Communications Manager

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world?

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life.

We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next‑generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks.

We are all employee‑owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

• Manage the development and execution of communications plans by collaborating with internal, creative, and communications teams
• Lead global and local communication strategies, owning the tactics, outcomes, and evaluation of their impact
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, designers, and other experts to develop clear and accurate content, including white papers, feature articles, thought‑leadership pieces, and social media posts
• Manage the creation of collateral and campaign materials for capital projects, public engagement activities, regulatory updates, and emergency communications
• Create project narratives and case studies that clearly explain infrastructure projects for public audiences
• Manage and drive employee training on communication best practices, helping technical staff communicate clearly with customers, stakeholders, and regulators
• Monitor trends in community and stakeholder engagement for infrastructure projects and share useful insights with the team
• Design and lead engagement activities that turn public meetings, community workshops, and regulatory events into meaningful interactions that support understanding and trust among diverse audiences
• Lead the development of scope, schedule, and budget for communication activities supporting infrastructure projects
• Have working knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Excel, and a willingness to learn and adopt HDR systems such as project management and file storage platforms
• Mentor, support and manage communications staff
• Perform other duties as necessary

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Experience in regional infrastructure and local government work

• A minimum of 7 years relevant industry experience, including management experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently with multiple teams as well as being team oriented
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skills – positive outlook and attitude
• High aptitude for managing and solving tactical issues
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our…