Senior Strategic Communications Coordinator

Senior Strategic Communications Coordinator - ( 195162 )

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?

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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 transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you’re modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

In the role of Senior Strategic Communications Coordinator, we'll count on you to:

Support the development and implementation of communication and engagement plans, including target audience strategy,

Write copy for communication pieces including talking points, media releases, social media, project materials, and video scripts

Coordinate formal and informal public meetings, hearings, open houses, workshops, advisory committees, or other stakeholder meetings

Organize meeting logistics and vendor management

Develop and implement task workback schedules and meeting plans

Coordinate the production and distribution of outreach materials such as newsletters, websites, handouts, presentations, advertisements, door hangers, press releases, and mailings

Collaborate with specialists in social media, web, graphics, and video to produce outreach tools and materials

Identify stakeholders and manage the development of distribution lists

Develop and maintain project-specific comment management databases and coordinate responses to comment according to protocols

Research of industry trends, stakeholders, and policy

Document outreach activities, including activity tracking and reporting

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Keywords: Senior Strategic Communications Coordinator, strategic communications, stakeholder meetings

Preferred Qualifications

Fluency in Spanish & English

Willingness to travel (up to 20% of time)

Ability to drive or independently get oneself to project locations

Desire to learn and grow professionally

Creativity and ability to think outside the box

Experience working with remote teams/clients

General professionalism and ability to represent HDR in front of clients

Proficiency in Microsoft Office products

Required Qualifications

A minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience

Experience leading social media campaigns

Service- and client-oriented personality with the ability to handle multiple assignments at a time and set and meet deadlines

Self-starter; can work well independently or in a team environment

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills

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

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

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 our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location
United States-California-Riverside

Industry
Strategic Communications

Schedule
Full-time

Employee Status
Regular

BusinessClass : Strategic Communications

Job Posting
Aug 18, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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