Description About Us At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Watch Our Story: We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward. Primary Responsibilities A Strategic Communications Consultant is a creative thinker and problem solver representing HDR at the highest levels of our clients' organizations. This includes the ability to communicate, coordinate, and schedule meetings with the Executive Director, Executive Leadership Team, Division or Department Manager or similar positions where client strategy, funding, and operational decisions are made. This candidate is innovative and has demonstrated the ability to bring new ideas, perspectives and tell a story to develop solutions for clients and build community connections. This position joins an industry leading practice of nearly 250 communication and management consulting practitioners across North America. With a rapidly evolving energy industry, this position would focus on energy related assignments at the onset and would leverage experience to integrate related service lines. Familiarity with traditional and renewable generation, transmission, new technologies, alternative fuels, energy market and other related topics required. Ability to work within a matrix environment collaborating with subject matter experts and develop and activate teams to respond to industry needs. Core characteristics of a Strategic Communications Consultant for this position include: Deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that infrastructure, specifically the energy industry, is facing today and will continue to face in the future. Strong writing expertise with specific experience in the energy industry (i.e. press releases, editorials, and communications campaign material, storytelling). Passion for translating technical details and jargon into simpler, more understandable copy and messaging; in fact, it is second nature. Exceptionally organized, with an almost obsessive attention to details, and highly driven with the ability to manage several tasks and deadlines. Has a track record of producing compelling stories that change attitudes and behaviors of distinct target markets. Is a self-starter who thrives and adapts in exceptionally fast-paced environments. Experience designing and executing strategic plans, stakeholder engagement campaigns and communication strategies in collaboration with internal resources. Trained or experienced facilitator comfortable working with large and small groups. Has the depth of experience to listen and help identify the problems to address. Maintains relationships at the highest levels of our clients' organization. May have prior working relationships with agency directors and/or leadership teams. May have held a leadership position in the public and/or private sector. Ability to quickly learn and/or understand the breadth of capabilities within HDR to leverage the appropriate resources. Experience managing projects including scope, schedule, budget and effectively collaborating and communication with various project disciples (internal and external). Ability to travel up to 20% to participate in industry conferences, client and project meetings, engagement meetings and workshops and HDR coordinat on meetings and events. This position requires an experienced professional who is passionate about strategic planning, creative writing, communications and stakeholder engagement with strong expertise in the power and infrastructure market. Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: Providing advisory and consulting services to executive level leadership across various industries including power, water, transportation and architecture. Driving market development in the Power Market Sector in partnership with the Resources Strategic Communication Director with a focus on the Minnesota, Wisconsin and northcentral markets. Advising communication and engagement strategy on planning, design, and construction projects. Managing strategic communication client programs and projects. Writing proposals and scopes and developing associated budgets. Leading strategic messaging direction for campaign activities. Directing customer-facing communication in a variety of mediums including social, print, video and web. Leading concept development, writing and editing of collateral materials such as surveys, newsletters, websites, handouts, videos, advertisements, press releases and public notices. Coordinating with creative disciplines including graphic design, web development and social media to maintain consistency of brand, saturation of messaging and user experience. Coordinating with technical disciplines to accurately translate technical content into easily digestible public facing content. *LI-BC1 Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in related field A minimum of 5 years related experience Efficient use of the internet and other electronic and hard copy media for research Strong Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Project and Visio skills Expert Microsoft Access and Excel skills Strong analytical skills with the ability to compile and present summary level information Ability to obtain, cleanse, merge and analyze data from multiple sources Excellent interpersonal skills and strong relationship, organizational and follow-up skills Self-starter with proven track record of accomplishments An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must Preferred Qualifications Master's degree Knowledge of ArcGIS, SQL Server and/or Crystal Reports Experience in an A/E/C industry Why HDR At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way. Primary Location:United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park Other Locations:United... For full info follow application link. At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law. CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law. At HDR, health and safety matters. For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy. If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.