Intermediate Marketing and Communications Specialist

Job Description CDM Smith is seeking an intermediate communicator to drive our Technical Services Unit communications and practice growth strategies. The communications team supports our unit directors, technical practice and discipline leaders, promotes our technical experts, and contributes to the firm’s leading market position. Responsibilities Support practice leaders and technical experts in developing market strategies, presentations, marketing materials, thought leadership articles, and assisting with conference-related activities Research, interview, write, edit, and publish engaging content for marketing materials, presentations, and unit- or group-wide internal communication messages Translate technical content from sources, conduct interviews, and synthesize the data into communications materials Contribute to the development and execution of marketing and communications plans for group or unit programs Coordinate with individuals around the globe to enhance communications, share in what we do, and connect people across the regions and markets Collaborate as a member of a communications team and as a member of group leadership team Contribute to the firm’s database of marketing materials including qualifications, fact sheets and other materials Note Internal candidates may be located in any US-based CDM Smith office. External candidates are preferred in Raleigh or Dallas. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree. 2 years of related experience. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Preferred Qualifications Excellent written, oral and visual communication skills, including demonstrated experience in effectively distilling and communicating complex concepts and crafting messages A strong command of Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint is required; experience with SharePoint is desirable Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously Strong track record in establishing and sustaining collaborative and effective working relationships with diverse teams and cultures to solve problems and produce solutions Confident working in a virtual team atmosphere The ability to work under rigid time constraints with a narrow margin for errors or delays 5 years of related experience; engineering or professional services industry experience preferred Amount of Travel Required 5% EEO Statement We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr CDM Smith