Communications Specialist--Transportation Engineering

Morreale Communications•Lisle, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Communications Specialist supports client, technical, project and creative teams in the development and execution of communications deliverables. Responsibilities may include assisting with content development and/or review for internal and external audiences, as well as supporting education and training programs designed to engage diverse stakeholders across both traditional and emerging channels. The Communications Specialist is a strong written and verbal communicator who is eager to learn how to translate complex technical information into clear, concise and accessible messaging. They contribute to the development of high-quality deliverables by supporting content review, occasional creation, editing and formatting, while ensuring accuracy and alignment with client objectives. In this role, the Communications Specialist assists with project management by helping to track timelines, monitor deliverables and maintain organization across multiple workstreams. They work collaboratively with internal staff, external project partners, as well as clients and client teams to support successful project execution and are proactive in following up on tasks and next steps. The Communications Specialist partners with internal staff and external project partners to support client engagement efforts and help communicate project goals and benefits. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized and a strong collaborator, with the ability to support multiple, concurrent priorities and contribute effectively in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Requirements

2-4 years professional experience in project management or communications for/within the transportation or engineering industries
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, both on deliverables and with project partners
Ability to convey complex, technical topics in a clear and concise manner
Ability to adjust communication style to appropriately meet the needs of a variety of audiences
Skilled at working with minimal supervision on high-profile projects
Experience in supporting project teams while balancing multiple initiatives concurrently
Bachelor’s degree required, with a preferential focus in engineering, communications, urban planning or related field
Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel to client offices and events
Must be able to work onsite in Lisle, IL a minimum of three days, per week

Nice To Haves

Maintain high standards for work quality and the overall client experience
Thrive in a client-embedded environment, serving as a support point of contact
Demonstrate resourcefulness and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues with agility
Be eager to learn from and collaborate with, as well as provide input to, those they work with to create a collaborative environment and continue evolving to best support the team and client
Exhibit a high level of professionalism
Build trust and instill confidence with clients through actions, words, attitude and outlook
Be a solutions-oriented problem-solver

Responsibilities

Support delivery of high-quality work by assisting with project tasks, ensuring deliverables are accurate, organized and completed on time
Communicate with internal staff, external project partners and clients via email, virtual meetings and in-person interactions to share updates and support team coordination
Assist in developing, editing and formatting reports about client infrastructure for a range of stakeholders, including engineers, legislators and the public
Support the development and review of technical content presentations by partnering with engineering teams to translate information into digestible content
Format criteria and specification manuals and assist with uploading to client websites, as needed
Coordinate logistics and provide support for technical training sessions, including scheduling, materials preparation and day-of facilitation
Assist with outreach and execution of events and technical workshops for engineers and industry partners
Support event planning, including advance preparation and on-site coordination during events
Help gather feedback and measure attendee satisfaction to support continuous improvement efforts
Assist with tracking project timelines and deliverables, and escalate potential issues to internal team to ensure projects stay on track
Attend and support in-person client meetings, events, and functions