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Senior Communications Specialist

Orlando, Florida, United States of America

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to join our Public Outreach team in Orlando, FL to be a part of Florida's most innovative transportation initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to translate cutting-edge, complex concepts into clear, compelling messages for stakeholders, partners, and the public. From strategic storytelling to event coordination, you'll play a key role in elevating high-profile programs that are redefining how Floridians move. This is a senior delivery role with strategic capability, designed for a seasoned communications professional who excels at client service and who can navigate complex stakeholder dynamics and deliver polished execution. If you're energized by innovation and impact, and thrive in a fast-moving environment, this is your opportunity to be part of a program that's transforming transportation in the Sunshine State.

Your role

  • Develop and implement integrated communications strategies that support organization and client goals and key initiatives.
  • Translate strategy into actionable plans, timelines, and deliverables, prioritizing work, coordinating inputs, managing approvals, and ensuring quality.
  • Craft clear and compelling messaging, talking points, and other documents that articulate project objectives; skilled at turning technical material into clear, accessible communications for non-technical audiences.
  • Identify proactive storytelling opportunities and develop and manage calendars for campaigns, announcements, social media and digital content.
  • Coordinate production of photos graphics, video, and other multimedia assets with both internal and external teams.
  • Ensure brand and message consistency across all communications.
  • Create high-quality written content including press releases, media advisories, web copy, social media content, newsletters, digital campaigns, etc.
  • Develop executive-ready materials including key messages, talking points, briefings, FAQs, presentations, press materials, etc.
  • Manage high-priority, time-sensitive content requiring rapid turnaround and polish.
  • Plan, produce, and execute for a variety of events including conferences, VIP tours, media events, and showcases.
  • Prepare and distribute regular reports summarizing communications activities and progress.
  • Supervise and mentor support staff and junior professionals as assigned, fostering growth and development.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor to support project and organizational needs.
Cities & development Marketing & Communications

Location

Orlando, Florida, United States of America

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-152907

Salary range

-

About You

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field from an accredited four‑year college or university.
  • Twelve or more years of professional experience in public relations, communications, public outreach, or related disciplines.
  • Experience supporting high-profile, high-visibility clients with strong engagement and evolving priorities.
  • Strong understanding of public relations principles, event planning, and media relations strategies.
  • Prior agency and event planning/coordination experience highly desired.
  • Proven ability to write, edit, and oversee the development of promotional and informational materials.
  • Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with clients, media representatives, employees, managers, citizens, and appointed or elected officials.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to deliver persuasive and engaging public presentations.
  • Ability to actively listen and respond appropriately to stakeholders on a wide range of issues.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
  • Demonstrated computer proficiency and comfort with standard office software and digital communication tools.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $102,800-$160,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

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