Communications Specialist

Overview

Backed by over 100 years of expertise and driven by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit, Shimmick is one of the most dynamic infrastructure builders in the industry. With market leadership in water resources, sustainable transportation, and complex electrical construction, we’re well-positioned to lead during a time of rapid change. As project delivery models, regulatory frameworks, supply chains, and technology continue to evolve, our ability to stay flexible and agile in our communications approach is essential to our success.

Shimmick is seeking a Communications Specialist based out of a remote location within the US.  

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Support day-to-day social media management across platforms for both Shimmick and Axia Electric, including content planning, copywriting, scheduling, and basic graphic design, with a focus on audience growth and engagement.
• Assist in brand development initiatives, including the rollout of new brands and the evolution of existing ones, ensuring consistency across internal and external channels.
• Maintain and update corporate websites to reflect current initiatives, project milestones, employee features, and company news.
• Create and manage calendars for internal and external communications, coordinating closely with Safety, HR, IT, and Payroll to ensure timely, clear, and consistent messaging.
• Contribute to the development of company-wide communications such as newsletters, intranet updates, and all-employee emails, ensuring tone and content reflect company values and priorities.
• Design and produce marketing collateral for key initiatives and campaigns (e.g., Women in Construction Week, intern programs, recruiting tours), including visuals, written content, and layouts.
• Maintain and organize proposal resume libraries and develop professional bios for employees to support business development and pursuit efforts.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Public Relations, or equivalent
• 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications

• Intermediate to advanced experience with Loomly for social media scheduling, content planning, and performance tracking.
• Intermediate to advanced experience using Canva to design digital and print-ready graphics.
• Intermediate to advanced experience with Constant Contact for developing and distributing internal and external email communications.
• Working knowledge of SharePoint for content management, file sharing, and internal communication coordination, and WordPress for maintaining and updating website content.
• Experience using Cossential (CRM)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop)
• Strong writing and editing skills for both technical and non-technical audiences across newsletters, social posts, internal announcements, and marketing materials.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Additional Information:

• This position is based remotely within the United States.
• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements are available based on candidate location and team needs.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• This position does not include sponsorship for a United States work authorization.

The salary range for this position is between $60,000-$65,000 per year depending on experience and/or education.

Shimmick offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Employees can choose from multiple medical plans, including a $0 premium option, with dental, vision, and HSA options available. We provide 100% employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Our paid time off program includes paid holidays, and Volunteer Time Off in addition to PTO days. Additional benefits include flexible and hybrid work options, flexible spending accounts, and voluntary coverages such as pet insurance, legal, and identity theft protection.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:Please note that Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick.