via LinkedIn
$70K - 90K a year
Lead communications projects, manage client relationships, and develop strategic communications plans across multiple platforms.
7+ years management experience, excellent communication skills, proficiency with Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office, and ability to work with senior leaders in a fast-paced environment.
HDR is a company focused on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for its employee-owners. They are seeking a Strategic Communications Project Manager who will lead high-profile meetings, manage client relationships, and develop communications plans to effectively convey messages across various platforms. Responsibilities • Lead high-profile meetings with the public, clients, and project stakeholders • Lead work with creative disciplines including graphic design, web development, and social media • Create and implement communications plans that include target audience strategies, marketing, advertising plans, and collateral material development • Develop and manage project scopes and budgets • Work on multi-disciplinary teams and collaborate effectively with colleagues on campaign development activities • Define and communicate messages through writing • Manage client relationships and foster new ones • Organize and manage multiple projects at once Skills • A minimum of 7 years relevant industry experience, including management experience • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Self-motivated and ability to work independent with multiple teams as well as team oriented • Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills • 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 • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, or closely related field • 10+ years of relevant experience • Previous consulting experience • Previous experience with water and wastewater projects • Knowledge and experience developing and implementing communications plans and campaigns • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Experience writing for multiple mediums • Willingness to travel to support our work across the Mid-Atlantic region • Preference given to local candidates Benefits • 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 • Tuition reimbursement Company Overview • HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No. It was founded in 1917, and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.hdrinc.com.
This job posting was last updated on 3/19/2026