Communication Strategist; Water Business Group

Communication Strategist (Water Business Group)

HDR is an employee-owned company dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every team member is valued and empowered to contribute authentic ideas. Our Water Business Group focuses on delivering safe drinking water, responsible wastewater treatment, sustainable water supplies, and flood-control initiatives to support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience.

In the role of Communications Strategist, we’ll count on you to:

• Develop content marketing strategies and communications plans for specific initiatives and projects to elevate thought leadership, people and project work
• Lead global and local communications strategies by collaborating with internal business partners, creative, marketing and communications teams
• Assist in the development and management of an editorial calendar
• Work with subject matter experts to develop and write white papers, feature article content, thought leadership articles, and/or social media posts
• Ghost write and edit blogs, social media posts, papers and/or presentations by subject matter experts
• Help develop collateral pieces and other marketing campaign materials
• Research, write and edit project narratives and case studies
• Monitor industry best practices and maintain a repository of trends and examples
• Support event management where required
• Bring genuine, creative ideas to the table
• Perform other duties as needed

• A minimum of 5 years experience in a communications field of expertise: social media, event planning, community engagement, target marketing, descriptive writing, public involvement, etc
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with multiple teams as well as in a team environment
• Great interpersonal and communication skills with a positive attitude
• High aptitude for managing and solving tactical issues
• Commitment to HDR’s employee-owned culture
• Comfortable working with senior leaders and managing cross-functional efforts
• Ability to operate strategically and tactically in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
• Commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and HDR values
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite – In Design
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Bachelor's degree in a closely related field
• Previous consulting and/or creative agency experience

HDR is our company. We build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day, shaping our collaborative culture and trust with clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. HDR supports eight Employee Network Groups and provides a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance and success.

The expected compensation range for this position is $48,699 - $92,760 depending on skills, experience, education and location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles may be eligible for limited benefits.)

Primary

Location:

United States-Nebraska-Omaha

Other Locations:
United States-West Virginia, United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-Minnesota, United States-Wyoming-Cheyenne, United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park, United States-Wyoming, United States-Florida-Fort Lauderdale, United States-Pennsylvania-Bethlehem, United States-Oregon-Salem, United States-Maine, United States-Maryland-Baltimore, United States-Texas-Fort Worth, United States-Montana-Missoula, United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-Wisconsin, United States-Texas-Houston, United States-Michigan, United States-California-Irvine, United States-Wisconsin-Madison, United States-Mississippi-Jackson area, United States-Washington-Tacoma, United States-Nevada-Las Vegas, United States-Virginia, United States-Montana-Billings, United States-Texas-Dallas, United States-Washington-Spokane, United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-New York, United States-Nebraska, United States-Kansas, United States-Oklahoma, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-Oregon-Portland, United States-Maryland, United States-Nevada, United States-Georgia, United States-Arizona, United States-Idaho, United States-Florida, United States-California

Industry: Water
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Schedule:

Full-time
• Employee Status:
Regular
• Business Class:
Marketing and Admin

Job Posting:
Dec 15, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to employment equity and equal opportunity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.