HDR
Communications Director - Federal Business Group
HDR, Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Communications Director - Federal Business Group
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Communications Director - Federal Business Group
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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
We’re committed to delivering innovative solutions that support the mission‑critical needs of our federal clients. Our Federal Business Group partners with agencies around the world to design, plan, and implement projects that enhance national security, infrastructure resilience, and sustainability. We combine technical expertise with a deep understanding of federal requirements to provide exceptional service and results.
About the Role Reporting to the Federal Business Group President, here is what you will do:
Direct the strategic planning, development, and implementation of effective communication efforts for the Federal Business Group, consistent with HDR’s overall brand marketing and messaging.
Drive both day‑to‑day communications and high‑visibility content marketing campaigns in support of communications priorities.
Oversee communication team efforts for website, social media, awards, news releases, media relations, reports, collateral material, videography, advertising, industry surveys, and other communication platforms.
Provide internal communications support for Federal executive leadership (messaging, town hall events, announcements, etc.).
Lead and direct communication efforts and assist with integration activities for acquisitions.
Provide communications support for strategic business and company‑wide initiatives.
Lead and guide messaging, content development, and communications for a bi‑annual internal conference.
Direct and manage information relating to the Federal Business Group in the development of cross‑company materials and corporate initiatives such as the annual report, shareholder meeting, CEO updates, brand governance team, etc.
Serve as vital member of the Federal Business Group Leadership team.
Build and manage collaborative relationships with communications colleagues and key internal stakeholders across the HDR business enterprise in support of Federal and enterprise‑wide objectives.
Demonstrate leadership and develop a collaborative culture through all interactions.
Organize, manage, and guide communication team members in pursuit of their professional development goals and career objectives.
Foster employee engagement with the HDR culture.
Who You Are The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial and intellectually curious. To succeed in this role, you are willing to try new things and manage numerous projects with tight deadlines. You are a collaborative leader who is comfortable working with and presenting your ideas to diverse teams of senior leaders and communications professionals across the organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in the Architecture/Engineering industry to deliver broad communication strategies to both internal employees and external audiences.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or related field.
10+ years of successful communications experience partnering with senior company executives to deliver their communication strategies.
Ability to think strategically and evaluate opportunities, define strategic targets, and create and implement plans that achieve established targets.
Dynamic communication skills to present innovative ideas, challenge norms, build trust, and collaborate across the global enterprise.
Proven record of accomplishment in developing and executing communication campaigns.
Self‑motivated, entrepreneurial, decisive, and forward‑thinking.
Ability to motivate and inspire others at all levels and with diverse personalities.
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.
Excellent presentation, writing, and communication skills.
What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Range: $120,000 - $140,000.
Primary Location United States – Nebraska – Omaha
Other Locations United States – Pennsylvania – Philadelphia, United States – North Carolina – Charlotte, United States – Texas – Austin, United States – Washington – Bellevue, United States – Missouri – Kansas City, United States – South Dakota – Sioux Falls, United States – Massachusetts – Boston, United States – Colorado – Denver, United States – Minnesota – Saint Louis Park, United States – Tennessee – Nashville, United States – New York – New York, United States – Michigan – Ann Arbor, United States – Utah – Salt Lake City, United States – Florida – Pensacola, United States – Texas – Houston, United States – Colorado – Colorado Springs, United States – Wisconsin – Madison, United States – Arizona – Phoenix, United States – North Dakota – Bismarck, United States – California – San Francisco, United States – Georgia – Atlanta, United States – South Carolina – Charleston, United States – New Jersey – Lawrenceville, United States – South Carolina – Columbia, United States – California – Folsom, United States – Florida – Jacksonville, United States – Florida – Orlando, United States – Illinois – Chicago, United States – California – Los Angeles, United States – Alaska – Anchorage, United States – Idaho – Boise, United States – Texas – Corpus Christi, United States – North Carolina – Raleigh, United States – Washington – Seattle, United States – Nevada – Las Vegas, United States – Texas – San Antonio, United States – Montana – Billings, United States – Texas – Dallas, United States – California – San Diego, United States – Virginia – Arlington, United States – Ohio – Columbus, United States – Virginia – Norfolk, United States – Kentucky – Lexington
Industry Federal
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class Marketing and Admin
Job Posting Date Nov 20, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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Communications Director - Federal Business Group
role at
HDR .
