Communications Specialist - job 1 of 2

Overview

Ranked as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” for 18 years, Kimley-Horn is a premiere planning and design consultancy with 9,000+ employees in more than 140 offices nationwide.

We seek a dynamic and experienced Internal Communications Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining internal communication initiatives that engage and inform our employees. Additionally, the candidate will serve as a mentor and leader for more junior members of our team, overseeing projects to ensure they are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will also need to quickly grasp Kimley-Horn’s culture and be able to communicate it effectively. This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Act as trusted advisor and project manager for internal clients to deliver information on tools and resources
• Serve as a mentor and leader to more junior members of the team
• Strengthen employee engagement through cultural initiatives and internal messages
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders across the firm
• Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of internal communications tools and programs and adjust strategies as needed
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met
• Maintain internal communication guidelines to ensure consistent messaging and tone across all channels and for all clients
• Prioritize and uphold the Kimley-Horn brand

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field
• Minimum of four years of experience in internal communications or a related field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding collaboration skills
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under tight deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to maintain successful internal communications strategies
• Familiarity with content management systems – i.e., SharePoint, Sociabble, etc.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the firm

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.