Project Communications Manager - N/W Resiliency

NY HELP No

Agency Battery Park City Authority

Title Project Communications Manager – N/W Resiliency

Occupational Category Other Professional Careers

Salary Grade 08

Bargaining Unit None listed

Salary Range From $90000 to $110000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County New York

Street Address 200 Liberty Street

24th Floor

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10281

Duties Description The Project Communications Manager – N/W Resiliency plays a central role in the development, coordination, and quality control of outward-facing materials for the North/West Battery Park City Resiliency Project- a large-scale capital initiative to protect Lower Manhattan from coastal flooding and sea level rise. As part of the Communications and Public Affairs team, this position will work closely with internal N/W Project staff, outside consultants, and contractors, in order to develop a strong working understanding of project scope, milestones, and issues. The position is responsible for translating project information into clear, accurate, and accessible content for public and stakeholder audiences. Coordinating review processes across teams, the position will lead the development and refinement of communications materials—including Project materials, presentations, and digital content.This role is ideal for a highly detail-oriented professional with strong writing and editing skills, sound judgment, and an interest in complex, large-scale infrastructure projects. The candidate must be comfortable working across disciplines, be able to synthesize technical information into clear and structured materials, and bring a thoughtful, rigorous approach to how project information is communicated.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Communications & Materials DevelopmentDevelop a strong working understanding of the N/W Resiliency Project, including scope, milestones, and key activitiesDevelop and produce project-related materials, including construction newsletters, flyers, postcards, posters, alerts, and other public-facing contentManage the biweekly construction newsletter, coordinating with internal and external partners to ensure accurate, current, and timely informationTranslate technical project information into clear, accessible, and well-structured communications for public audiencesPrepare materials and presentations for public meetings including for CB1, the N/W Construction Advisory Committee, and BPC residential buildingsReview and refine materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment across all project communicationsPublic & Stakeholder EngagementSupport senior leadership in external communications and stakeholder engagement effortsAttend and participate in public meetings, community forums, and stakeholder sessions as neededCoordinate responses to stakeholder inquiries in a timely and professional mannerMonitor stakeholder communications channels and ensure appropriate routing and follow-upSupport outreach efforts that promote transparency and proactive communication with the communityTrack communications activities and deadlines to support timely and coordinated deliveryDigital & Website ManagementMaintain and regularly update the project website with current information and materialsPost construction updates, schedules, and alerts in a timely and organized mannerImprove the clarity, accessibility, and usability of website contentMonitor website engagement and adjust content to improve effectivenessCoordinate with external public relations or digital partners, as neededInternal CoordinationCollaborate with project managers, engineers, construction staff, and leadership to gather and verify project informationCoordinate across internal departments, consultants, and contractors to support consistent and aligned communications outputsWork closely with the community construction liaison to ensure coordination between field activity and public-facing materialsSupport the alignment of communications materials with project milestones, updates, and timelines

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Policy, Journalism, Urban Planning, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience5–8+ years of relevant experience in communications, public affairs, infrastructure, government, consulting, or a related fieldExcellent writing and editing skills, with demonstrated ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, structured, and accessible content, working effectively with subject matter expertsExperience supporting communications for large-scale, high-visibility infrastructure, resiliency, or capital projects in urban environments, with an understanding of how these projects impact communities and stakeholdersDemonstrated success working on complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives, including coordinating across teams or disciplines and navigating competing priorities and evolving project needsProven ability to developing materials for public engagement and general audiences, including workshops, digital campaigns, presentations, and project updatesStrong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, track deadlines, and deliver high-quality outputsEffective interpersonal skills, with a track record of working effectively with government entities, elected officials, community boards, and internal teams, and familiarity with public engagement processes

Additional Comments Battery Park City Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Name Irene Moulketis

Telephone

Fax

Email Address View email address on click.appcast.io

Address

Street 200 Liberty Street

24th Floor

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10281