What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Program Manager – Communications position at HNTB?
**What We're Looking For**
We’re seeking a Deputy Program Manager – Communications to lead strategic outreach and program messaging for the region’s most impactful infrastructure initiatives. This role is about more than communications — it’s about shaping how communities understand and engage with transformative projects.
This opportunity entails being responsible for managing a team to provide timely, accurate and effective communications programs to support the Client's projects and programs. This position provides leadership and coordination among a project management team on matters of internal and external communications and public outreach.
**What You’ll Do:**
Manages overall communications efforts for the PMO team, including overseeing a staff.
Develops strategic communications and public outreach plans for the overall program, as well as various individual projects and special initiatives.
Develops messaging, speeches, presentations and other tools to communicate program information to various internal and external audiences.
Coordinates and manages meetings, special events and other activities.
Develops and oversees production of client projects and programs reports and other materials.
Supports Client personnel, other consultants and contractors through effective communication regarding projects and programs.
Performs other duties as assigned.
**What You’ll Need:**
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Political Science or related field
10 years Communications, Public Affairs or Government Relations experience
**What We Prefer:**
Master’s degree or professional certifications (APR, PMP, IABC) a plus.
10 years of relevant experience, including 2 years in supervisory or leadership roles.
Experience in transportation infrastructure environment
Experience in program management, with proven ability to align communications across complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
Experience managing employees.
Familiarity with alternative delivery methods (design-build, CM/GC, progressive design-build) and how communications strategies adapt to these frameworks.
**Additional Information**
Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Locations:
Nashville, TN (City Center)
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**Job Type:** Regular
**Full/Part Time:** Full time
**Job Category:** Program Management Group
**ReqID:** R-28412