Senior Communications Coordinator

About the Role

The role involves building relationships, understanding client priorities, crafting tailored engagement strategies, and translating technical concepts into clear content for diverse audiences, while collaborating with project managers and over 200 communication consultants across North America. The coordinator will manage projects and client relationships across transportation, construction communications, planning studies, wastewater, drinking water, and water resources, thriving in a dynamic environment and contributing to lasting change.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸client relations
• ▸engagement strategy
• ▸content creation
• ▸project management
• ▸transportation
• ▸water resources

What You Bring

HDR is hiring a Senior Strategic Communications Coordinator for transportation and water projects in Minnesota, seeking a communications professional passionate about strategic engagement and stakeholder outreach. • Minimum of 8 years relevant industry experience • Experience leading social media campaigns • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines • Self‑starter who works independently or in a team • Strong organizational abilities • Familiarity with architecture and engineering consulting industry • Experience in transportation, wastewater, drinking water, or water resources • Consulting or account management experience preferred • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and travel to meetings/events • Effective communication in person, by telephone, and via email

Requirements

• ▸8+ years
• ▸social media
• ▸communication
• ▸transportation
• ▸water resources
• ▸stakeholder

Benefits

HDR offers a culture of employee ownership, career growth opportunities, and a supportive network of eight Employee Resource Groups that foster belonging and collaboration.

Work Environment

Hybrid