Director of Communications at Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc. | Virginia Beach, VA | $165K/yr – $185K/yr

Director of Communications

Virginia Beach, VA (Hybrid)

$165K/yr – $185K/yrDirector/Executive15+ years expFull time

Posted 3 weeks ago

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Own brand messaging and executive communications while shaping the organization’s narrative across internal and external audiences.

Set and run the voice, visuals, and governance that align leadership messaging with business priorities.
Collaborate with C-suite to engineer strategic storytelling, media opportunities, and employer branding across channels.
Lead content and platform strategy from the website to social and events to drive clarity and alignment.

Responsibilities

Set and lead KJ’s communications strategy, ensuring consistent messaging across all internal and external audiences.
Advise the CEO, Board, and senior leadership on strategic messaging, positioning, and communications opportunities.
Own and evolve KJ’s brand, including voice, visual identity, and brand standards, to reflect a future-focused vision.
Establish communications standards, editorial governance, and messaging frameworks across the organization.
Direct visual and content strategy across platforms, including website, marketing materials, client deliverables, conferences, and social media.
Lead executive and internal communications strategies that align leadership messaging with business priorities.
Strengthen the employer brand through purpose-driven, transparent communication that fosters engagement and connection.
Partner closely with leaders across KJ, challenging and refining thinking where needed to ensure clarity and alignment.
Support KJ’s internal events (virtual and in-person) that inform, engage, and connect employees.
Oversee editorial planning, content creation, and distribution of major internal communications.

Requirements

15+ years of experience leading complex, integrated communications strategies
Deep understanding of how PR, editorial, social, marketing, and thought leadership work together
Proven ability to develop, execute, and measure high-impact communications programs
Exceptional storytelling skills with a strong strategic lens
Executive-level presence and comfort partnering with C-suite and senior leaders
Demonstrated people leadership experience, with the ability to build and grow high-performing teams
Strong judgment, problem-solving ability, and collaborative decision-making style
Resilient, curious, and adaptable in a fast-evolving environment
Commitment to integrity, inclusion, and amplifying diverse perspectives

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Benefits

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid work model to empower our people to grow, learn, and thrive.

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $165,000 – $185,000, depending on education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, and geographic location. This position is eligible for performance and incentive compensation.

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About_company

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
Using advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through construction.
KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, award-winning water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery.
We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.