Communications Specialist

Position Summary

The Communications Specialist leads and manages marketing and communications efforts for both internal and external audiences. This role oversees communications projects and manages relationships with third-party vendors. The Communications Specialist reports to the Vice President of Technology & Communications.

Duties/Responsibilities

Strategic Communications Management

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive communication strategies aligned with organizational goals
• Collaborate with internal teams and marketing partners to develop and monitor strategic marketing initiatives
• Manage and execute diverse communications projects from conception to completion

Content Creation and Brand Management

• Oversee content creation across different mediums for internal and external us
• Ensure brand consistency across all communications materials and channel
• Direct and coordinate photo shoots, including concept development, scheduling, and on-site management
• Perform advanced editing and assemble complex videos, ensuring consistency and high technical quality

Digital and Social Media Management

• Manage and create brand-appropriate content for LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook
• Oversee email, social media, and digital campaigns, including strategy, execution, and performance tracking

Internal Communication

• Lead internal communications efforts, including all-employee email distribution and site communication
• Develop and implement internal branding/marketing communications materials to promote organization-wide initiatives

Vendor and Inventory Manage

• Establish and maintain relationships with third-party vendors, including designers, printers, and photographs
• Manage communications inventory, including digital assets, printed materials, and promotional items

Project and Relationship Management

• Manage communications projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality output.
• Build and maintain strong organizational relationships to facilitate interdisciplinary projects and coordinate common work efforts.
• Collaborate with business partners to craft and implement communications plans.

There may be occasional travel for off-site meetings, events or other business matters. Travel up to 20%, with occasional overnight.

• Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, communications, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in business communications, integrated communications, digital communications, content management, public relations, marketing, or content creation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of various marketing and analytics tools such as Google Analytics and content management systems.
• Expertise in copywriting, proofreading and editing.
• Experience with Adobe graphic design tools (PhotoShop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.)
• Strong prioritization, organization, and project management skills.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Proficiency with camera and video equipment as well as video editing software.
• Knowledge and experience in the construction industry preferred.