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Communication Strategist (Water Business Group)

HDR, Virginia Beach, Virginia, us, 23450

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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? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

Responsibilities

Develop content marketing strategies and communications plans for specific initiatives and projects to elevate thought leadership, people and project work

Lead global and local communications strategies by collaborating with internal business partners, creative, marketing and communications teams

Assist in the development and management of an editorial calendar

Work with subject matter experts to develop and write white papers, feature article content, thought leadership articles, and/or social media posts

Ghost write and edit blogs, social media posts, papers and/or presentations by subject matter experts

Help develop collateral pieces and other marketing campaign materials

Research, write and edit project narratives and case studies

Monitor industry best practices and maintain a repository of trends and examples

Support event management where required

Bring genuine, creative ideas to the table

Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in closely related field

Previous consulting and/or creative agency experience

Required Qualifications

A minimum of 5 years experience in a communications field of expertise: social media, event planning, community engagement, target marketing, descriptive writing, public involvement, etc

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Self-motivated and ability to work independent with multiple teams as well as team oriented

Great interpersonal and communication skills - positive outlook and attitude

High aptitude for managing and solving tactical issues

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Comfortable and competent while working with senior leaders and managing cross-functional efforts

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