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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the 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.
Strategic Communications
In the role of Senior Communications Coordinator, we'll count on you to:
Build trusted relationships with HDR clients while serving their communication needs including strategy, delivery of stakeholder and public outreach, and identification and management of public relations opportunitiesLead the development of content and communications plans that inspire audiences and drive engagement across various communication channels to elevate thought leadership, people, and projectsDrive communications strategies by collaborating with internal business partners, creative, marketing, and communications teamsCollaborate with engineers, architects, designers and other subject matter experts to develop and write white papers, feature article content, thought leadership articles, and social media postsCraft public-friendly copy to include key project messages, media releases, project materials, website content and video scriptsWrite and edit print and digital content, social media posts, papers and/or presentations by subject matter expertsDevelop collateral pieces and other marketing campaign materialsResearch, write, and edit project narratives and case studiesCoordinate event management activitiesrelated to public meetings, hearings, open houses, workshops, advisory committees, and/or other stakeholder meetingsManage meeting logistics and provide direction to external vendors and service providers including sub-consultants, court reporters, videographers, and audio-visual providersTravel (up to 30 percent of time) to project locations and lead/facilitate public and stakeholder meetingsLead research related to the identification of stakeholders and coordinate development and ongoing maintenance of stakeholder lists, comment databases, and work back schedulesPartner with art directors and the visual communications team (web, graphics, video) to coordinate production and distribution of project-related websites, online meetings, videos, mailings, newsletters, handouts, presentations, advertisements, and press releasesCollaborate with the social media team related to strategy, content development, and targeted/paid campaignsMonitor industry best practices and maintain a repository of trends and examplesManage communications database information and web-based project management tools (Adobe, SharePoint, Staging Sites, Contact Logs, etc)Demonstrate strong written and verbal communications skills, organizational skills, and attention to detailDeliver multiple assignments concurrently and meet deadlinesAct as a self-starterEmbody an attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culturePerform other duties as neededPreferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a closely related field, or combination of education and relevant experience in strategic communications, public relations, marketing, public involvement and/or community engagementMaster's DegreeWriting samples/portfolio that demonstrates experience writing for public relations, web, brochures, newsletters, social and/or traditional mediaMedia relations experience desiredTransportation, energy, or water industry experiencePreference given to Illinois-based or Indiana-based candidates
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Required QualificationsA minimum of 8 years relevant industry experience Experience leading social media campaigns Service- and client-oriented personality with the ability to handle multiple assignments at a time and set and meet deadlines Self-starter; can work well independently or in a team environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational skills An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustWhat 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.