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Strategic Communications Leader

Performance Contracting, Inc, Lenexa, KS, United States


Company Overview
Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.

Performance Contracting Group (PCG), located in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Strategic Communications Leader to define how we connect, inform, and inspire our employees and stakeholders. This role shapes both internal and external communications, bringing our brand, strategy, and culture to life across the organization.

You’ll partner with senior leaders, build scalable communication systems, and lead a high-performing team to ensure our messaging is clear, aligned, and impactful.

What You’ll Do
Drive Strategic Communications

Develop and execute an integrated internal and external communications strategy aligned to business priorities

Advise senior leaders on messaging, positioning, and communication approach

Align messaging across teams, initiatives, and channels

Lead Internal Communications & Engagement

Oversee enterprise internal communications and channels (including intranet and digital platforms)

Create toolkits and resources that enable leaders to communicate effectively

Deliver clear, consistent messaging that reaches both field and office employees

Strengthen Brand & External Presence

Lead external storytelling including press, social media, and thought leadership

Partner with Marketing to ensure a consistent brand voice across all channels

Maintain brand standards and communication governance

Lead & Develop the Team

Manage and coach a communications team, setting clear goals and expectations

Foster collaboration across Marketing, IT, and Operations

Drive innovation through tools, analytics, and emerging technologies

Measure Impact & Support Change

Track communication effectiveness through data and engagement metricsSupport enterprise change initiatives with clear, effective messaging

Reinforce company culture, purpose, and values through communication

Salary
$95,000-$129,000 annual salary plus non-guaranteed annualized bonus program.

Basic Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, PR, Marketing, or related field

7+ years of communications experience in a complex organization

3+ years of leadership or cross-functional influence

Strong writing, storytelling, and executive communication skills

Ability to connect communication strategy to business outcomes

Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Background in both internal and external communications

Familiarity with digital platforms, analytics, and emerging tools (including AI)

Why This Role
This is a high-impact leadership role where you will shape how a growing, national organization communicates, aligns, and scales. You will play a critical role in strengthening culture, driving clarity, and elevating how we show up, both internally and externally.

Success in This Role
Success in this role requires someone who is:

A strategic thinker who connects business goals to communication

A trusted advisor who influences leaders with clarity and confidence

A strong operator who balances vision with execution

A collaborative leader who develops and elevates others

Digitally savvy and guided by data

Committed to continuous improvement and innovation

At Performance Contracting, our employees are our greatest asset. We put our people first and are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our employees at every stage of life.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement savings plan with match

Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option

Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits

Employee assistance program (EAP)Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

PCG provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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