transportation systems, and water resource management.
Specializes in complex designs and high-efficiency engineering services.
Known for addressing current engineering challenges and forecasting future needs and trends.

Culture + Values

5 days

Workweek Standard

The company maintains a standard 5-day workweek to support work-life balance.

4 times

Monthly Connections

Fosters community through ‘Coffee Connections’ initiatives held 4 times a month.

Big Firm Abilities, Small Firm Agility
Delivering excellence through consistent quality and teamwork
Safety as a core value—‘safety is number one priority’ with OSHA certifications, defensive driving, and hazard communication training
Employee-first organization valuing knowledge, learning, connection, collaboration
Promotes a culture of 'can do attitude' and 'say‑do' ratio with project deadlines and quality
Rewards and Recognition through regular programs, awards, and bonuses
Supports work–life balance via generous PTO
K&A Cares – employee-driven community service, e.g., solar panel donations, food packaging, trail cleanups
Continuous learning and development via company-sponsored tuition reimbursement, industry workshops, conferences

Environment + Sustainability

>25M annual revenue growth

Renewable Energy Contracts

Secured major contracts such as USAID SURE II and CMP interconnection support, contributing to significant revenue growth in 2020.

Designed energy engineering solutions to enhance quality of life, with a growing focus on clean and alternative energy projects.
Engineered and donated solar panels to power a rural Nepal health and birthing center.
Embedded safety, health, environment & quality (SHEQ) into core operations.
No stated net-zero target publicly available.

Inclusion & Diversity

Nationally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
Commits to zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment, or racism toward any employee, client, or the public
Actively seeks diverse talent via immigration-friendly hiring processes
In benefits: publicly states 'will remain committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture'
No publicly available gender-related demographic statistics

Articles

Licensing and Permitting Services

Power Generation Services

Technology Solutions

Field Services

Transmission Engineering Services

About K&A

Role

Description

outreach planning

communication plans

stakeholder engagement

relationship management

guidance implementation

strategic messaging

Work with Public Outreach Team members to ensure a consistent, strategic, and proactive approach to project outreach and communications.
Develop and implement standard communication plans to be utilized when working with state and local government representatives, and regulatory agencies to ensure project objectives and deliverables are met without disruption or delay.
Anticipate and interpret the Company and customer requirements to set strategic direction related to public outreach plans and standardization of Project organization processes and procedures related to communications strategies and messaging during the planning, design, permitting and construction process.
Utilize advanced problem identification and resolution and relationship building skills to direct project enabling quick decision making and strategic, proactive implementation of action plans.
Leverage strong relationships with municipalities, state entities, and customers in order to foster consistent communication between the Project teams and affected parties.
Provide outreach guidance and best practices implementation to Project Teams across our customer’s utility

Requirements

communication

bachelor's

3+ years

driver's license

travel

microsoft office

Strong communications skills, particularly writing and public speaking
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in communications, environmental sciences, journalism, marketing, or related degree.
Have at least three (3) years of practical experience in journalism, communications, marketing, environmental permitting, construction communications, or related experience.
Hold a valid U.S. state driver’s license and in good standing
Willing to travel within the operating company’s service area in your state. May require occasional travel to other states.
A firm grasp of Microsoft Office communications programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Provides innovative engineering solutions across multiple sectors.
Delivers customized, practical solutions in energy, infrastructure, utilities, and transportation.
Works on projects such as large-scale energy infrastructure, transportation systems, and water resource management.
Specializes in complex designs and high-efficiency engineering services.
Known for addressing current engineering challenges and forecasting future needs and trends.

Culture + Values

5 days

Workweek Standard

The company maintains a standard 5-day workweek to support work-life balance.

4 times

Monthly Connections

Fosters community through ‘Coffee Connections’ initiatives held 4 times a month.

Big Firm Abilities, Small Firm Agility
Delivering excellence through consistent quality and teamwork
Safety as a core value—‘safety is number one priority’ with OSHA certifications, defensive driving, and hazard communication training
Employee-first organization valuing knowledge, learning, connection, collaboration
Promotes a culture of 'can do attitude' and 'say‑do' ratio with project deadlines and quality
Rewards and Recognition through regular programs, awards, and bonuses
Supports work–life balance via generous PTO
K&A Cares – employee-driven community service, e.g., solar panel donations, food packaging, trail cleanups
Continuous learning and development via company-sponsored tuition reimbursement, industry workshops, conferences

Environment + Sustainability

>25M annual revenue growth

Renewable Energy Contracts

Secured major contracts such as USAID SURE II and CMP interconnection support, contributing to significant revenue growth in 2020.

Designed energy engineering solutions to enhance quality of life, with a growing focus on clean and alternative energy projects.
Engineered and donated solar panels to power a rural Nepal health and birthing center.
Embedded safety, health, environment & quality (SHEQ) into core operations.
No stated net-zero target publicly available.

Inclusion & Diversity

Nationally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
Commits to zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment, or racism toward any employee, client, or the public
Actively seeks diverse talent via immigration-friendly hiring processes
In benefits: publicly states 'will remain committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture'
No publicly available gender-related demographic statistics

Articles

Licensing and Permitting Services

Power Generation Services

Technology Solutions

Field Services

Transmission Engineering Services

About K&A