Senior Communication Strategist

HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Washington, Seattle
Jan 28, 2026
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? 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. Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' 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. In the role of Senior 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 engineers, architects, designers and other subject matter experts to develop and write white papers, feature article content, thought leadership articles, and 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 Deliver employee training to activate and guide communications Monitor industry best practices and maintain a repository of trends and examples Support event management where required Lead engagement activities related to area of specialization Research and develop content for distinct tactics and target audiences Inform scope, schedule, and budget for communication activities pertinent to area of specialization Bring genuine, creative ideas to the table Mentor and train junior strategists Own / lead engagement and presentation tracking and logistics Lead presentation development (ensuring story arc), drafting and refining talking points, maintaining base PPT, thinking about timing for updating base PPT Support legislative coordination and government relations tasks Coordinate legislative reports, including accessibility Maintain / update program key messages and updating FAQ document Correspondence and response tracking and writing Develop and drive workback plans Develop and manage program reports Provide additional support to help project team with sub work assignments Support listserv email updates Support materials development Draft website text and make website updates Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in closely related field Previous consulting and/or creative agency experience Demonstrated ability to connect the dots between seemingly disparate elements of a project Proactive and asks questions for clarification Required Qualifications A minimum of 7 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 and ability to work independent with multiple teams as well as team oriented Great interpersonal and communication skills - positive outlook and attitude High aptitude for managing and solving tactical issues An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must Comfortable and competent while working with senior leaders and managing cross-functional efforts Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a high-energy, fast-paced environment Committed to quality, continuous improvement, and HDR values Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite - InDesign Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 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 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.) {Seattle, WA}: $86,184 - $123,120 {Bellevue, WA}: $86,184 - $123,120 Primary Location : United States-Washington-Seattle Other Locations : United States-Washington-Bellevue Industry : Transit Schedule : Full-time Employee Status : Regular BusinessClass : Strategic Communications Job Posting : Jan 28, 2026