Competitive Power Ventures, Inc. (CPV), with headquarters in Silver Spring, MD, and offices in Braintree, MA and Sugar Land, TX, is a leading clean energy company leveraging global technology and financial partnerships to help modernize Americas power generation.
CPV is looking for a Manager, Community Relations for Renewable Development to join its External Affairs team. This position is located in the Greater Boston, MA area, and reports to the Director of Corporate Communications. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading community relations and communications strategies in conjunction with CPVs renewable energy development team for our projects throughout the United States. The ideal candidate possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills with a deep understanding of the renewable energy industry along with experience in stakeholder engagement.
- Develop and implement comprehensive stakeholder engagement strategies and plans to support project development and construction activities in close coordination with the development team.
- Identify key stakeholders, including community groups, local governments, regulatory agencies, and business partners.
- Represent the External Affairs team as our primary community relations interface with the Renewable Development group to help meet business objectives.
- Establish and maintain relationships with various stakeholders, including local officials, business leaders, landowners, and community members.
- In collaboration with the development team, proactively identify potential issues and develop strategies to mitigate risks and address stakeholder concerns.
- Develop project presentation materials such as mailers, digital content, and frequently asked questions, etc.
- Manage external public relations firms to ensure consistent messaging, optimized outreach and ongoing, positive relationships with key stakeholders.
- Maintain quality control for all deliverables.
- Coordinate, lead, and attend community events including open houses and informational sessions.
- Support overall Corporate Communications initiatives and activities, as needed.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills are required. An ability to work in a collaborative team environment is a must.
- Bachelors degree in Communications, Public Policy, Political Science or other related field is strongly preferred. Graduate degree in any of these fields is highly desirable.
- Minimum five (5) + years experience working on communications and public outreach for energy-related projects; or applicable large infrastructure projects.
- Proven track record of successfully managing stakeholder relationships and navigating complex development environments.
- Communication experience in community relations, political campaigns, or public relation agencies.
- Ability to draft communications, presentations, and documents to assist with development of projects.
- Detail-oriented, organized, self-starter able to manage several tasks
simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with an emphasis on accurate and economic execution.
- Exhibit a professional demeanor that aligns with CPV core values.
- Ability to travel 30-40%.
- Must pass a pre-employment criminal background and financial credit check.
CPV holds all employees to the highest ethical standards and is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and honesty to ensure our success.
CPV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.