District Communications Leader

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

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Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision plans

Retirement plan

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a District Communications Leader to develop and lead a comprehensive communications strategy for KIWE, serving as the primary advisor to district leadership on communication strategy and change management.

Based in Lenexa, KS, the role focuses on planning, alignment, engagement, and organizational effectiveness, with responsibilities spanning executive messaging, internal campaigns, and content development to strengthen culture and drive business outcomes.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive communications experience with proven success developing and executing strategic plans.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Experience advising senior leaders and influencing strategy at an organizational level.
• Strong ability to translate complex topics into clear, actionable messages.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own district-wide communications strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Partner with district leadership to identify needs, risks, and messaging priorities.
• Create annual and quarterly communication plans supporting goals and engagement.
• Draft and manage executive communications and leadership announcements.
• Lead internal communication campaigns and measure effectiveness.

Skills

Strategic communications

Executive presence

Writing and storytelling

Advising senior leaders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

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Home District/Group:Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering

Department:Communication

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit is seeking a strategic and experienced District Communications Leader to develop, lead, and execute a comprehensive communications strategy for our Industrial & Water Engineering (KIWE) business. The District Communications Leader will serve as the primary communications advisor to district leadership, helping shape how information is delivered, understood, and acted upon across the organization. While strong writing and creative capabilities are essential, this position is first and foremost a strategic communications role focused on planning, alignment, engagement, and organizational effectiveness.

The successful candidate will build communication frameworks, drive consistency in messaging, advise leaders on communication approaches, and create impactful communications that strengthen employee engagement, support business initiatives, and enhance organizational culture.

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service engineering consulting and design firm serving a broad range of industrial markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,300 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve the industrial, transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Our operations-focused engineering provides our clients with safe and efficient facilities, and it integrates our 130 years of construction experience to finish projects on time and to make sure that Nobody Gets Hurt.
Our rapidly growing Industrial and Water Engineering team, which includes process, mechanical, electrical, controls, structural, architectural, geotechnical, and civil disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on EPC (Engineer Procure Construct) and design-build delivery of industrial projects in markets such as Food & Beverage, Mineral Processing, Renewable Fuels, Pulp and Paper, Steel & Aluminum, Industrial Buildings, and Industrial Energy, Water and Utilities.

Location

This role will be based out of Lenexa, Kansas office.

Responsibilities

Strategic Communications Leadership

• Develop and own the district-wide communications strategy aligned with business objectives and leadership priorities.
• Partner with district leadership to identify communication needs, opportunities, risks, and key messaging priorities.
• Create annual and quarterly communication plans that support organizational goals, operational changes, growth initiatives, and employee engagement efforts.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on communication strategy, messaging, and change management.

Executive & Leadership Communications

• Draft and manage executive communications, leadership announcements, organizational updates, and strategic messaging.
• Develop communication materials for town halls, leadership meetings, business updates, and employee forums.
• Ensure leaders are equipped with clear, consistent messaging that drives understanding and alignment across the organization.
• Translate complex business topics into clear, compelling communications for diverse audiences.

Internal Communications & Employee Engagement

• Lead district-wide internal communication efforts across multiple channels.
• Create and manage employee communication campaigns that support key business initiatives, culture, safety, recognition, people development, and organizational changes.
• Develop communication tools and resources that improve information flow and employee engagement.
• Measure communication effectiveness and continuously improve communication approaches based on feedback and business needs.

Content Development & Storytelling

• Write and edit high-impact communications including leadership memos, organizational announcements, newsletters, success stories, presentations, and strategic updates.
• Identify and tell compelling stories that showcase employee achievements, project accomplishments, innovation, and organizational culture.
• Ensure all communications reflect Kiewit's values, voice, and brand standards.
• Collaborate with business leaders and subject matter experts to gather information and develop engaging content.

Stakeholder Partnership

• Build strong relationships with district leadership, HR, recruiting, operations, project teams, and corporate communications.
• Coordinate messaging across functions to ensure alignment and consistency.
• Support special initiatives, strategic projects, and organizational transformations through effective communication planning and execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Organizational Communication, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive communications experience with demonstrated success developing and executing strategic communication plans.
• Experience advising senior leaders and influencing communication strategy at an organizational level.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to build credibility and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to translate complex business information into concise, engaging communications.

Preferred

• Experience supporting engineering, construction, industrial, energy, or professional services organizations.
• Background in change management and organizational communications.
• Experience developing executive presentations and leadership messaging.
• Familiarity with employee engagement strategies and internal communication platforms.
• Experience working in matrixed organizations with geographically dispersed teams.

Other Requirements:

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry.From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.