Strategic Communications Manager

About the role

We are seeking a Strategic Communications Manager to join our Strategic Communications program at HDR. This role is part of a global team dedicated to putting people first in planning and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication and engagement strategy and plans
• Define messaging strategy for communication pieces including talking points, media releases, social media, project materials, and video scripts
• Manage formal and informal public meetings, hearings, open houses, workshops, advisory committees, or other stakeholder meetings
• Oversee meeting logistics and vendor management
• Oversee the production and distribution of outreach materials such as newsletters, websites, handouts, presentations, advertisements, door hangers, press releases, and mailings
• Collaborate with specialists in social media, web, graphics, and video to produce outreach tools and materials
• Identify stakeholders and manage the development of distribution lists
• Develop and maintain project-specific comment management databases and responses to comment protocols
• Oversee documentation of outreach activities, including activity tracking and reporting
• Direct the work of others and ensure quality of work
• Represent HDR in client meetings to discuss project tasks
• Build and maintain productive working relationships with your team, partners, and clients
• Support and mentor staff
• Develop and manage task scopes, schedules, and budgets
• Lead the development of Strategic Communications content for pursuits and proposals
• Participate in industry events and personal professional development opportunities

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years relevant industry experience, including management experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with multiple teams as well as team-oriented
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skills - positive outlook and attitude
• High aptitude for managing and solving tactical issues
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• Comfortable and competent while working with senior leaders and managing cross-functional efforts
• Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
• Committed to quality, continuous improvement, and HDR values
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite - InDesign
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree