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PCL Construction Services, Inc. Senior Communications Specialist in Minneapolis, Minnesota
The future you want is within reach. At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry. We're also looking at what's next for you and how we can help you build a career you're proud of. Here's how a(n)Senior Communications Specialistfor our Minneapolisoffice contributes to our team: Responsibilities Leads high-risk, complex, or multifaceted events that involve multiple stakeholders and requires consensus building. Coordinates deliverables with a team of individuals (creating a plan, delegating tasks, overseeing budget, etc.). Leads communication plans for mid-size to large projects and initiatives and ensures they are measurable. Coordinates and manages the resources and change management process to ensure success. Works collaboratively with creative professionals to create appropriate visual communications solutions. Aligns both written and visual communications to meet the business need. Communicates complex items through written communication that are tailored to the right audience. Provides recommendations on the appropriate communication medium and ensures PCL standards are met. Develops and executes external communication strategies for a topic/project/initiative. Collaborates with clients on social media and looks for opportunities to partner. Identifies potential risks on social media and recommends action. Monitors local media-relations efforts and responds to crisis communications. Leads and enhances brand awareness through internal/external communication. Provides superior editing and proofreading support. Qualifications Postsecondary degree or diploma in marketing, communications, journalism, or equivalent. 7 years of progressive experience in a communications role. Ability to create, execute, and manage a multifaceted communications plan. Demonstrates a high level of critical thinking and sound decision-making skills; ability to identify and mitigate risks. In-depth understanding of the various communications mediums and ability to determine appropriate communication medium for the situation. Ability to effectively apply visual communications assets in alignment to PCL's visual brand identity. Ability to coach and mentor entry-level communications professionals. Ability to interpret and use data analytics to analyze information and make recommendations. Advanced editing and proofreading skills with the ability to identify business priorities and potential sensitivities. Advanced skills with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams. The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status. PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. Any salary range displayed by a job board is an estimate. Your salary, which considers your unique qualifications and experience, is just one component of the robust total rewards you'll enjoy at PCL. This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching, a d career development programs. Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at with the position and location you are interested in. Together, we can build success and a better future. Let's get started! Employee Status:Regular Full-Time Company:PCL Construction Services, Inc. Primary Location:Minneapolis, Minnesota Job:Senior Communications Specialist Requisition:4815 Equal Employment Opportunity. Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability.