DPR Construction

External Communications Manager - Mega Projects

DPR Construction$121K — $182K *
Media
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or related field, or equivalent experience required.
  • 10+ years of experience in communications, with 2-3 years in a supervisory role.
  • Proven experience in managing external communications for large-scale projects.
  • Strong background in media relations and crisis communications.
  • Excellent leadership skills with a focus on team development.

Responsibilities

  • Manages planning and execution of external communications campaigns for megaprojects.
  • Supervises a team of communications professionals, providing direction and support.
  • Develops and manages media relations strategy for megaprojects.
  • Oversees editorial planning and content creation for consistency.
  • Coordinates with internal stakeholders to align messaging strategies.
  • Tracks communications metrics and provides recommendations to leadership.
  • Ensures adherence to brand and legal communication standards.

Benefits

  • Variety of medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
  • Wellness programs to support employee health.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Supportive team environment with a focus on collaboration.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Summary

Manages external communications activities for DPR's portfolio of megaprojects that strengthen brand reputation and visibility. Helps oversee a team of project level communications professionals, ensuring consistent delivery of messaging aligned with business and Communications + Brand strategies. Collaborates with megaproject leadership and regional communicators to plan and execute media relations, content strategies, and visibility initiatives that support organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manages planning and execution of external communications campaigns for megaprojects, ensuring integration across channels and alignment with company priorities.
  • Along with megaproject employee communications manager, supervises a team of communications professionals, providing direction, feedback, and professional development support.
  • Develops and manages media relations strategy, including proactive and reactive communications for megaprojects and supports crisis communications.
  • Oversees megaproject editorial planning and content creation processes to ensure quality and consistency.
  • Coordinates with internal stakeholders, such as regional communications leaders and megaproject leaders, to align messaging with organizational and regional strategies.
  • Tracks communications performance metrics and provides leadership with insights and recommendations.
  • Ensures adherence to brand, legal, and ethical communication standards.


Education Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience

10+ years of experience in communications, including 2-3 years in a supervisory capacity required.

Anticipated starting pay range:
$121,000.00- $182,000.00
Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy. Read more about eligibility and available benefits programs

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About DPR Construction

DPR Construction is a commercial general contractor and construction management firm. The company provides preconstruction, construction, and post-construction services for a variety of markets, including healthcare, advanced technology, higher education, and corporate offices. DPR Construction was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Redwood City, California. The company has offices throughout the United States and has completed projects in various countries, including Singapore and the Netherlands.
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Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1990

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