Communications Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Communication Specialist

Equans North America | New York City, NY

Join Equans

Equans is a global leader in technical services, supporting the energy, industrial and digital transitions of its customers. In North America, Equans operates through a network of specialized local companies across the United States and Canada, delivering innovative solutions in electrical, mechanical, digital infrastructure and energy services markets.

Equans North America employs more than 8,000 people and generates over $2.8 billion in annual revenue. As Equans continues to grow across the region, communication, employee engagement and brand visibility play a critical role in supporting our development.

The opportunity

Equans North America is seeking a Communication Specialist to join its corporate team in New York City.

Reporting directly to the Head of Strategy, Communications and M&A, the successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening both internal and external communications across the region. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and support strategic initiatives across a fast-growing organization. The role combines communications, marketing, employer branding and ESG engagement, while providing exposure to corporate development and regional growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead internal communication initiatives across North America by coordinating campaigns, managing the Ambassador program

· Develop employee communications, leadership messages, newsletters, and company announcements

· Create employee spotlight stories, project success stories, and corporate content

· Support planning and communications for the annual North America Leadership Convention.

· Support employee engagement and culture-building initiatives

· Manage employer branding content and create content highlighting major projects, customer successes, innovation initiatives and employee achievements

· Coordinate communications related to sustainability and ESG reporting, performance indicators and promote success stories and best practices

· Develop presentations and strategic communication materials, and manager the content for our presence on LinkedIn and other digital channels

· Ensure consistency of messaging and brand standards across the organization

Must have Qualifications

- Experience in an industrial, construction, energy or technical services environment is preferred.

- 3 to 7 years of professional experience in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field.

- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

-Years experience working in the following industries; construction, engineering, energy & utilities, manufacturing/industrial

-Ability to work full-time onsite

-French Language proficiency

Skills & Competencies

- Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

- Strong writing, editing, storytelling and content development skills

- Creative mindset combined with a pragmatic, results-oriented approach.

- Experience with Canva, video editing tools or marketing platforms

- Ability to travel periodically for events, project visits, content development, and Operating Company Collaboration