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External Communications Manager
Garney Construction. Develop and execute external communications strategies supporting Garney’s business priorities, brand goals, and growth initiatives .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing strategic communications plans, digital marketing, and content strategy while effectively managing and mentoring a communications team. Proficient in analyzing communication performance and optimizing strategies to enhance engagement and impact.
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Strategic Communications PlanningDigital Marketing ManagementContent Creation and StorytellingPerformance Measurement and AnalyticsTeam Leadership and Mentoring
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Hard Skills
WritingEditingMessaging DevelopmentPublic RelationsAdvertisingContent StrategyProject ManagementAnalytics ReportingDigital MarketingCrisis Communication
Soft Skills
CollaborationRelationship BuildingOrganizational SkillsAdaptabilityCommunication
Tools & Technologies
WordPressMicrosoft 365Digital Marketing PlatformsProject Management Platforms
Industry Keywords
ArchitectureEngineeringConstructionAEC IndustryExternal Communications
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesWordPress
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop and execute external communications strategies supporting Garney’s business priorities, brand goals, and growth initiatives
- Lead digital marketing across the company website, social media, email marketing, and other external channels
- Oversee advertising campaigns from planning and development through execution, optimization, and performance measurement
- Direct external content creation, including project stories, thought leadership, award submissions, industry articles, and marketing materials
- Partner with company leaders and subject matter experts to identify and promote stories showcasing Garney’s people, projects, and expertise
- Support executive communications, reputation management, and crisis communication efforts
- Track communication performance, analyze results, and recommend improvements to increase reach, engagement, and impact
- Manage and mentor external communications team members while ensuring quality, consistency, and alignment across communications initiatives
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in communications, public relations, marketing, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience developing and executing strategic communications plans that support business objectives
- Strong writing, editing, storytelling, and messaging development skills with the ability to communicate effectively to diverse audiences
- Knowledge of public relations, digital marketing, advertising, content strategy, and communications best practices
- Experience leading integrated communications programs and measuring performance through analytics and reporting
- Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate with executive leadership, employees, and external partners
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Experience managing, mentoring, and developing team members
- Proficiency with WordPress, Microsoft 365, and digital marketing and project management platforms
- Experience in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry preferred
- Ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, engaging content for external audiences
- Background screening and drug-free workplace requirements
- May be required to complete a post-offer physical and a site-specific background check
Benefits
Comp & perks- Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
- Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
- Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
- 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
- Student loan resources
- Weekly paychecks
- Paid time off
- 8 paid holidays
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
- Free life insurance and disability policy
- Free access to healthcare coordinators
- Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
- Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
- Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
- 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store