What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Specialist position at McKim & Creed, Inc.?
OVERVIEW: We are seeking a talented Communications Specialist (CS) to support content development across the organization. This role will report to the Communications Manager and work closely with the marketing team, business unit leaders, and technical staff to create clear, accurate, and audience-focused content. The Communications Specialist will contribute to a wide range of materials, including newsletters, email campaigns, project descriptions, articles, award submissions, website copy, and other editorial content.
This Communications Specialist role is a great fit for a strong writer who enjoys turning technical information into clear, engaging stories. You’ll join an award-winning marketing team and support business goals through high-quality, well-crafted content as an employee-owner.
DURING YOUR WORK-DAY, YOU WILL:
- Interview technical staff and key contributors to gather information and translate it into clear, compelling stories.
- Collaborate with marketing, business development, and technical teams to ensure content accuracy and quality.
- Write, edit, and proofread content while following brand standards for tone, clarity, and consistency.
- Assist with press releases, project highlights, articles, and other marketing initiatives.
- Gather and write content for brochures, handouts, and business unit marketing materials.
- Create and update website content in coordination with the marketing team.
- Assemble content for digital campaigns, newsletters, and other digital communications.
- Stay current with industry trends and best practices through professional development opportunities.
- Communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats.
- Listen carefully and ask thoughtful questions to understand technical concepts.
- Build positive working relationships with marketing teammates and technical staff across the organization.
- Some travel may be required.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
- 3–5 years of experience in a communications or writing-focused role, preferably with technical or professional services content.
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines at once.
- Experience contributing to content marketing or editorial initiatives.
- Familiarity with pitching or developing editorial-style content is a plus.
- Comfortable learning technical concepts and translating them for non-technical audiences.
- Experience working in engineering, science, or related fields is preferred but not required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and dependable.
- Collaborative team player who is responsive and open to feedback.
- Professional, approachable personality with the ability to work effectively with technical experts.
- Creative writing style that aligns with brand and style guidelines.
WHAT WE OFFER: Join a company that puts its employees first.
Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned.
- Competitive pay: Paid holidays, bereavement, and parental, medical, and military leave.
- Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery.
- Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options.
- Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more.
- Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities.
- Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way.
McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.