Community Relations Specialist - Renewable Energy

Climate17 is proud to partner with a leading renewable energy developer with a strong track record of delivering utility-scale clean energy projects across North America. With an expanding portfolio of wind, solar, and energy storage developments, our client is committed to advancing the energy transition through responsible project development, stakeholder engagement, and long-term community partnerships. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative team playing a key role in shaping project success through effective community and stakeholder relations.

• Position: Stakeholder & Community Relations Associate
• Location: Stuart, FL
• Travel: Regular travel required to project sites and communities across multiple states

Your Opportunity As a Stakeholder & Community Relations Associate, you will support the development of utility-scale renewable energy projects by building and maintaining positive relationships with landowners, community leaders, local stakeholders, and regulatory bodies. Working closely with land, permitting, and engineering teams, you will help drive stakeholder engagement strategies, coordinate outreach activities, and support project permitting efforts. This role offers the opportunity to influence project outcomes by fostering trust, addressing concerns, and ensuring meaningful community participation throughout the development process. Key Responsibilities

• Identify and engage key stakeholders, community leaders, and local influencers in prospective development areas
• Coordinate and support community engagement activities, including public meetings, consultations, and stakeholder outreach initiatives
• Maintain accurate records of stakeholder communications, commitments, and engagement activities across multiple projects
• Develop communication materials and engagement tools to support informed community decision-making
• Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, community members, local organisations, and economic development groups
• Communicate project information, technical study findings, and development updates to stakeholders in a clear and accessible manner
• Prepare stakeholder consultation reports and socio-economic impact summaries to support permitting and regulatory submissions
• Assist in identifying and addressing community concerns to facilitate successful project development and permitting outcomes
• Support project communications, including construction notifications, stakeholder updates, and other external communications

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Environmental Studies, Political Science, Planning, or a related field
• Experience in community relations, stakeholder engagement, public affairs, or project development, ideally within renewable energy or infrastructure sectors
• Strong understanding of stakeholder engagement principles and community consultation best practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously
• Proven ability to build relationships, resolve concerns, and navigate sensitive discussions professionally
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify practical solutions to emerging issues
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience with GIS, SharePoint, CRM platforms, or project management systems is advantageous
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly in support of project development activities

About Us Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector. Inclusive Application Process Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.