Workforce & Community Engagement Lead (Regional/Site)

Workforce & Community Engagement Lead (Regional/Site) Diligent Solutions - 5.0 Cedar Rapids, IA Job Details Full-time 4 days ago Qualifications Conducting community outreach projects Real estate development Collaborating with government agencies Talent pipeline development Networking through strategic partnership building Construction Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Escalation handling Communication skills Project stakeholder communication Workforce development Permitting phase involvement Cross-functional communication Stakeholder management

Full Job Description Job Summary:

Serves as the on-the-ground lead driving workforce pipeline development and community engagement, aligning local talent strategies with project hiring needs while building strong, trusted relationships across the community.

Responsibilities:

Lead local workforce strategy, building pipelines aligned to hiring timelines for construction, infrastructure, and data center roles Establish and serve as the primary community point of contact, engaging residents, businesses, schools, workforce boards, and government stakeholders Develop partnerships with educational institutions, trade programs, and community organizations to strengthen talent pipelines Represent the program at public meetings, events, and town halls to share updates, gather feedback, and reinforce community presence Manage community concerns and feedback, ensuring timely, transparent resolution and escalation when needed Partner cross-functionally with economic development, government relations, and communications teams to support permitting, messaging, and project success Provide ongoing insights on workforce availability, community sentiment, and stakeholder priorities to inform strategy

Required Experience:

8-10+ years in workforce development, community engagement, public affairs, or related field Experience working with local governments, workforce boards, and educational institutions Background supporting large-scale projects (construction, infrastructure, data centers, or similar) Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills in fast-paced, high-visibility environments

Preferred:

Established local/regional network to accelerate workforce pipeline development Experience navigating permitting, regulatory environments, and community opposition Background in real estate development, energy, or hyperscale/data center projects