Duties and Responsibilities:
· Serve as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, addressing inquiries and supporting timely, accurate communication with the public.
· Develop and execute communication strategies that support project goals, maintain public awareness, and minimize disruption to roadway users and adjacent communities.
· Coordinate closely with TxDOT to align messaging and distribute construction updates, traffic impacts, and project milestones through approved communication channels, including social media and website postings.
· Lead internal communications to ensure project teams are informed, aligned, and equipped to support outreach and stakeholder engagement efforts.
· Develop clear, consistent content for press releases, newsletters, fact sheets, presentations, and executive communications focused on safety, mobility, and community impact.
· Produce graphics and maps that clearly communicate lane closures, detours, and construction impacts to the traveling public.
· Prepare and distribute weekly lane closure notices and monthly project updates to keep stakeholders informed of upcoming work and changes in traffic patterns.
· Plan and execute public and project-related events, including community meetings, open houses, town halls, stakeholder briefings, and internal events.
· Partner with TxDOT to facilitate public outreach and education efforts with local officials, community organizations, businesses, and residents along the corridor.
· Track and manage public and stakeholder inquiries, ensuring issues are routed and addressed promptly to maintain public confidence and trust.
· Maintain and update stakeholder databases, including corridor residents, businesses, community leaders, and agency partners.
· Manage external public relations consultants and coordinate with photo/video vendors to document project progress and milestones.
· Support and participate in project tours and site visits for stakeholders, media, and community representatives.
· Attend internal coordination meetings and external stakeholder meetings to stay aligned on construction activities and community concerns.
· Perform other duties as assigned in support of project communications, outreach, and stakeholder engagement.