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The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.\nAs a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.\nJob Summary:\nDevelops and executes external communications plans that enhance organizational reputation and visibility. Leads the creation of advanced content and storytelling across multiple channels, applying expert writing and editing skills to ensure alignment with brand and business objectives. 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Provides guidance to peers and contributes to process improvements and best practices within the communications function.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDevelops and implements communications plans for specific initiatives, campaigns, or projects in collaboration with business and Communications + Brand partners.\nLeads drafting and editing of complex external materials, including executive messaging, feature stories, and press releases.\nCultivates and manages relationships with external media, industry partners, and community organizations to support earned media strategies.\nAnalyzes communication performance metrics and develops recommendations for improving message reach and engagement.\nMentors less experienced specialists, reviewing materials to ensure quality and adherence to organizational standards.\nCoordinates cross-functional contributions to ensure integrated communication outcomes.\nEnsures alignment of all messaging and materials with organizational strategy, values, and compliance requirements.\nEducation Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.\nWork Experience:\n5-7 years of experience in communications, journalism, or a related field required.\nCertifications and Licenses:\nAPR or CMP certification preferred.\nThis role partners with construction and marketing teams on project communications plans, proactively pitches stories, builds reporter relationships, and manages routine media inquiries. 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