Community & Events Coordinator

ABOUT US

Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

Annual bonus program

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k)-retirement plan

Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

Holder Construction is seeking a Community & Events Coordinator to support our data center project in Richmond, VA. This is an on‑site, project‑based role focused on local community engagement, events, and coordination tied directly to active construction operations. The position works closely with the project leadership team, client representatives, and local stakeholders to support community outreach, site‑related events, and day‑to‑day coordination throughout the life of the project. This is a hands‑on role for someone who is organized, people‑oriented, and comfortable representing a large construction project in a small‑community setting.

Key Responsibilities

Community Engagement & Local Outreach

Serve as Holder’s on‑site point of contact for community groups, neighbors, schools, chambers, and civic organizations related to the project.

Support community outreach efforts, local initiatives, and sponsorships connected to project activity

Assist qualified local businesses in connecting with project opportunities

Coordinate site tours, community meetings, and outreach events as appropriate

Help foster and maintain positive relationships with local stakeholders in the community.

Events & Project Coordination

Plan and support project‑related events, including groundbreakings, milestones, ribbon cuttings, open houses, and community engagement events

Manage event logistics such as scheduling, vendors, catering, invitations, and on‑site execution

Coordinate with project leadership, owner representatives, trade partners, and local officials as needed

Support accurate tracking and documentation of event and outreach activities

Communications & Documentation Support

Assist with local project communications in coordination with project leadership and the project owner

Prepare light materials for events and outreach (signage, agendas, handouts, talking points)

Track and organize records of community interactions, events, and outreach efforts

Provide summaries and basic reporting to project leadership and the project owner

Internal Project Support

Work closely with the on‑site project team to align community and event efforts with jobsite operations

Help ensure materials and messaging align with approved project standards and branding

Support planning and execution of intern and workforce‑related events, including site orientations and engagement activities

Qualifications & Skills

2–5 years of experience in community relations, event coordination, operations support, communications, or a related field

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Familiarity with local community preferred

Strong organizational, coordination, and follow‑through skills

Comfortable managing multiple tasks and working independently in an active jobsite environment

Strong interpersonal skills

Willingness to support broader project and team needs as they arise

Experience interacting with the public and representing an active construction project

Experience with construction, large developments, infrastructure, or industrial projects is a plus

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Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).

​Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.