Communications Specialist

at  VHB

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-4 years of experience supporting marketing communications.
• BA in Marketing, English, Communications, Journalism, or related

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to write for various platforms (i.e., print, web, social media).
• Ability to translate complex concepts into lay terms.
• Ability to work independently and concurrently on multiple projects to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality.
• AEC industry experience a plus.
• Ability to identify and seek needed information/research skills.
• Team oriented with ability to collaborate effectively and positively with coworkers.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to move projects forward.
• Skills and knowledge must be commensurate with required experience and job level.

• Participates in strategic communications planning discussions and development across six markets and 13 offices throughout the region.
• Drafts written content for internal and external communications materials (e.g., social media, corporate website, internal newsletters, press releases, email campaigns, digital brochures).
• Interviews technical team members and subject matter experts to glean information for communications materials.
• Supports earned media efforts through media research, development and dissemination of press materials, and targeted media outreach (email, phone and in person).
• Researches and identifies visibility and relationship-building opportunities (e.g., conferences and industry events), working closely with technical and marketing team members to identify and implement meaningful engagement opportunities, such as presentations, speaking opportunities, and sponsorships.
• Drafts and/or reviews award submittals and presentation abstracts aimed at securing meaningful visibility opportunities for VHB people and projects.
• Drafts, reviews, and edits messages to make certain that they are clear, thorough, on-brand, and seek to preserve VHB’s image.
• Plans, coordinates, and promotes external publicity events and activities, as well as internal events (e.g., webinars, Lunch & Learns).
• Researches targeted audiences and suggests ways of tailoring messages and maximizing engagement.
• Collects measurement data and develops reports on the performance of specific communications or campaigns.
• Tracks assignment activity and progress using project management software.
• Maintains VHB’s brand and voice standards across all communications.
• Provides quality checks for visibility materials, editing written materials for clarity, brand/goal alignment, and adherence to VHB style guidelines.
• Provides occasional support to Corporate Social Media Specialist, including coordination and review of posts for VHB Brand channels and link sharing.
• Participates in professional and personal development aligned with career goals.
• Travels to VHB’s regional offices as needed to facilitate in-person discussions, collaboration, and relationship building.
• Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and VHB policies and procedures.