Senior External Communications Strategist

DPR Construction; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction in Newport Beach, CA seeks an experienced communications professional to develop and execute external plans, craft compelling content, and align storytelling with brand goals. You will partner with internal teams to promote key stories, initiatives, and thought leadership.

This role emphasizes writing and editing, media relations, and performance analysis, with mentoring of junior staff and cross‑functional coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements communications plans for specific initiatives, campaigns, or projects in collaboration with business and Communications + Brand partners.
• Leads drafting and editing of complex external materials, including executive messaging, feature stories, and press releases.
• Cultivates and manages relationships with external media, industry partners, and community organizations to support earned media strategies.
• Analyzes communication performance metrics and develops recommendations for improving message reach and engagement.
• Mentors less experienced specialists, reviewing materials to ensure quality and adherence to organizational standards.
• Coordinates cross-functional contributions to ensure integrated communication outcomes.
• Ensures alignment of all messaging and materials with organizational strategy, values, and compliance requirements.

Skills

External communications

Writing & editing

Media relations

Mentoring

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications

Job description

DPR Construction in Newport Beach, CA seeks an experienced communications professional to develop and execute external plans, craft compelling content, and align storytelling with brand goals. You will partner with internal teams to promote key stories, initiatives, and thought leadership.

This role emphasizes writing and editing, media relations, and performance analysis, with mentoring of junior staff and cross‑functional coordination.