Strategic Communications Director & Brand Storytelling Leader

Alfred Benesch & Company; Manhattan (KS); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Benesch, a multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm, is seeking a Communications Director to lead our company-wide communications strategy and strengthen connections with employees, clients, industry partners, and communities. This is a high-visibility role shaping Benesch's voice, messaging, and brand across internal and external channels.

The ideal candidate is a strategic communications leader with exceptional storytelling, who will advise executive leadership,

Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to translate complex topics into clear communications.
• Experience advising executive leadership on strategic communications.
• Experience leading and developing communications professionals.
• Knowledge of brand strategy, reputation management, and digital analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead integrated company-wide communications strategy.
• Strengthen Benesch's reputation within the AEC industry and communities.
• Lead the communications team and collaborate with technical experts and business leaders.
• Oversee website content, digital channels, and social media.
• Measure effectiveness using analytics and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Storytelling

Content development

Strategic thinking

Public relations

Leadership

Influencing

Education

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

Job description

Benesch, a multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm, is seeking a Communications Director to lead our company-wide communications strategy and strengthen connections with employees, clients, industry partners, and communities. This is a high-visibility role shaping Benesch's voice, messaging, and brand across internal and external channels.

The ideal candidate is a strategic communications leader with exceptional storytelling, who will advise executive leadership,