Internal Communications Specialist

We are St Marys Cement, part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA), the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader in 11 countries, we are helping to make a positive impact and are transforming our world. We have a culture built on solid partnerships, long‑lasting relationships, and opportunities for those who want to learn, grow and be part of a diverse and dynamic culture.

With solutions that include cement, ready‑mix concrete and aggregates, we help to build homes, highways, hospitals, buildings, bridges, and schools across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and Northeast United States.

Our commitment to excellence can be seen in those who invest and believe in what we do, those who share their lives with us, those who trust in our deliveries and those committed to innovation and a sustainable future.

Every day, we have the chance to accomplish something new and you're invited to be part of it.

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY
The  Internal Communications Specialist  will be responsible for helping to advance the company's strategies and culture by providing editorial, graphics and project management support for a wide range of internal communications and branding projects. This position reports to the Communications Manager. The Communications Specialist role encompasses key aspects of how the Company connects with current and prospective employees through written and visual materials and collaborative internal partnerships.

The role requires an individual who works closely with peers from HR, operating units and departments to inform, engage and inspire internal stakeholders.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

Support business objectives through thoughtful, strategic, timely and impactful internal communications.

Prepare communications campaigns and materials, including daily news stories, leadership messages, events, internal website content and newsletters.

Liaise with global colleagues, as well as graphic designers, translators and other internal stakeholders to plan, develop, finalize and distribute communications.

Proactively and consistently contribute ideas and creativity to brainstorming and planning discussions, as well as team meetings.

Work directly with senior leaders across the organization to deliver impactful content.

Measure and report communications results and propose improvements based on these results.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Post‑secondary education in communications, public relations, journalism or a related field.

7+ years professional communications experience.

Experience planning and supporting strategic communications campaigns.

Able to confidently work with and advise leaders at different levels of the company.

Highly organized and articulate, with flawless attention to detail and a focus on anticipating stakeholders’ needs.

Flexible and willing to shift priorities based on the needs of the day.

A strategic mindset focused on initiating new ideas and stories to elevate our communications approach.

Ability to develop engaging communications with a strong understanding of how best to deliver tactics across different channels.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to understand and communicate complex ideas persuasively and efficiently.

Keen attention to detail, editing and proofreading skills, and high standards for timely product delivery.

Experience advising and liaising with senior leaders.

Readiness to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic work environment, and multitask on a variety of projects while operating with a sense of urgency and delivering excellent quality.

A team player with a strong desire to learn and collaborate as part of a team, while also being self‑driven and independent.

Understanding of communications measurement tools, tactics and benchmarks.

Familiarity using communications software, including content management systems, to post stories that reach broad audiences.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Being part of VCNA is being part of building famous landmarks such as Toronto's CN Tower, Roy Thompson Hall, Maple Leaf Gardens and the Darlington Nuclear Station and Ryerson Centre, St. Regis Chicago and 150 N.…