Communications & Stakeholder Engagement Manager

Job No: 496318

Work type:Full Time

Location:Adelaide, Regional SA

Categories:Marketing and Communications, Health, Safety, Environment, Quality

Advertised:21 Jan 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close:16 Feb 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

About BMD

BMD is Australia's leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business. As the largest privately owned civil contractor in Australia, BMD is at the forefront of excellence.

Over a 45-year history, BMD has grown to become a $2 billion operation, now sharing our expertise internationally in the Philippines and the UK.

About the Role

BMD has been awarded the Palmer Wind Farm project in South Australia, a major renewable energy development that will make a meaningful contribution to Australia’s clean energy transition.

We are seeking an experienced Communications & Stakeholder Engagement Manager to support the successful delivery of this important project. Adelaide office & work from home flexibility, with regular presence on site and within the local community in Palmer, SA.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in building and maintaining trust with key stakeholders, managing communications and supporting positive community outcomes throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing the stakeholder engagement and communications strategy for the Palmer Wind Farm
• Leading community and landholder engagement, including consultation activities, briefings and information sessions
• Managing relationships with local councils, government agencies, regulators and community groups
• Preparing clear, consistent project communications such as updates, notices, presentations and briefings
• Supporting issues and risk management, including monitoring stakeholder sentiment and emerging concerns
• Providing strategic advice to the Project Manager and team members

About You

• Proven experience in communications and stakeholder engagement on infrastructure, renewable energy or construction projects
• Demonstrated capability in community consultation and relationship management
• Experience engaging with local government, regulators and community stakeholders
• A practical, collaborative approach and strong judgement in complex environments
• The ability to manage sensitive issues with professionalism and diplomacy
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in communications, public relations, social science or a related discipline (desirable)

What We Offer
We invest in our people and believe they do their best work when they feel supported - personally and professionally. That’s why we offer benefits that go beyond the basics:

• Work with a nationally respected industry leader on transformative projects.
• Benefit from job security, competitive salary, and long-term project pipelines.
• Supportive team culture with a focus on safety, collaboration, and innovation.
• Be recognised at our annual employee awards event and through our Thrive reward and recognition platform
• Access wellness programs, strong work-life balance initiatives, paid parental leave, retail discounts, industry training and memberships & more

How to Apply
Submit your resume via link or BMD website, for a confidential chat contact: ellen.farrell@bmd.com.au

We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.

We’re a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven. For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to https://www.bmdgroup.global