Communications Specialist

Application Instructions

Formed in 1998, Ideal Contracting is one of the largest construction companies in Michigan, with growing operations nationwide. Ideal Contracting has earned a strong reputation for excellence in its field, receiving local and national recognition for our service, quality, efficiency, safety, and innovative construction techniques.

Ideal Contracting is a general contractor with extensive self-perform services, flexible delivery methods, and a successful portfolio of projects for clients in a wide range of markets. Our loyal, dependable team of 350+ self-perform professionals and 150+ full-time staff help support our company's mission to deliver long-term value to our clients through results, trust, experience, and quality while building strong communities where we work and live.

Ideal Contracting strives to create a unique environment where employees are given an opportunity to shine within the workplace and the community. Our company maintains a strong presence within our neighborhoods and places an inherent value on making a lasting, positive impact.

The position offers an attractive benefit package that includes medical insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, HMO and Health Savings plan options available), dental coverage, vision coverage, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability plans on the first of the month following the date of hire. Paid time off and 401K plan offered upon reaching eligibility.

Position Description

Working under the Marketing Manager, this role will create and coordinate written content across Ideal Group and its companies, with the majority of the role focused on supporting Ideal Contracting. From proposals and marketing materials to social media, blog posts, employee communications, and special initiatives, the Communications Specialist will help ensure our companies are communicating consistently and effectively. The desired candidate is an excellent writer with a strong attention to detail and an eye for how words, photography, and design work together.

Content & Copywriting

• Write, edit, and proofread content for a wide range of marketing and communications materials across Ideal Group and its companies, with a primary focus on Ideal Contracting.
• Develop compelling copy for proposals and qualifications packages; project descriptions and case studies; social media captions; blog posts and articles; website content; newsletters; brochures and one-pagers; advertisements; presentations; employee communications; and company announcements.
• Interview employees, project teams, leadership, and subject matter experts to gather information and develop stories.
• Translate technical or industry-specific information into clear, engaging content for clients, employees, prospective employees, and community audiences.
• Identify opportunities to tell stories about projects, people, capabilities, company milestones, culture, community involvement, workforce development, and innovation.
• Repurpose existing content into new formats and channels.
• Edit content for grammar, accuracy, clarity, consistency, and brand voice.
• Adjust messaging and tone for different companies, audiences, industries, and communication channels.

Brand & Communications

• Help maintain a consistent voice and messaging approach across Ideal Group and its companies while recognizing the unique identity of each business.
• Support the development of messaging for company initiatives, campaigns, capabilities, and strategic priorities.
• Develop internal communications, employee announcements, and other company communications as needed.
• Maintain a library of approved company information, messaging, project descriptions, biographies, and other reusable content.
• Help ensure marketing and communications materials are accurate, current, polished, and on-brand.
• Collaborate with the designer, videographer, and other team members to ensure that the written and visual content work together effectively.

Marketing Coordination

• Work closely with the Marketing Manager to coordinate content projects and meet deadlines.
• Manage multiple writing assignments and priorities across Ideal Contracting and other Ideal companies.
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather information, obtain approvals, and move projects from concept to completion.
• Maintain organized content files, resources, templates, and project information.
• Support the Marketing Manager and broader Marketing team with research, content development, and other marketing initiatives.

Essential Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• • Lift, handle, and carry materials, equipment, and supplies as necessary up to five (5) pounds.
  • Lift five (5) pounds floor to waist, lift five (5) pounds waist to shoulder, lift and carry up to five (5) pounds, and push/pull five (5) pounds.
  • Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
  • Coordination necessary to operate computers and office equipment with pushbuttons and/or touch screens.

Essential Communication Skills:

• • Read and interpret documents.
  • Read a diverse amount of printed and computer material.
  • Communicate effectively and listen attentively.
  • Speak tactfully and effectively to internal and external contacts in one-on-one situations and small or large group settings.
  • Establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships with internal and external contacts.
  • Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
  • Exercise independent judgment and maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to balance multiple projects.

Essential Mathematical Skills:

• • Perform addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication.

Essential Interpersonal Skills:

• • High sense of integrity and ethics
  • Trustworthy
  • Desire for continuous improvement
  • Ability to accept performance feedback
  • Goal and deadline oriented
  • Ability to adapt to change
  • Detail-oriented
  • Service-focused
  • Team-oriented

Essential Reasoning Ability:

• • Remain calm in a demanding environment, assisting a diverse blend of people.
  • Solve practical problems in a variety of situations.

General Requirements and/or Disclaimers

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties of personnel so classified. Other duties may be assigned by the direct supervisor and/or designee.

Hours of Employment:

Normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm at the Ideal Headquarters at 2525 Clark Street, Detroit, MI.

Compensation:

The employee in the Communications Specialist role is a non-exempt employee under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA"), 29 USC §§201, et Seq., and as a result thereof is entitled to accumulate or to be paid any compensatory time off or overtime.

Position Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field preferred.
• 2-4 years of professional experience in marketing, communications, content development, copywriting, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience writing for multiple audiences and communication channels.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong research, interviewing, and storytelling skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content management systems.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, or similar design tools is preferred.
• Basic understanding of graphic design, typography, layout, and visual hierarchy is a plus.
• Experience in construction, engineering, manufacturing, architecture, or another B2B environment is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ideal Contracting, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of such factors as race, color, age, sex, national origin, religion, citizenship, handicap, height, weight and marital status. Under the State Persons with Disabilities Act and the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act, an employer has a legal obligation to accommodate an employee's or job applicant's disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the employer. A person with a disability may allege a violation against an employer regarding a failure to accommodate his or her condition under Michigan law only if the person notifies the employer in writing of the need for accommodation within 182 days after the date the person knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.