Communications Manager

As communications manager, you are responsible for managing external and internal communications that advance HNTB’s business goals and carry out HNTB’s brand messages. You will work closely with subject matter experts to plan, develop and implement content. This role requires a strong communicator who understands how to convey messages across multiple formats and channels while simultaneously managing complex projects, competing priorities and stakeholder expectations. Success in this role requires demonstrated project management experience, attention to detail and the ability to lead initiatives from concept through execution while meeting deadlines and business objectives.

Here are the key projects you can look forward to in this position:

• Lead the development and production of HNTB publications, including THINK, Aviation Insight, Transportation Point, InTransit and SOLVE, working with technical experts, business leaders and contributors to develop compelling content that advances the firm's strategic priorities.

• Lead the strategy and execution of HNTB's national trade media relations program, identifying opportunities to elevate the firm's thought leadership, technical expertise, projects and people through targeted media engagement and industry placements.

• Manage HNTB's national industry awards program, overseeing award strategy, submission planning, cross-functional coordination and executive engagement to support recognition of the firm's projects, people and industry leadership.

• Lead cross-functional communications projects from planning through execution, managing timelines, deliverables, stakeholder engagement and resources to ensure successful outcomes.

• Manage multiple concurrent communications initiatives, coordinating subject matter experts, business leaders, agency partners and communications teammates to deliver high-quality work on schedule and in alignment with business objectives.

What You’ll Do:

• Strategy Development: Develops and leads the communications strategy that are aligned with HNTB’s business goals and support HNTB’s brand messages.
• Program Management: Implements programs that are part of HNTB’s strategy including working with a team to strategize HNTB’s involvement in industry associations, identifies and develops award submittals, manages HNTB’s publications, collaborates with team members to develop advertising, presentations, articles, social and web content and video.
• Content Creation: Develops engaging and informative content that is consistent with brand messaging for a variety of communications channels including internal, social and web platforms.
• Event Management: Supports the development and logistics of various events, such as conferences, meetings, open houses, forums and other events.
• Results Reporting: Tracks communication programs effectiveness.
• List Management: Updates and maintain internal and external contact lists.
• Budget Management: Manages and develops communications budget for specific programs.
• Market Research: Researches and implements current industry trends on communication approaches.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related fields and 8 years corporate communications or agency experience.
• In lieu of education, 12 years of relevant experience

What You’ll Bring:

• Excellent writing skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Teamwork/collaboration
• Adobe Creative Suite and SharePoint expertise
• Great interpersonal skills
• Highly organized
• Be a self-starter who possesses creativity and can-do attitude
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and in a timely manner