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 Franklin Furnace, Ohio. 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.