Public Relations Specialist jobs in Norfolk, VA

Responsibilities

Allan Myers is seeking a Public Relations Specialist to support large-scale transportation projects. This position will be responsible for working with project teams and clients to develop communications products such as fact sheets, talking points, presentations, social media, and website posts, etc. The position will represent the company and the project to a variety of stakeholders at formal and informal meetings and presentations. This role requires a combination of public relations, communications, problem solving and analytical skills, collaboration and teamwork, and client relationship building/management skills. The successful candidate will have a high attention to detail and demonstrate excellence in oral and written communications. A writing sample will be a requirement of the interview process. 

Responsibilities: 

• Drafts press releases, progress updates, newsletters, email blasts, social posts and website updates 
• Builds and maintains relationships with stakeholders, including liaising with the project owner 
• Coordinates and oversees advertising and PR campaigns 
• Ensures all communication is cohesive and follows project owner requirements 
• Attends regular meetings with project team, project owner and other stakeholders 
• Tracks and analyzes media inquiries and stakeholder engagement 
• Logs and responds to all public inquiries, complaints, and damage claims in a timely manner  
• Other duties as assigned by Project Manager or Communications Team  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or related field 
• 2-4 years of experience in public relations or corporate communications 
• Strong oral and written communication skills 
• Excellent organization skills 
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively 
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and execute successful public relations campaigns 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 

This is an onsite position reporting to Norfolk office with local travel within Hampton Roads expected.

Overview

Our Company Does Work That Matters

Allan Myers is the largest heavy civil construction and materials production contractor in the mid-Atlantic. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long-lasting positive impact on the community. When you get home safe each night, you know that what you did that day matters.

At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.

Allan Myers 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 or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.