Manager, Employee Communications

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 115293

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black & Veatch?

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity's biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation, 401k match and benefits that start day one.

Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

The Opportunity

As the Employee Communication Manager you will have the opportunity to:

• Work as analyst, with content development and planning responsibilities across internal communications, editorial planning, creative assets coordination, and measurement and reporting
• Have responsibility for initiatives that are complex in nature
• Understand the strategy/vision of assigned work group
• Work under minimal supervision
• Have advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within work group or a recognized body of formal knowledge. This includes knowledge required for complex problems, tools, processes and governance development, strategic analysis of metrics and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Works closely with Communications team leaders and management to develop schedules, milestones, and priorities for internal communications initiatives.
• Partners with members of the Communications team to identify, create, and publish content; supports editorial and video planning and longer-term scheduling of communication initiatives.
• Researches, develops, and implements the framework for internal communications, including best practices, recommended tools, measurement, analysis, and reporting.
• Identifies and implements innovative communications tools and techniques to enhance internal communications effectiveness.
• Drives consistent internal employee communications strategy, planning, and messaging, with a focus on operations in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. Increases visibility of leadership, regional operations activities, cross-sector collaboration, and technology-oriented initiatives.
• Develops and maintains a Content Management System (CMS) to drive efficiency and effectiveness of communications initiatives. (Lytho / Divvy)
• Prioritizes work; forecasts, schedules, measures, and coordinates resources within assigned projects. (Wrike)
• Manages the internal email platform (Workshop) end-to-end-overseeing content distribution, list governance, and analytics to drive reach and engagement.
• Collaborates with enterprise and/or operating businesses / teams in development of editorial strategies in support of Employee Communication campaigns and events.
• Works proactively with key stakeholders, including executives, across the organization to ensure internal communications align with business objectives and support the company's culture and values.
• Participates in the execution of new or changing brand guidelines and procedures to ensure brand management.
• Plans for effective scheduling and implementation of longer-term communication projects and programs.
• Manages metrics and reporting on behalf of the Employee Communications team. Gathers system and engagement data for periodic reporting to leadership. Makes recommendations based on findings. (Web-based and Workshop)
• Assists in coordination with creative services of layout, artwork, and progress through production for internal needs.
• Helps track and manage budget.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations or marketing.
• Strong knowledge of content management/project coordination tools.
• Strong research and analysis skills with strong presentation skills for reporting of data.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, Intermediate problem solving and organization skills.
• Strong knowledge of communications concepts and strategy.
• Strong collaboration skills.
• Strong knowledge of company editorial and brand standards/ practices / governance.
• Proficient with the Adobe Creative Suite as well as Wrike, Workshop, and Divvy.
• Intermediate multi-tasking skills and attention to detail.
• Intermediate interpersonal and networking skills.
• Intermediate knowledge about innovative technologies or applications that could enhance efficiency or metrics/engagement tracking.
• Intermediate negotiating skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred, or equivalent experience
• 6+ years progressive experience, including 2+ years supervisory
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

Salary Plan

MAC: Marketing & Communications

Job Grade

017
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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

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