External Communications Specialist

Reporter Newspapers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 87,095 - 104,514; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking an External Communications Specialist to advance our reputation through strategic storytelling, media relations, and industry engagement. Based in our San Diego office, you will develop and coordinate communications materials, support outreach, and surface compelling stories across the business.

You will work with internal experts and leadership to produce thought leadership content, maintain editorial calendars, and track impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, or a related field.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in communications, public relations, journalism, content marketing, media relations, or a related discipline.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Strong interviewing, research, and information‑gathering capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to build relationships across an organization.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Draft and coordinate external communications materials, including press releases, media advisories, fact sheets, talking points, and briefing documents.
• Support media outreach, interview preparation, and relationship-building with industry media and other external stakeholders.
• Monitor industry developments and identify opportunities to increase visibility for SOLV Energy, its projects, and its leaders.
• Proactively identify, develop, and create content that highlights SOLV Energy's people, projects, innovations, partnerships, and industry expertise.
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal subject matter experts, project teams, and business leaders to surface emerging stories.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Storytelling

Interviewing

Research

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Solv Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description Summary

The External Communications Specialist helps position SOLV Energy as a leading energy infrastructure services provider through strategic storytelling, media relations support, thought leadership content, and industry engagement. This role proactively identifies and develops opportunities to showcase SOLV Energy's people, projects, expertise, and impact while building relationships across the business to surface compelling stories and strengthen the company's reputation among key external audiences. This role is based full-time in our office in San Diego, Ca. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Position Responsibilities and Duties

Media Relations & External Communications

• Draft and coordinate external communications materials, including press releases, media advisories, fact sheets, talking points, and briefing documents. Support media outreach efforts, interview preparation, and relationship‑building with industry media and other external stakeholders. Monitor industry developments and identify opportunities to increase visibility for SOLV Energy, its projects, and its leaders.

Storytelling & Content Development

• Proactively identify, develop, and create content that highlights SOLV Energy's people, projects, innovations, partnerships, and industry expertise. Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal subject matter experts, project teams, and business leaders to identify emerging stories, innovations, and communications opportunities. Conduct research and interviews to gather information and develop compelling communications content. Develop a variety of content, including thought leadership articles, project spotlights, and LinkedIn content. Translate technical information into clear, compelling content for external audiences. Contribute ideas that support long‑term storytelling, reputation‑building, and business objectives.

Industry Intelligence & Thought Leadership

• Monitor industry, competitor, and company news and prepare regular reports highlighting key trends, opportunities, and potential reputational considerations. Stay informed on energy, infrastructure, construction, engineering, and adjacent industry developments to identify topics and trends relevant to SOLV Energy’s business and communications strategy. Support executive visibility and thought leadership initiatives through research, messaging development, speaking materials, and event communications. Contribute ideas and recommendations that support SOLV Energy’s long‑term reputation and communications objectives.

Digital Communications & Employee Advocacy

• Lead content planning, publishing, and performance tracking for SOLV Energy’s LinkedIn presence. Support the development and execution of employee advocacy initiatives by creating engaging content and monitoring participation and results. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to amplify company announcements, project milestones, and thought leadership content.

Planning & Collaboration

• Maintain and coordinate the external communications editorial calendar. Partner with Communications, Marketing, Business Development, Operations, and company leadership to support integrated communications initiatives. Coordinate with creative resources to develop visual assets that support external storytelling and communications goals. Manage multiple projects and deadlines while ensuring consistency of messaging and alignment with company priorities.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, or a related field.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in communications, public relations, journalism, content marketing, media relations, or a related discipline.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Strong interviewing, research, and information‑gathering capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to build relationships across an organization.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.
• Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation

• Compensation Range: $87,095.00 - $104,514.00
• Pay Rate Type: Salary

Job Number

J13731

Equal Opportunity Employer

Solv Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Solv Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. Solv Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status or any other characteristic protected by law.