Wsp In The U.S.
Provides engineering, design, and consulting services in various sectors including infrastructure and energy.
Senior consultant leading communications and public outreach for infrastructure projects.
13 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Topeka, KS
Office Full-Time
Company Size
50,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Consulting
Engineering
Project Management
Design
Architecture
Construction services
Technical Services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences
Chemicals
Food and Beverages
Process Energy
Aerospace
Consumer Products
Power Generation and Delivery
Role
Description
media monitoring
social media
content development
public outreach
stakeholder engagement
graphic design
- Monitor, archive and escalate media coverage of project issues
- Build strong relationships with clients and assist with business development activities
- Serve as a key communications and outreach consultant on infrastructure projects, including electric transmission line and roadway projects
- Research and possibly respond to a variety of client, stakeholder, or media requests in a timely manner
- Implement strategic social media outreach plans including the research, writing and vetting of various posts (X, Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
- Develop and implement strategic messages that educate the community on the purpose, need, benefits and perceived impacts of projects and programs
- Work closely with project teams and clients on communications alignment with client priorities and program messaging
- Analyze the effectiveness of outreach campaigns, including website and social media content
- Serve as liaison between projects and the community
- Respond to public inquiries and escalated stakeholder issues
- Coordinate and participate in virtual and in-person public meetings and community events as assigned
- Develop news releases, brochures, fact sheets, media alerts and other collateral for the public and media
- Implement effective public outreach strategies for infrastructure projects
- Direct and coordinate the work of support services such as graphic design, website development, videography, and photography
- Research and write content for a variety of communication channels, including websites, social media, talking points, presentations, marketing materials and media notifications
- Take initiative and ownership of public involvement tasks to develop effective strategies that solicit feedback and input from the public
- Participate in external project, agency, and community meetings to provide community engagement updates and help identify public involvement issues
- Coordinate development of project deliverables and public outreach according to project schedules
Requirements
bachelor's
microsoft office
social media
5-7 years
communications
infrastructure
- Local candidates preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in communications or a related field
- Ability to understand and translate complex, technical information into easy-to-understand, accessible content for public consumption
- Ability to work effectively with teams and demonstrate initiative to lead tasks
- Candidate must be able to immediately work in the United States on a full-time permanent basis.
- Social media experience for community outreach campaigns
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to help de-escalate and mitigate community concerns
- Communications/public involvement experience with energy infrastructure projects
- Proven experience writing content for fact sheets, websites, social media, and/or media releases
- Outstanding oral, written and interpersonal communications skills
- 5-7 years of communications and community engagement experience
- Deadline driven with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Previous experience working on infrastructure projects with a cross-discipline team
- Superior organizational and time management skills with a high attention to detail
- Ability to work beyond standard business hours on some nights and weekends
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability to work well with the public and interact effectively with all organizational levels, including senior management
- Interact in a clear and concise manner with a variety of diverse internal and external audiences
- Previous experience with elected officials, stakeholders, and news media communication
- Previous experience with planning public meetings
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
- A global leader in engineering services, WSP has a strong presence in the U.S., offering innovative solutions.
- Specializes in large-scale infrastructure projects, energy solutions, and advanced building designs.
- Has successfully managed some of the most high-profile transportation, civil engineering, and environmental projects.
- Excels in integrating sustainability and technology into the design and delivery of projects, creating long-term value.
- The company is involved in projects across various sectors, with an emphasis on creating sustainable, resilient communities.
- WSP's approach blends cutting-edge technologies with industry expertise to shape cities, transport networks, and the environment.
Culture + Values
- Be a solution‑driven advisor with outstanding expertise
- Always be the first choice for clients, partners and employees
- INNOVATIVE
- TRUSTWORTHY
- UNITED
- PASSIONATE
- CARING
Environment + Sustainability
60% reduction
GHG emissions target
Reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030.
30% reduction
Scope 3 emissions target
Reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2030.
90% reduction
Long-term GHG target
Reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 2040.
100% renewable
Electricity sourcing target
Goal to achieve 100% renewable electricity by 2030.
- Joined SEI SE 2050 Commitment to reduce embodied carbon in structural projects by 2050.
- U.S. operations achieved carbon neutrality in Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 business travel emissions since 2019.
- Emissions reduction strategy deploys energy efficiency, renewables, low-carbon materials, fleet optimization, value-chain engagement, and carbon removals (offsets limited to ≤ 10%).
- SBTi-approved science-based targets aligned with a 1.5 °C pathway.
Inclusion & Diversity
- U.S. workforce development programs aimed at addressing under‑represented groups
- Committed to broad recruitment and development programs supporting diverse talent pipelines
- No publicly disclosed gender‑specific headcount or leadership percentages available