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Senior Public Engagement Specialist
The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.
USD 90k-120k / year
Posted on Mar 10, 2026
At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work. As a Public Engagement Senior Specialist, you will have the opportunity to lead and implement public outreach efforts, build relationships with clients, and grow your career.
Join our progressive, employee-focused, multidisciplinary engineering firm offering challenging assignments, superior management and high standards, along with recognition for individual achievement. Our dedicated public engagement/communications team has a depth of knowledge and experience in strategic communications planning and execution, messaging and content development, media relations, grassroots public engagement and more. Horrocks’ supportive team culture provides our employees with the opportunity to Learn More, Do More, and Earn More.
- Department
- Transportation
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Workplace type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $90,000 - $120,000 / year
What are the core responsibilities for the role?
- Develop and execute strategic communications and outreach plans in Utah markets
- Manage projects and/or public engagements phases of projects, including scope, schedule, budget, profitability and invoicing
- Produce and distribute content for public information materials, including flyers, door hangers, websites, newsletters, mass and social media, presentations, exhibit boards, maps, etc.
- Plan, execute and facilitate special events including public meetings and hearings, open houses, groundbreakings, and more
- Work with in-house graphic design team to create print and digital collateral
- Manage communication channels including responding to public inquiries as needed
- Support business objectives including client relations and new business pursuits
- Participate in project and practice meetings
- Mentor and manage practice staff as applicable
Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:
- 7+ years of professional experience in the engineering industry
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, etc.
- Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint - Adobe Creative Suite is a plus
- Ability to work and collaborate with team members, clients, and the public
- Exceptional writing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills
- Proactive, resourceful, self-starter
- Experience in community engagement/public involvement strategies and/or public/media relations
- Experience in transportation, infrastructure, or government.
Why would a candidate want this job?
At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
- Professional development opportunities including in-house training
- Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure
For more information, visit our website at www.horrocks.com
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status
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About Horrocks
Founded over 55 years ago, Horrocks has a long-standing history of delivering exceptional infrastructure solutions. At the heart of our company is a commitment to providing essential resources for communities and improving quality of life through innovative and forward-thinking engineering practices. Our teams of dedicated professionals deliver high-quality results on every project and are driven by a culture of service. With our slogan "What we do matters," we strive to make a meaningful difference in the world through our work. Our approach is holistic, taking into consideration all aspects of a project to ensure it meets the needs of the present while preparing for the future. We invest in our people and culture, recognizing that our success is dependent on the talents and dedication of our team. At our firm, we don't just build infrastructure — we build better communities.
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