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. We empower everyone to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work daily. Our inclusive culture asks, “What is our impact on the world?” We deliver innovative solutions that support the mission‑critical needs of federal clients. The Federal Business Group partners with agencies worldwide 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
A vital member of the Federal Business Group leadership team, we seek a Communications Director to lead a team and partner with professionals responsible for identifying, developing, and delivering content that articulates HDR’s value proposition across the Federal markets. The Director will develop and direct the execution of a communications strategy that enhances HDR’s brand reputation externally and keeps staff informed and engaged internally. The Director will collaborate with all Business Groups in HDR.
Who You Are
The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, intellectually curious, and comfortable managing numerous projects with tight deadlines. You are a collaborative leader who presents ideas to diverse senior leaders and communications professionals across the organization.
What You Will Do
- Direct planning, development, and implementation of effective communication efforts for the Federal Business Group, consistent with HDR’s overall brand marketing and messaging.
- Drive 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 biannual 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 a 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in the Architecture/Engineering industry delivering broad communication strategies to both internal employees and external audiences.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or a related field.
- 10+ years of successful communications experience partnering with senior company executives.
- Ability to think strategically, 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.
Benefits
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success. It 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 on skills, experience, education, and geographical location: $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
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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