Manager

About the role

Bodewell Group is seeking a full-time Manager to lead communications and stakeholder engagement efforts for large-scale, complex transmission and substation programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage communications and stakeholder outreach for large, complex transmission and substation programs, serving as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Cook up and coordinate with engineering, construction, environmental, and regulatory teams to ensure project information, milestones, risks, and impacts are accurately translated into clear, consistent, and timely messaging and collateral.
• Lead and mentor junior account staff, providing coaching, direction, and performance feedback while supporting skill development in stakeholder engagement, issue management, and program coordination.
• Develop and execute stakeholder engagement strategies, including public outreach, briefings, and issue response plans, for high-visibility infrastructure projects with significant community and operational impacts.
• Track and manage program-level risks, issues, and dependencies related to stakeholder concerns and communications, escalating emerging issues appropriately and supporting project team decision-making.
• Add additional duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Public Administration or similar preferred
• 5+ years' experience in public relations or public outreach fields

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is a strong writer, strategic thinker, and relationship builder who thrives in fast-paced, high-visibility infrastructure environments.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

Flexible, Hybrid Schedule
Comprehensive healthcare coverage including several low-cost medical plan options, 100% employer covered dental and vision, and FSA offerings to support our team and their families.
Competitive salaries with clear paths for advancement, 401(k) participation, profit-sharing opportunities and life insurance benefits.
Professional development stipend, internal training programs, mentorship from experienced professionals and exposure to influential stakeholders and complex, high-impact projects.
Three weeks of PTO, 13 paid holidays and a company wellness stipend for ClassPass.
Company events and an employee recognition program celebrate contributions, milestones and the collaborative spirit that defines our culture.

Pay

The annual base amount for this position is dependent on several factors, including the candidate’s geographic location, experience, and qualifications. The annual base amount may be adjusted based on market conditions in the location where the employee resides. A typical annual base range for this role is: $75,000– $95,000 - (actual compensation may vary by location and will follow local regulations).

Schedule

This is a hybrid role, with an expectation of working onsite three days per week for employees located near our Fresno office. Travel is required approximately 10–15% of the time. This position may also require availability for early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends, as business needs dictate.