Public Relations Manager Job at Ulteig Engineers, Inc. in Minneapolis

Overview The Public Relations Manager is an experienced communication leader who oversees the day-to-day implementation of Ulteig’s corporate thought leadership and public relations plans, including executive visibility, corporate awards, media relations and social media engagement. The PR Manager will work collaboratively with the Senior Manager - Corporate Communications, broader corporate communications team, marketing team, cross-functional leaders and agency partners to lead and advance this work. The PR Manager is responsible for proactive storytelling and expert positioning through earned and owned channels. This includes executing and elevating Ulteig’s thought leadership and company awards strategy, managing media relations opportunities and requests, and external planning and support for business milestones, news and organizational storytelling. What You’ll Do External Communications and Thought Leadership: Develop and execute external communication strategies and seek out opportunities that support Ulteig’s corporate strategy, growth and goals Elevate Ulteig’s visibility and credibility by advancing its thought leadership platform through strategic content, speaker opportunities and industry engagement Manage Ulteig’s media relations strategies including developing and maintaining relationships with priority media outlets and monitoring industry trends to identify and advance opportunities Develop compelling narrative and content campaigns that showcase Ulteig’s expertise through owned external channels Identify and leverage opportunities to enhance Ulteig’s credibility and deepen trust with key stakeholders across multiple channels including conferences, events and traditional and digital media Create dynamic social media and digital content to promote Ulteig news and opportunities Assess earned media and thought leadership opportunities for strategic relevance and value to the business and its goals Provide thought leadership coaching and support to Ulteig employees to maximize potential earned media and social engagement opportunities Collaborate with agency partners, marketing, brand and business teams to ensure a consistent, integrated approach to voice, tone and channels Serve as a key player on the crisis response team, when needed Set and assess success of communications and programs through key metrics, including media coverage tracking and campaign results Provide support to internal communications initiatives, as needed What We Expect from You Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism or related area 6+ years of experience in the areas of corporate communication, public relations and/or marketing communications Proven success building and activating external communication strategies grounded in business goals and priorities Experience leading and executing high value thought leadership and earned media strategies Understanding of integrated communication and experience using both traditional and digital channels Able to work successfully with leadership at all levels of the organization, including ability to consult and provide feedback Excellent communication skills including writing, speaking and listening Strong interpersonal and project management skills, ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and able to complete complex projects on-time, on-target and within budget Flexibility to address any media-related events that take place outside of standard business hours This is an individual contributor role. While leadership and collaboration are key, this position currently does not include direct people management responsibilities Note: This is an informal note only; primary content in this job description is as shown above. What You Can Expect from Ulteig Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people – both our clients and our employees – for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally. Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients. At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what\'s important to them. If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today! Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE Additional Opportunity Details: Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $91,100 - $123,200 *This range is indicative and may be adjusted based on factors including job-specific skills, education, training, location, years of experience and internal comparisons This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled. Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: Ulteig Engineers, Inc., will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate or an approved vendor that has a signed agreement with Ulteig. Please do not contact or forward resumes to our company employees or locations. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered Ulteig property. Ulteig is not responsible for any charges or fees related to unsolicited resumes. Qualifications Skills Behaviors Motivations Education Experience Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr