External Communications Manager - Mega Projects

Job Summary

Manages external communications activities for DPR’s portfolio of megaprojects that strengthen brand reputation and visibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages planning and execution of external communications campaigns for megaprojects, ensuring integration across channels and alignment with company priorities.
• Along with megaproject employee communications manager, supervises a team of communications professionals, providing direction, feedback, and professional development support.
• Develops and manages media relations strategy, including proactive and reactive communications for megaprojects and supports crisis communications.
• Oversees megaproject editorial planning and content creation processes to ensure quality and consistency.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders, such as regional communications leaders and megaproject leaders, to align messaging with organizational and regional strategies.
• Tracks communications performance metrics and provides leadership with insights and recommendations.
• Safeguards adherence to brand, legal, and ethical communication standards.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.
• 10+ years of experience in communications, including 2–3 years in a supervisory capacity required.

Pay

Anticipated Starting Pay Range: $121,000.00 - $182,000.00

Benefits

DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy.