At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe transportation is more than movement-it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job-it's a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.
In the role of Senior Strategic Communications Coordinator, we'll count on you to:
- Assist with the development and implementation of communications plans (target audience strategy, media relations and tracking, collateral material, comment response programs, overall activity schedule, information lines, contact databases, and activity reporting)
- Work with project managers, engineers, architects, designers and other subject matter experts to develop and write white papers, feature article content, thought leadership articles, and social media posts.
- Help develop collateral pieces and other marketing campaign materials
- Research, write and edit project narratives and case studies
- Plan events for public meetings, hearings, open houses, focus groups, workshops, advisory committees, and other stakeholder meetings
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Manage communications database information and web-based project management tools (Adobe, SharePoint, Staging Sites, Contact Logs, etc) -
Manage comment database including distribution list, logging sign-in sheets, comment coding, comment response and reporting and document outreach activities including activity tracking and reporting. -
Coordinate multi-discipline teams in the development and production of deliverables. -
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a closely related field, or combination of education and relevant experience
- Previous consulting and/or creative agency experience
- Virtual engagement experience desired
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of 8 years relevant industry experience
- Experience leading social media campaigns
- Service- and client-oriented personality with the ability to handle multiple assignments at a time and set and meet deadlines
- Self-starter; can work well independently or in a team environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
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.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $80,000 - $114,000 and depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)
Primary Location
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United States-California-Irvine
Industry
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Strategic Communications
Schedule
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Full-time
Employee Status
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Regular
BusinessClass
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Strategic Communications
Job Posting
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Oct 31, 2025 |
HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
Nov 01, 2025