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?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
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.
In the role of Senior Communications Coordinator, we'll count on you to:
Assist in the development of content and communications plans that inspire audiences and drive engagement across various communication channels to elevate thought leadership, people and project work
Assist in driving global and local communications strategies by collaborating with internal business partners, creative, marketing and communications teams?
Work with engineers, architects, designers and other subject matter experts to develop and write white papers, feature article content, thought leadership articles, and social media posts
Ghost write and edit blogs, social media posts, papers and/or presentations by subject matter experts
Help develop collateral pieces and other marketing campaign materials
Research, write and edit project narratives and case studies
Coordinate event management activities
Deliver employee training to activate and guide communications throughout the company
Monitor industry best practices and maintain a repository of trends and examples
Manage communications database information and web-based project management tools (Adobe, SharePoint, Staging Sites, Contact Logs, etc)
Coordinate multi-discipline teams in the development and production of deliverables.
Perform other duties as needed
Strategic Communications
In the role of Senior Communications Coordinator, we'll count on you to:
Assist with client management and leads in the development and implementation of outreach, communication and public relations plans
Lead production/planning teams, concept development, write, edit and coordinate graphic materials
Coordinate, organize, manage and facilitate formal and informal public meetings, hearings, open houses, focus groups, workshops, advisory committees, and other stakeholder meetings
Coordinate project-related data gathering and political analysis and monitoring including assisting or leading development and management of political outreach strategy
Monitor and track the media for project documentation
Assemble distribution lists for inclusion in project databases, manage external service providers including court reporters, videographers, acoustical consultants and subconsultants, and research industry news coverage and industry trends for client projects
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a closely related field, or combination of education and relevant experience
Master's degree
Media relations experience desired
Previous consulting and/or creative agency experience.?
Required Qualifications
A 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 must
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.
Primary Location:United States-Michigan-Lansing
Industry:Marketing/Communications
Schedule:Full-time
Employee Status:Regular
BusinessClass:Strategic Communications
Job Posting:May 8, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.
CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.
At HDR, health and safety matters.
For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.
If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.