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
We’re committed to delivering innovative solutions that support the mission‑critical needs of our federal clients. Our Federal Business Group partners with agencies around the world to design, plan, and implement projects that enhance national security, infrastructure resilience, and sustainability. We combine technical expertise with a deep understanding of federal requirements to provide exceptional service and results.
About the Role Reporting to the Federal Business Group President, here is what you will do:
Direct the strategic planning, development, and implementation of effective communication efforts for the Federal Business Group, consistent with HDR’s overall brand marketing and messaging.
Drive both day‑to‑day communications and high‑visibility content marketing campaigns in support of communications priorities.
Oversee communication team efforts for website, social media, awards, news releases, media relations, reports, collateral material, videography, advertising, industry surveys, and other communication platforms.
Provide internal communications support for Federal executive leadership (messaging, town hall events, announcements, etc.).
Lead and direct communication efforts and assist with integration activities for acquisitions.
Provide communications support for strategic business and company‑wide initiatives.
Lead and guide messaging, content development, and communications for a bi‑annual internal conference.
Direct and manage information relating to the Federal Business Group in the development of cross‑company materials and corporate initiatives such as the annual report, shareholder meeting, CEO updates, brand governance team, etc.
Serve as vital member of the Federal Business Group Leadership team.
Build and manage collaborative relationships with communications colleagues and key internal stakeholders across the HDR business enterprise in support of Federal and enterprise‑wide objectives.
Demonstrate leadership and develop a collaborative culture through all interactions.
Organize, manage, and guide communication team members in pursuit of their professional development goals and career objectives.
Foster employee engagement with the HDR culture.
Who You Are The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial and intellectually curious. To succeed in this role, you are willing to try new things and manage numerous projects with tight deadlines. You are a collaborative leader who is comfortable working with and presenting your ideas to diverse teams of senior leaders and communications professionals across the organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in the Architecture/Engineering industry to deliver broad communication strategies to both internal employees and external audiences.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or related field.
10+ years of successful communications experience partnering with senior company executives to deliver their communication strategies.
Ability to think strategically and evaluate opportunities, define strategic targets, and create and implement plans that achieve established targets.
Dynamic communication skills to present innovative ideas, challenge norms, build trust, and collaborate across the global enterprise.
Proven record of accomplishment in developing and executing communication campaigns.
Self‑motivated, entrepreneurial, decisive, and forward‑thinking.
Ability to motivate and inspire others at all levels and with diverse personalities.
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.
Excellent presentation, writing, and communication skills.
What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Range: $120,000 - $140,000.
Primary Location United States – Nebraska – Omaha
Other Locations United States – Pennsylvania – Philadelphia, United States – North Carolina – Charlotte, United States – Texas – Austin, United States – Washington – Bellevue, United States – Missouri – Kansas City, United States – South Dakota – Sioux Falls, United States – Massachusetts – Boston, United States – Colorado – Denver, United States – Minnesota – Saint Louis Park, United States – Tennessee – Nashville, United States – New York – New York, United States – Michigan – Ann Arbor, United States – Utah – Salt Lake City, United States – Florida – Pensacola, United States – Texas – Houston, United States – Colorado – Colorado Springs, United States – Wisconsin – Madison, United States – Arizona – Phoenix, United States – North Dakota – Bismarck, United States – California – San Francisco, United States – Georgia – Atlanta, United States – South Carolina – Charleston, United States – New Jersey – Lawrenceville, United States – South Carolina – Columbia, United States – California – Folsom, United States – Florida – Jacksonville, United States – Florida – Orlando, United States – Illinois – Chicago, United States – California – Los Angeles, United States – Alaska – Anchorage, United States – Idaho – Boise, United States – Texas – Corpus Christi, United States – North Carolina – Raleigh, United States – Washington – Seattle, United States – Nevada – Las Vegas, United States – Texas – San Antonio, United States – Montana – Billings, United States – Texas – Dallas, United States – California – San Diego, United States – Virginia – Arlington, United States – Ohio – Columbus, United States – Virginia – Norfolk, United States – Kentucky – Lexington
Industry Federal
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class Marketing and Admin
Job Posting Date Nov 20, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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