• Job Description

  Req#: 185229

  At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
  
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  Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
  
  

  Communications Director, Resources Business Group

  About the Role: A vital member of the Resources Business Group leadership team, we’re looking for a Communications Director to lead a team of talented professionals responsible for identifying, developing and delivering content that articulates HDR’s value proposition across the Power, Industrial and Waste markets. This individual will develop and direct the execution of a communications strategy that enhances HDR’s brand reputation externally and keeps staff informed and engaged internally. This is a team that loves to support each other, while always challenging and encouraging each other to deliver their best work.

  Who You Are: The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial and intellectually curious. To succeed in this role, you are willing to try new things and manage numerous projects with tight deadlines. You are a collaborative leader who is comfortable working with and presenting your ideas to diverse teams of senior leaders and communications professionals across the organization.

  Reporting to the Resources Business Group President, here’s what you’ll do :

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

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, marketing or related field.
  • Successful communications experience partnering with senior company executives to deliver their communication strategies.
  • Ability to think strategically and evaluate opportunities, define strategic targets and create and implement plans that achieve established targets.
  • Experience working in the Architecture/ Engineering industry to deliver broad communication strategies to both internal employees and external audiences.
  • Dynamic communication skills to present new ideas, challenge norms, build trust, and collaborate across the global enterprise.
  • Proven track record in developing and executing communication campaigns.
  • Self-motivated, entrepreneurial, decisive and forward-thinking.
  • Excellent presentation skills.

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  Required Qualifications
  

  • A minimum of 15 years' experience, including management experience and overseeing the development and execution of a communications program
  • Proven leadership experience with large, global corporations
  • Ability to motivate and inspire others at all levels and with diverse personalities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

  What We Believe
  HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
  
  Our Commitment
  As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
  
  Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

• About the company

  HDR, Inc. is an employee-owned design firm, specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services.

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