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

Communication Strategist (Water Business Group)

At HDR, our employee‑owners engage fully in creating a welcoming environment where each individual is valued, respected, and empowered to bring authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. HDR fosters a culture of inclusion and intentional global impact on community and environment, aligning with HDR’s commitment to employee ownership and inclusive excellence.

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

• Minimum five years of experience in a communications field of expertise (e.g., social media, event planning, community engagement, target marketing, descriptive writing, public involvement, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently 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
• Active participant of employee‑owned culture is a must
• Comfortable and competent while working with senior leaders and managing cross‑functional efforts
• Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a high‑energy, fast‑paced environment
• Committed to quality, continuous improvement, and HDR values
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite – InDesign
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

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 authentic selves to work every day. HDR values collaboration, trust, and a culture that supports the communities we serve.

Compensation

$48,699 – $92,760 per year (full‑time regular position)

Location

Omaha, Nebraska (primary location). Additional U.S. locations list omitted for brevity.

Employment Type

Full‑time, Regular

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

EEO Statement

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.