External Communications Lead

DPR Construction; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 121,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

DPR Construction in Phoenix is seeking a senior communications leader to drive external communications and brand visibility. This role oversees a team of professionals, shaping messaging across media relations, content strategy, and editorial planning to support organizational objectives.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in communications, with 2–3 years in supervision, and a degree in a related field. APR or CMP certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.
• 7+ years of experience in communications, including 2–3 years in a supervisory capacity required.
• APR or CMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages planning and execution of external communications campaigns, ensuring integration across channels and alignment with company priorities.
• Supervises a team of communications professionals, providing direction, feedback, and professional development support.
• Develops and manages media relations strategy, including proactive and reactive communications.
• Oversees editorial planning and content creation processes to ensure quality and consistency.
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders to align messaging with organizational and regional strategies.
• Tracks communications performance metrics and provides leadership with insights and recommendations.
• Ensures adherence to brand, legal, and ethical communication standards.

Skills

Strategic communications

Media relations

Team leadership

Editorial planning

Content strategy

Analytics & metrics

Education

APR or CMP certification preferred

Job description

DPR Construction in Phoenix is seeking a senior communications leader to drive external communications and brand visibility. This role oversees a team of professionals, shaping messaging across media relations, content strategy, and editorial planning to support organizational objectives.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in communications, with 2–3 years in supervision, and a degree in a related field. APR or CMP certification is preferred.