Our Corporate Services group is currently looking to add a Manager, Corporate Communications to our growing team, based in Calgary, AB.

Reporting to the VP, Corporate Strategy, this position leads enterprise-wide communications strategies for complex and high-profile infrastructure projects. We are looking for someone with deep expertise in corporate and stakeholder communications coupled with hands-on proficiency with AI-driven tools that accelerate content creation, design, and communications analytics. This is a leadership role for a strategic communicator who understands that trust is built long before shovels go in the ground.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Execute Valard's enterprise marketing and brand strategy aligned with corporate growth objectives
• Guide communications for major transmission, substation, and utility construction projects across Canada, ensuring clear, timely, and accurate messaging to all project stakeholders
• Manage corporate communications including media relations, public relations (PR), social media, website management, and internal messaging
• Champion the integration of AI-powered tools - including generative AI for content drafting, image generation for branded materials - into Valard's communications workflow
• Oversee development of marketing materials including capability statements, project profiles, presentations, brochures, and digital content
• Partner with Business Development and Operations teams to support proposals, pursuits, and client engagement strategies
• Manage external agencies, vendors, and creative partners to ensure consistent brand standards and messaging
• Monitor market trends, competitor positioning, and industry insights to inform strategic planning
• Develop and manage the marketing budget, including tracking return on investment (ROI)
• Lead and mentor the marketing team, establishing clear priorities and performance expectations

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field
• 10 years of progressive marketing experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Experience within construction, utilities, engineering, infrastructure, or industrial sectors
• Demonstrated experience leading brand strategy, digital marketing, and corporate communications
• Proven experience managing marketing budgets and external agency relationships
• Strong understanding of proposal marketing and business development support in a project-based environment

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Experience in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) organizations
• Knowledge of Canadian utility and infrastructure markets
• Accreditation in Public Relations (APR), Indigenous Relations (e.g., CCAB Progressive Aboriginal Relations), or equivalent.
• Experience implementing AI-driven programming within the brand and internal communications space
• Master's degree in business administration (MBA) or related field

Job Posting End Date: July 5, 2026

Benefits

This position offers a base salary range of $90 000 - $110 000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

* We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.