Director - Communications Southeast

Job Overview

Skanska is searching for a dynamic Communications Director – Southeast. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.

Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. We build in many different verticals. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities, or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose – we build for a better society.

Skanska's values – Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer, and Care for Life – are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts.

The Communications Director, Southeast reports to the Vice President, Head of USA Building Communications and works closely with US business units and global colleagues to support the organization’s single‑brand strategy.

The Director is the main communications partner for USA Building’s Mid‑Atlantic and Southeast markets, covering Maryland, DC, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. The role supports key business priorities, including strengthening the firm’s reputation and brand positioning with customers, prospects, recruits, and the broader public, while driving collaboration among key stakeholders, regions and business units within the organization.

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, publicطبوج, or a related field
• 6+ years of experience across public relations, media relations, and issues/crisis communications
• Proven storyteller with a strong track record across earned media, internal communications, change management and crisis/issues management
• Demonstrated success developing and leading earned media strategies that increase visibility and strengthen brand reputation
• 3+ years of experience leveraging traditional and emerging media channels to increase engagement with internal and external audiences

• Benefits are designed to connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and to help you care for those who matter most. We offer an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always‑on tools that are personalized to meet your reality – supporting you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.
  
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• As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, there’s a place to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.
• We care for life and are committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.
• We’re committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth.
• Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401(k), and employee ownership program.

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Skanska is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, citizenship, protected veteran status, or any other categories protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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