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Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Description

CDM Smith is looking for a collaborative, creative, and strategic communications professional to support our Transportation Services Group. In this role, you'll partner with business leaders and technical experts to translate complex ideas into compelling stories, strengthen connections across our organization, and showcase the expertise and innovations that differentiate CDM Smith.

You'll have opportunities to contribute ideas, develop communications strategies, create engaging content, and collaborate with colleagues across the firm. We're looking for someone who brings strong writing skills, curiosity, sound judgment, and the ability to turn business priorities into effective communications. Through thoughtful communication and collaboration, you'll help strengthen employee engagement, elevate technical expertise, and support the Transportation Services Group's business priorities.

Responsibilities

Partner with transportation leaders, technical experts, and communications colleagues to support business priorities through effective communications strategies and activities
Develop and implement communications plans for group initiatives, programs, and priorities, identifying appropriate audiences, messages, channels, and tactics
Research, interview, write, edit, and publish engaging content for internal communications, marketing materials, presentations, thought leadership articles, and other communications channels
Independently manage assigned communications projects, coordinating stakeholders, timelines, reviews, and deliverables to ensure high-quality results
Translate complex technical information into clear, compelling stories that showcase our people, projects, expertise, and innovations
Build collaborative relationships with colleagues across units and practices to identify communications opportunities, share knowledge, and strengthen organizational connections
Monitor communications effectiveness, gather feedback, and recommend improvements to strengthen engagement and impact
Contribute to the development and maintenance of marketing and communications resources, including qualifications materials, fact sheets, and other reusable content

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree.
2 years of related experience.
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to understand business objectives, identify communications opportunities, and recommend effective approaches
Excellent written, oral and visual communication skills, including demonstrated experience in effectively distilling and communicating complex concepts and crafting messages
A strong command of Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint is required; experience with AI and digital tools and SharePoint is desirable
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities, adapt to changing needs, and deliver high-quality work within established deadlines
Strong track record in establishing and sustaining collaborative and effective working relationships with diverse teams and cultures to solve problems and produce solutions
Confident working in a virtual team atmosphere
5 years of related experience; engineering or professional services industry experience preferred

Amount of Travel Required

10% or less
EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate’s salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.
Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Visa Sponsorship Available

No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Team will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Pay Range Max

USD $112,570.00
Pay Range Min

USD $68,224.00

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