Public Relations & Technical Writer

MWH Constructors, Inc.; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible time off

401(k) matching

Life insurance

AD&D

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays

Referral program

Job summary

MWH Constructors, Inc. is seeking a Public Relations & Technical Writer to support communication, marketing, and business development from the Phoenix, AZ or Corona, CA office.

The role focuses on producing and maintaining public relations materials, technical docs, proposals, and marketing content to promote services and strategic growth. The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years in PR/communications/technical writing, strong writing/editing skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, Technical Writing, or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in public relations, communications, marketing, technical writing, proposal development, business development support, or related field.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and content development skills, with experience producing business, technical, digital, and marketing communications for diverse audiences.
• Experience developing, reviewing, and maintaining marketing collateral, proposal content, capability statements, project profiles, and other business development materials.
• Ability to translate complex technical or operational information into clear, concise, audience-appropriate content.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint) and familiarity with content management, proposal management, and document control systems.
• Working knowledge of branding standards, AP Style, business writing best practices, and quality assurance processes.
• Experience collaborating with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to gather information, develop content, and meet project deadlines.
• Strong organizational, project management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently and within a team environment.
• Experience supporting proposals in government contracting, AEC, professional services, or related industries, as well as familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and maintaining proposal libraries and corporate marketing assets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain press releases, media advisories, company announcements, and other external communication materials.
• Draft content for newsletters, website updates, social media platforms, case studies, success stories, and other marketing and communication channels.
• Assist in the implementation of public relations initiatives designed to promote organizational programs, services, capabilities, and achievements.
• Monitor media coverage and compile reports on public relations activities and outcomes.
• Maintain media lists and support media outreach efforts as directed.
• Assist with planning and coordination of company events, community outreach programs, trade shows, and promotional activities.
• Ensure communications align with established organizational branding and messaging standards.
• Create, edit, and maintain technical documentation, including user guides, procedures, training materials, FAQs, process documentation, and knowledge base content.
• Support the development, review, and editing of proposal responses, qualifications packages, capability statements, and other business development materials.
• Review, curate, organize, and maintain marketing and proposal collateral to ensure content remains current, accurate, compliant, and aligned with company branding standards.
• Collaborate with business development, marketing, and operational teams to gather information and develop compelling proposals and marketing content.
• Maintain a centralized repository of proposal assets, project descriptions, resumes, past performance information, and marketing materials.
• Identify opportunities to improve the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of marketing and proposal content.
• Translate complex technical information into clear and understandable content for customers, stakeholders, and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather, verify, and organize information for documentation and proposal projects.
• Review and update existing documentation and collateral to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency.

Skills

Public relations

Technical writing

Content development

Editing and proofreading

Marketing communications

Proposal development

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Content management systems

Job description

life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, short term disability, long term disability, flex time, 401(k)

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking a Public Relations & Technical Writer to work from our Phoenix AZ or Corona, CA office.

The Public Relations & Technical Writer is responsible for supporting the organization's communication, marketing, and business development objectives through the creation, review, and maintenance of public relations materials, technical documentation, proposal content, and marketing collateral. The position collaborates with stakeholders across the organization to produce clear, accurate, and compelling content that promotes the company's services, supports strategic growth initiatives, and communicates technical information effectively to a variety of audiences. This role also serves as a steward of the organization's marketing and proposal resources, ensuring materials remain current, organized, and aligned with corporate branding and messaging standards.

Essential Functions

Public Relations, Marketing & Communications

• Develop and maintain press releases, media advisories, company announcements, and other external communication materials.
• Draft content for newsletters, website updates, social media platforms, case studies, success stories, and other marketing and communication channels.
• Assist in the implementation of public relations initiatives designed to promote organizational programs, services, capabilities, and achievements.
• Monitor media coverage and compile reports on public relations activities and outcomes.
• Maintain media lists and support media outreach efforts as directed.
• Assist with planning and coordination of company events, community outreach programs, trade shows, and promotional activities.
• Ensure communications align with established organizational branding and messaging standards.

Technical Writing, Proposal & Content Management

• Create, edit, and maintain technical documentation, including user guides, procedures, training materials, FAQs, process documentation, and knowledge base content.
• Support the development, review, and editing of proposal responses, qualifications packages, capability statements, and other business development materials.
• Review, curate, organize, and maintain marketing and proposal collateral to ensure content remains current, accurate, compliant, and aligned with company branding standards.
• Collaborate with business development, marketing, and operational teams to gather information and develop compelling proposals and marketing content.
• Maintain a centralized repository of proposal assets, project descriptions, resumes, past performance information, and marketing materials.
• Identify opportunities to improve the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of marketing and proposal content.
• Translate complex technical information into clear and understandable content for customers, stakeholders, and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather, verify, and organize information for documentation and proposal projects.
• Review and update existing documentation and collateral to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, Technical Writing, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in public relations, communications, marketing, technical writing, proposal development, business development support, or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and content development skills, with experience producing business, technical, digital, and marketing communications for diverse audiences.
• Experience developing, reviewing, and maintaining marketing collateral, proposal content, capability statements, project profiles, and other business development materials.
• Ability to translate complex technical or operational information into clear, concise, audience-appropriate content.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint) and familiarity with content management, proposal management, and document control systems.
• Working knowledge of branding standards, AP Style, business writing best practices, and quality assurance processes.
• Experience collaborating with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to gather information, develop content, and meet project deadlines.
• Strong organizational, project management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently and within a team environment.
• Experience supporting proposals in government contracting, AEC, professional services, or related industries, as well as familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and maintaining proposal libraries and corporate marketing assets.

KPIs

• Deliver high-quality communications, technical documentation, marketing materials, and proposal content, on-time with minimal revisions.
• Develop, maintain, and update marketing, proposal, and technical content to ensure accuracy, consistency, brand alignment, and compliance with company standards.
• Support proposal efforts by providing timely, high-quality content, project descriptions, resumes, capability statements, and related materials for assigned pursuits.
• Maintain organized and current content repositories, including proposal libraries, marketing assets, technical documentation, and knowledge bases.
• Collaborate effectively with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to gather information, meet project deadlines, and deliver stakeholder-focused solutions.
• Demonstrate responsiveness, professionalism, accountability, and a customer-service mindset while supporting internal clients and team objectives.
• Utilize Microsoft Office, content management systems, and design/marketing tools effectively to improve productivity and work quality.
• Pursue continuous professional development by seeking feedback, strengthening communication and technical skills, and applying lessons learned to improve performance and team success.

Compensation

• Anticipated budgeted salary for this position is at $70,000 - $90,000 a year based on experience.
• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company's multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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