Community Engagement Manager, Data Centers (Virginia & West Virginia)

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Community Engagement Manager, Data Centers (Virginia & West Virginia) to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This role will shape community engagement efforts for data center projects across Virginia and West Virginia, with a strong emphasis on building trust and maintaining productive relationships with local stakeholders. The manager will help translate complex infrastructure plans into clear, community-focused communication while supporting responsible growth in multiple markets. This position partners closely with internal teams and external leaders to ensure community input is reflected in project planning and public-facing outreach.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with local government and community leaders
• Develop and execute community engagement strategies for various project phases
• Host educational sessions and design local solutions for community benefits
• Represent the company at public forums and community events
• Monitor community sentiment and advise on engagement strategies
• Collaborate with internal teams to incorporate community input into project planning
• Coordinate charitable giving and community investment initiatives

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in community affairs, public affairs, or related fields
• Direct engagement with local governments and community stakeholders on large infrastructure projects
• Proven relationship and coalition-building skills with diverse stakeholders
• Strong public representation skills in town halls and media settings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for simplifying complex plans
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently across different markets
• Willingness to travel regularly within Virginia and West Virginia

Pay

Compensation: $265,000 – $295,000 annually

Schedule

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available. Willingness to travel regularly within Virginia and West Virginia. Hybrid work policy with office presence expected.

Benefits

• Visa sponsorship available
• Hybrid work policy with office presence expected
• Encouragement for diverse candidates to apply
• Focus on community engagement and social responsibility
• Opportunity to shape processes for future infrastructure projects