Communications Director - Federal Business Group

Hdr

The Role

Overview

Lead communications strategy and team for HDR's Federal Business Group.

Key Responsibilities

  • executive communications
  • team management
  • content development
  • acquisition integration
  • digital media
  • content marketing

Tasks

-Provide internal communications support for Federal executive leadership (messaging, town hall events, announcements, etc.) -Organize, manage, and guide communication team members in pursuit of their professional development goals and career objectives -Foster employee engagement with the HDR culture -Build and manage collaborative relationships with communications colleagues and key internal stakeholders across the HDR business enterprise in support of Federal and enterprise-wide objectives -Direct and manage information relating to the Federal Business Group in the development of cross-company materials and corporate initiatives such as the annual report, shareholder meeting, CEO updates, brand governance team, etc. -Provide communications support for strategic business and company-wide initiatives -Lead and direct communication efforts and assist with integration activities for acquisitions -Lead and guide messaging, content development, and communications for a biannual internal conference -Oversee communication team efforts for website, social media, awards, news releases, media relations, reports, collateral material, videography, advertising, industry surveys, and other communication platforms -Serve as vital member of the Federal Business Group Leadership team -Drive both day-to-day communications and high-visibility content marketing campaigns in support of communications priorities -Direct the strategic planning, development, and implementation of effective communication efforts for the Federal Business Group, consistent with HDR’s overall brand marketing and messaging

Requirements

  • 10+ years
  • bachelor's
  • leadership
  • strategic
  • architecture
  • communication

What You Bring

-10+ years of successful communications experience partnering with senior company executives to deliver their communication strategies. -Demonstrate leadership and develop a collaborative culture through all interactions -Ability to motivate and inspire others at all levels and with diverse personalities. -Dynamic communication skills to present innovative ideas, challenge norms, build trust, and collaborate across the global enterprise. -Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or related field. -Ability to think strategically and evaluate opportunities, define strategic targets, and create and implement plans that achieve established targets. -Excellent presentation, writing, and communication skills. -Self-motivated, entrepreneurial, decisive, and forward-thinking. -Experience working in the Architecture/Engineering industry to deliver broad communication strategies to both internal employees and external audiences. -Proven record of accomplishment in developing and executing communication campaigns.

The Company

About Hdr

-provides innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure, buildings, and the environment. -combines engineering, architecture, and environmental stewardship in a holistic approach. -designing award-winning transit systems, water treatment plants, and energy-efficient buildings. -iconic public buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects.

Sector Specialisms

Architecture

Asset Management

Coastal Engineering & Restoration

Commissioning & Operations

Economics & Finance

Engineering

Environmental Sciences

Healthcare

Infrastructure

Oil and Gas

Planning & Consulting

Power

Program Management

Project Delivery

Research

Right of Way

Sustainability & Resilience

Transportation

Water Resources

Waste Management

Wastewater and Reuse