Community Engagement Manager

Extraordinary commitment runs deep at Zachry. Here, dedicated men and women have the opportunity to work on challenging projects alongside those who value innovation and support team efforts in all our endeavors. We take care of our team members as family, within a culture of service where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do. Our core values are at the center of every decision we make:

Every Person Matters®

Together We Can Do Great Things®

This Is More Than a Job®

Job Summary

The Community Engagement Manager will lead Zachry Corporation’s efforts to build trusted relationships with communities across all companies and regions. This role will proactively manage outreach, storytelling, media relations and philanthropy to enhance the company’s reputation, support regional and project success, and reflect Zachry’s culture of care, quality, and accountability. Additionally, this role will oversee the company’s philanthropic and corporate giving initiatives.

Essential Functions

Community Relations Strategy Execution

• Collaborate with the public relations agency to develop and deliver tactics to implement scalable engagement strategies tailored to regional needs.
• Coordinate regional outreach initiatives that position Zachry as a valued neighbor and community partner.
• Track and report on community sentiment and engagement outcomes.
  
  

Proactive Communications

• Collaborate with Corporate Communications and Marketing to develop and manage messaging, content, and visual storytelling assets (e.g., drone footage, renderings, before/after photos).
• Create and maintain project-specific landing pages with real-time updates, FAQs, and community resources.
• Draft and distribute the quarterly “Zachry Progress Report” to stakeholders, media, and local officials.
  
  

Media Relations & Public Messaging

• Collaborate with TXDOT and other partners on co-branded media efforts.
• Pitch human-interest stories that highlight community benefits of Zachry projects.
• Ensure major project milestones are leveraged for positive media coverage.
  
  

Monitoring & Measurement

• Collaborate with public relations agency of record to conduct media and social audits to assess brand presence and community perception.
• Monitor media sentiment and coverage volume.
• Analyze engagement metrics across digital platforms and campaign landing pages.
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with Business Development and serve as liaison between Zachry and community organizations, local governments, and media outlets.
• Support internal teams in identifying and sharing community engagement activities.
  
  

Philanthropic and Corporate Giving

• Implement strategies to support charitable causes, manage relationships with nonprofit organizations and ensure that the company’s giving aligns with its values and goals.
• Collaborate with regional internal and external stakeholders to promote and enhance the company’s corporate giving programs.
  
  

This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. The job summary is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business, Marketing or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in community relations, public affairs, or media strategy.
• Strong storytelling, writing, and visual communication skills.
• Experience with media monitoring tools and digital engagement analytics.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders across regions.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with infrastructure or construction industry.
• Experience coordinating with government agencies and regional media.
• Knowledge of crisis communication and reputation management.
  
  

Benefits And EOE

Zachry offers an industry-leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• 401k, Paid leave, and Bonus Program
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• For additional company information, please visit www.zachrycorp.com
  
  

Zachry Construction Corporation performs heavy civil work throughout the United States, and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Applicants must be immediately authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. We do not interview or hire students in F-1 or J-1 status and will not sponsor them for work visas.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Zachry Construction Corporation and its subsidiaries (Zachry) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zachry, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zachry mailing address or email address, directly to Zachry employees, or to Zachry’s resume database will be considered Zachry property. Zachry will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Zachry will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Zachry’s recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Zachry will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Zachry’s Human Resources Representative or his/her designee. No other Zachry employee is authorized to bind Zachry to any agreement regarding placement of candidates by Agency.