HDR is hiring: Communication Strategist (Water Business Group) in Chicago

Communication Strategist (Water 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 foster a culture of inclusion and ask: What is our impact on 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 community water management for generations to come. Your work supports public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience.

In the role of Communications Strategist, we count on you to:

• Develop content marketing strategies and communications plans to elevate thought leadership and project work.
• Lead global and local communications strategies by collaborating with internal partners, creative, marketing, and communications teams.
• Assist in the development and management of an editorial calendar.
• Write white papers, feature articles, thought leadership pieces, and social media posts.
• Ghost‑write and edit blogs, posts, papers, and presentations for subject matter experts.
• Help develop collateral pieces and marketing campaign materials.
• Research, write, and edit project narratives and case studies.
• Monitor industry best practices and maintain a repository of trends.
• Support event management when required.
• Bring genuine, creative ideas to the table.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a closely related field.
• Previous consulting and/or creative agency experience.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a communications field: social media, event planning, community engagement, target marketing, descriptive writing, public involvement, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑motivated with ability to work independently and cross‑functionally.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills with a positive outlook.
• High aptitude for managing and solving tactical issues.
• Commitment to being an active participant in our employee‑owned culture.
• Comfortable working with senior leaders and managing cross‑functional efforts.
• Ability to operate strategically and tactically in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient in Adobe InDesign.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

EEO Statement

At HDR, we are committed to employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, arrest, or conviction records.