Senior Communications Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you a creative thinker with a passion for writing? Are you an organized multi-tasker with a keen ability to meet deadlines? Do you hit the ground running and thrive on new challenges? CDM is looking for a full-time communication specialist to join our Corporate Communications team. You will write and produce a spectrum of marketing materials (brochures, newsletters, articles, and ads); develop communications strategies; and serve as an account manager. Requires B.A. in communications, English, or journalism and 3 years of related experience.

As a member of this team, you would contribute to CDM's mission by: Creating, developing and producing moderate to complex marketing materials and activities in support of firm's practices or divisions Writing copy for CDM internal and external newsletters, writing and editing technical articles involving the firm's practices or divisions and placing those articles in publications Developing advertising and public relations campaigns for a practice, division, or business unit, including message, media, coverage, and placement Developing and issuing press releases pertaining to firm-wide news (e.g.: large project awards, promotions, key staff hires, etc.) Editing staff-written materials and counseling communications staff in advanced communications skills (e.g.: strategy, campaign design, fact-finding, media selection and message/audience alignment)

A successful CDM candidate will have: B.A. in communications, journalism or English. Four to 6 years of related experience Demonstrated skill in researching technical information from background sources Experience conducting interviews with multiple internal and client resources Demonstrated skill in interpreting and synthesizing the resulting data and information (from background and client sources) into appropriate communication materials with precision and accuracy The ability to provide or construct marketing materials with appropriate style, grammar, and syntax The ability to work collaboratively as a member of a communications team in preparing print materials, audio-visual presentations, and web-based communications Excellent written and verbal communication skills The ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously The ability to work under rigid time constraints with a narrow margin for errors or delays

REQUIREMENTS

Are you a creative thinker with a passion for writing? Are you an organized multi-tasker with a keen ability to meet deadlines? Do you hit the ground running and thrive on new challenges? CDM is looking for a full-time communication specialist to join our Corporate Communications team. You will write and produce a spectrum of marketing materials (brochures, newsletters, articles and ads); develop communications strategies; and serve as an account manager. Requires B.A. in communications, English or journalism and 3 years of related experience.



ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

CDM has consistently earned industry recognition for our innovative project solutions. Recognition by respected professional organizations, such as the American Academy of Environmental Engineers, the American Council of Engineering Companies, and the Design-Build Institute of America, is a testament to CDM’s delivery of exceptional service and the right total solutions for each client's needs.

CDM is a global, full-service consulting, engineering, construction, and operations firm helping public and private clients improve the environment and infrastructure through award winning projects. Since 1947, we have been providing innovative solutions developed through strong client relationships of mutual trust, respect, and a commitment to quality and integrity. From a three- person firm in Cambridge to today’s staff of more than 4,000 worldwide, CDM has grown and diversified with our clients’ needs in mind. Our mission is to reach one goal – the clients – by providing the right total solutions. This goal requires CDM to have top quality staff. As a result, CDM wants your talent and intelligence to make it happen. For you, CDM offers fresh challenges, a variety of opportunities, and continuous learning.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer