Strategic Communications Manager

Scottish Development International

Communications Manager managing strategic communications for the A9 Dualling Programme. Role involves coordinating engagement and media relations for major transport infrastructure projects in Scotland.

Posted 5/26/2026full-timeGlasgow • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £49,401 - £59,152 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

TypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Working with key Delivery leads within Major Projects and News team to produce, prepare, identify and coordinate communications opportunities for the A9 Dualling Programme and individual contracts.
Working with Contractors and Project Managers to ensure the delivery of various communications materials in accordance with the contract requirements and TS guidelines.
Enhancing the profile and visibility of communications material already published/in circulation.
Identifying and prioritising key stakeholders and defining appropriate engagement tactics either directly by TS or via TS' supply chain.
Supporting the development of communication and engagement campaigns with clear objectives supporting programme delivery.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A suitable degree in a Communication/ engagement related subject or equivalent professional qualification.
Experience of planning, project management and organisational skills, including ability to manage a number of competing priorities often to tight deadlines.
Experience of building positive and constructive collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders and contractors, including those at a senior level.
Proven ability to produce communication products/ materials to a high standard utilising the most effective channels and technologies available to deliver messages to maximise impact.
Experience in dealing with media.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working options
Hybrid working environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementcommunication materials productionstakeholder engagementmedia relations

Soft Skills

organizational skillscollaborative relationshipsability to manage competing prioritiescommunication skills

Certifications

degree in Communicationprofessional qualification in engagement