Director of Communications

About the role

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Set and lead KJ’s communications strategy, ensuring consistent messaging across all internal and external audiences.
• Advise the CEO, Board, and senior leadership on strategic messaging, positioning, and communications opportunities.
• Own and evolve KJ’s brand, including voice, visual identity, and brand standards, to reflect a future-focused vision.
• Establish communications standards, editorial governance, and messaging frameworks across the organization.
• Direct visual and content strategy across platforms, including website, marketing materials, client deliverables, conferences, and social media.
• Lead executive and internal communications strategies that align leadership messaging with business priorities.
• Strengthen the employer brand through purpose-driven, transparent communication that fosters engagement and connection.
• Partner closely with leaders across KJ, challenging and refining thinking where needed to ensure clarity and alignment.
• Support KJ’s internal events (virtual and in-person) that inform, engage, and connect employees.
• Oversee editorial planning, content creation, and distribution of major internal communications.
• Leverage technology and data to modernize internal communications and enhance employee experience in a distributed work environment.
• Craft and activate compelling corporate narratives that clearly articulate KJ’s values through content, thought leadership, social media, events, and earned media.
• Position KJ as an employer of choice through innovative employer branding and recruitment-focused communications.
• Own KJ’s website, including content strategy, SEO, analytics, and ongoing updates.
• Lead social media strategy and content to support brand, talent, and business development goals.
• Develop regional communications strategies to support growth across geographies.
• Manage inbound communications, external inquiries, and targeted award submissions for staff and leadership.

Requirements

15+ years of experience leading complex, integrated communications strategies
Proven ability to develop, execute, and measure high-impact communications programs
Exceptional storytelling skills with a strong strategic lens
Executive-level presence and comfort partnering with C-suite and senior leaders
Demonstrated people leadership experience, with the ability to build and grow high-performing teams
Strong judgment, problem-solving ability, and collaborative decision-making style
Resilient, curious, and adaptable in a fast-evolving environment
Commitment to integrity, inclusion, and amplifying diverse perspectives

Qualifications

Deep understanding of how PR, editorial, social, marketing, and thought leadership work together
Strong writing and communication skills
Experience in the engineering or professional services industry
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Skills

• Strategic Communications
• Brand Management
• Content Creation
• Internal Communications
• External Communications
• Thought Leadership
• Technology Integration
• Leadership Development
• Event Planning
• Analytics and Data Analysis

Benefits

Kennedy Jenks offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, competitive PTO and holiday plan, and additional benefits and programs.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this position is $165,000 – $185,000, depending on education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, and geographic location.

Schedule

This position is eligible for a hybrid work model to empower our people to grow, learn, and thrive.