HDR is hiring: Communication Strategist (Water Business Group) in Salt Lake City

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, 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 a 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 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

HDR provides a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, 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 is $48,699–$92,760 depending on skills, experience, education, and geographical location.

Primary Location

United States – Nebraska – Omaha

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Marketing and Admin

Job Posting Date

Dec 16, 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.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management, Consulting, and Engineering (Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Design Services)