Graduate Stakeholder Engagement Advisor

Farrans (Construction) Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking a candidate for a role focused on stakeholder engagement during the construction phases of projects. The successful applicant will assist in planning and executing stakeholder communications, ensuring positive relationships within project teams and communities. The role requires effective collaboration and a strong understanding of stakeholder management tools, along with excellent communication skills. Join a company dedicated to innovation and your professional growth.

Benefits

Bespoke career pathway

In-house Learning & Development

Qualifications

• Experience in stakeholder or community engagement and/or working on a major infrastructure project.
• Understanding of engagement and consultation best practice.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Engage with stakeholders across various authorities and communities.
• Develop project-specific engagement activities.
• Track and report on community involvement.
• Drive continuous improvement in Health & Safety.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in relevant subject (e.g., communications, geography, environment, social sciences)

Tools

CRM tools

GIS tools

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Job Description

This role will provide support to the stakeholder engagement and delivery teams during the pre-construction and construction stages of the project. They will assist in the preparation and review of stakeholder engagement materials and documentation, support the planning and delivery of engagement, consultation, and communication activities for SPA infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects.

A fundamental part of the role is to help maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and communities, supporting the planning and consenting process and proactively minimising complaints.

It is essential that this role works effectively in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary project environment and align all communications and engagement activities drawing on best practice and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Engage with stakeholders across authorities, statutory/non-statutory bodies, communities, and partners.
• Develop and deliver project-specific stakeholder engagement activities.
• Identify, map, and categorize stakeholders by influence, interest, and impact.
• Use stakeholder management tools (CRM, GIS) to track engagement.
• Organize and support consultations (workshops, exhibitions, virtual events, site visits).
• Prepare reports and monitor stakeholder feedback and sentiment, flagging issues.
• Collaborate with technical leads to resolve stakeholder concerns and build relationships with communities, businesses, and public sector partners.
• Track and report on community involvement and outreach initiatives, including STEM support.
• Drive continuous improvement in Health & Safety, ensuring inductions, audits, compliance, and safe practices.
• Maintain a zero-accident culture by using safety monitoring equipment, reporting near misses, and improving H&S procedures with the team.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant subject (e.g., communications, geography, environment, social sciences)
• Experience (including placements/internships) in stakeholder or community engagement and/ or working on a major infrastructure project.
• Understanding of engagement and consultation best practice
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical and external audiences
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners
• Strong organisational skill and attention to detail

About Us

Starting with us as a Graduate, you are offered a bespoke career pathway through our in-house Learning & Development division and a tailored programme to suit your ambitions. With over 80 years of industry excellence, Farrans boasts more than 45 active site locations and offices across Ireland, Scotland, and England. We take on projects ranging from £5m to £300m, spanning both construction and civil markets.

At Farrans, we build, transform, and connect. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, driving a culture that fuels innovation, transparency, and inclusivity. Join us and become part of a dynamic team that values your growth and empowers you to make a real impact.