Communication Specialist

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Communications Specialist to join the Resources Business Group Communications team. You will help develop and execute best-in-class internal and external communications programs that strengthen HDR’s brand, reinforce our values, and elevate our reputation across the power, industrial and waste markets.

Leveraging strong communications project coordination skills, you’ll create high-impact content, coordinate HDR’s biennial internal conference, and deliver a memorable employee

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a communications field (social media, event planning, community engagement, marketing, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with multiple teams as well as in a team
• Strong interpersonal skills and positive attitude
• Comfortable working with senior leaders and cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic and tactical work in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Drive the planning and execution of the biennial internal conference for the RBG
• Manage communications database information and web-based project tools (e.g., Adobe, SharePoint, staging sites, logs)
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and subject matter experts to develop engaging content reflecting HDR’s brand across markets
• Develop engaging internal communications content (announcements, presentations, videos, webinars)
• Organize and evaluate analytics from multiple sources (e.g., Google Analytics, social platforms) to inform content strategy
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Social media

Event planning

Community engagement

Public involvement

Communication skills

Descriptive writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
As a valued member of the Resources Business Group (RBG) Communications team, you will help develop and execute best-in-class internal and external communications programs that strengthen our brand, reinforce our values, and elevate our reputation across the power, industrial and waste markets.

Leveraging strong communications project coordination/management skills and a passion for storytelling, you’ll create high-impact, data-informed content that engages audiences and supports business objectives. You will also serve as a key player in the planning and execution of RBG’s biennial internal conference, coordinating logistics, managing stakeholder relationships, and delivering a memorable employee experience.

Using a variety of channels, including HDR’s website, social media platforms, email communications, and intranet, you will bring compelling stories to life and highlight the impact of our work through projects and thought leadership. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive and driven to deliver exceptional results.

In the role of Communications Specialist, we'll count on you to:

Drive the planning and execution of RBG’s biennial internal conference

Manage communications database information and web-based project management tools (e.g., Adobe, SharePoint, staging sites, contact logs, etc.)

Work with engineers, architects, designers and other subject matter experts to develop and write engaging content that reflects HDR’s brand across the power, industrial and waste markets, in order to elevate thought leadership, people and project work (e.g., bios, project stories, articles, news releases, social media posts)

Develop engaging internal communications content (e.g., announcements, presentations, videos, live meetings and webinars)

Organize and evaluate analytics from multiple sources (e.g., Google Analytics, social media platforms) to inform content strategy

Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of industry expertise

Comfortable working across multiple time zones as part of a virtual team

Self-motivated and managed, but values feedback and collaboration

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
• Experience in a communications field of expertise: social media, event planning, community engagement, target marketing, descriptive writing, public involvement, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and ability to work independent with multiple teams as well as team oriented
• Great interpersonal and communication skills - positive outlook and attitude
• High aptitude for managing and solving tactical issues
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• Comfortable and competent while working with senior leaders and managing cross-functional efforts
• Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
• Committed to quality, continuous improvement, and HDR values
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite - InDesign
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Industry

Marketing/Communications

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Marketing and Admin

Job Posting

Sep 28, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee.
We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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