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Assistant Project Engagement Specialist - Land Services (Omaha, NE)

Burns & McDonnell

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Compensation
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Location
Omaha, NE
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License

Job overview

The Assistant Project Engagement Specialist supports field-based outreach and communications during projects. The role includes door-to-door engagement, distributing construction notifications, documenting stakeholder input, and maintaining an on-site presence under supervision. The specialist assists with field reports and photo documentation, follows project safety policies, and may travel to project sites as required.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Community OutreachCommunity EngagementVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointOutdoor WorkExtended WalkingTravel

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED + 4 Years Related Experience, Associate Degree + 2 Years Related Experience, or Bachelor's DegreeOutreach, Community Engagement, or Field-Based ExperienceGPA 3.0+Permanent Work AuthorizationValid Driver's License

Full job description

Description

The Assistant Project Engagement Specialist supports field-based outreach and communications during projects. The Assistant Project Engagement Specialist role focuses on door-to-door engagement, delivery of construction notifications, documentation of stakeholder input, and maintaining an on-site presence under supervision.

  • Assist with conducting door-to-door engagement with residents, businesses, and property owners to share construction information.

  • Update and distribute project notifications and informational materials as directed.

  • Provide a visible on-site presence during active construction to answer basic questions and direct concerns.

  • Accurately document stakeholder interactions, comments, and issues using established tracking tools.

  • Assist with field reports, contact logs, and photo documentation.

  • Maintain compliance with company and project specific safety policies, protocols, and training requirements.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED or equivalent and 4 years related experience required or Associate Degree in a related field and 2 years related experience required.

  • Or Bachelor Degree in Communications, Public Affairs, or related field required.

  • Experience in outreach, community engagement, or field-based roles required.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

  • Ability to work outdoors and walk for extended periods.

  • Ability to travel to project sites, as required.

  • Minimum of 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.

  • Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.

  • Candidate must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e. without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

  • Valid driver’s license required.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Environmental Planning

Primary Location US-NE-Omaha

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time

Req ID: 265169

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-AJS #LSV N/A

How this job compares

Set against the 565 open Community Engagement jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$153–224K/yr356 salary ranges
  • US median$21–23/hr90 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 565 open Community Engagement jobs across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Community Engagement postings that state a minimum ask for 7 years at the median (419 postings).
Education
95 of the 565 open Community Engagement jobs (17%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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