Communications Specialist

Bechtel Oil, Gas & Chemicals Incorporated; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering company in Riyadh seeks an experienced communications specialist to manage corporate affairs and communications programs. The successful candidate will administer strategies for press releases and community engagement, requiring a strong background in internal communications. Ideal applicants should have a bachelor's degree and significant experience in strategic initiative driving. Proficiency in Microsoft applications is essential, and Arabic is preferred.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of relevant experience, or 12–14 years of work experience.
• At least 5 years’ experience in internal communications or digital communications.

Responsibilities

• Administer development and execution of communications programs.
• Research, write, and maintain content for press releases and articles.
• Coordinate community outreach programs and employee meetings.
• Analyze impact of social responsibility programs on stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic initiative driving

Interpersonal skills

Dynamic problem-solving

Internal communications

Content production for multiple channels

Stakeholder engagement

Digital skills (SharePoint)

Microsoft applications proficiency

Arabic language

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Viva Suite

Job description

Job Summary:

In this role, you will administer the development, management, and execution of corporate affairs and communications programs. You will research, write, edit, and maintain content for press releases on Bechtel projects, personnel, technical innovations, new job awards, and other activities. Your coordination of program elements will help drive impactful and strategic communication for Bechtel.

Major Responsibilities:

• Administers the development, management, and execution of corporate and public affairs and communications programs in support of a project or corporate group
• Performs research and special assignments as assigned
• Researches, writes, edits, and maintains content for press releases and articles on Bechtel projects, personnel, technical innovations, new job awards, and other Bechtel activities
• Coordinates the preparation, clearing, and releasing of information, articles, photographs, and video to newspapers, magazines, and television
• Researches, writes, edits, and maintains content for stories and articles for a variety of Bechtel publications and websites
• Independently researches story ideas, conducts interviews with senior management or with persons external to Bechtel, and coordinates the necessary photography in support of the article
• Supports the communications function, including researching, writing, editing, and maintaining content for face‑to‑face engagement, electronic news, intranet management, and change management activities
• Supporting stakeholder relations strategies and tactics
• Coordinates and plans all‑employee meetings, community outreach programs, and other events, including presentations and logistics
• Collects information and analyzes the impact of the organization’s social responsibility programs and activities on key stakeholders

Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 8–10 years of relevant experience or 12–14 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and:

• Experience driving strategic initiatives
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• A creative and dynamic approach to problem‑solving
• At least 5 years’ experience working in an internal communications team or digital communications team with an internal focus
• Experience of producing content for multiple channels
• Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders
• Strong digital skills including SharePoint and other delivery channels
• Proficient in Microsoft applications – particularly PowerPoint, Word and Viva Suite
• Arabic speaker preferred but not required

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong–where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e‑mail their request to [e-mail]