Manager Communications_

**28888BR****Service Line:**Office Management/Administration**Office Name:**Corporate**Job Description:**+ Leads a team of communications specialists to produce authentic, inspired, relevant, and timely content to drive employee engagement, connect employee purpose with the company’s strategic objectives, and improve the employee experience. Manages quality control of all content, including copywriting, content design, photography, infographic development, and video production.+ Develops team members and provides opportunities for professional development and career growth+ Assists leadership with the development of employee communications strategic plan+ Manages development and execution of targeted communications plans based on the overarching strategic plan.+ Manages technical administration and oversight of employee communications platforms, potentially including intranet, employee app, email newsletters, employee meetings/town halls, digital signage, social and other channels+ Builds relationships with leaders throughout the organization to source compelling employee stories that demonstrate the company purpose. Serves as a strategic advisor to effectively present ideas and facilitate discussion about communications plans+ Understands all aspects of the employee journey and informs appropriate communications for each touchpoint, from brand-based recruiting and integration of acquisitions to brand advocacy.+ Conducts research about industry trends and recommends innovative communications tools and approaches+ Creates feedback loops and measurement tools. Monitors and reports defined weekly metrics and provides monthly reports to inform continual updates in plan execution+ Assists in the planning and tracking of communications budget+ Ensures that Terracon’s brand standards are followed in all communications materials.+ Demonstrates higher level business acumen – knowledge of the company’s people, operations, finances, culture, competitive advantages, etc.+ Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risk. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company. Be familiar with company risk policies.+ Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices. Promotes pre-task planning for all projects.+ Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement. Monitor quality standards and practices.+ Perform other duties as assigned.+ Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, branding or related field and a minimum of ten years related experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 12 years’ experience.+ Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.**Exemption:**Exempt**Requisition ID:**28888BR**Posting Title:**Manager Employee Communications**Employment Type:**Regular, Full Time**City, State (Office Location):**Olathe, KS**About Terracon:**Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.**EEO Statement:**Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.**Job Category:**Human Resources