Marketing/Communications Coordinator

A leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, SSR provides innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges. To achieve client needs, SSR has multiple locations across the US. Working with a diverse group of individuals in a variety of markets, our team of experts partner with our clients to deliver advanced solutions that last.

SSR is committed to providing opportunities and benefits to colleagues that promote living fully. Through various competitive benefits and programs available, SSR supports the health, well-being, and personal growth of its employees. SSR offers benefit options including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a generous contribution to employee-owned Health Savings Account, 401(k) with matching up to the full IRS maximum, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other employee incentives and wellness programs. SSR is a 2019 A/E/C Building a Better World Award Winner which recognizes our commitment to community outreach and improvement.

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The Marketing and Communications Coordinator assists firm leadership and the marketing team to develop materials in alignment of the firm's business development and marketing goals. Supports efforts in social media, brand management, conferences and tradeshows, internal programs and events, onboarding, and information management. Ensures adherence to company policies, marketing material standards, and provides support for a variety of marketing and business development activities.

• Assists in the coordination of tradeshow and conference needs (logistics and coordination, staffing help, information/promotional materials, display booths, signs, communication, etc.)
• Assists in the preparation and execution of special events for clients and internal programs
• Supports onboarding activities related to marketing including business cards, resumes, etc.
• Embrace and implement brand standards across the organization
• Assist with graphics, writing and proofreading for a variety of projects including internal and external campaigns, advertising, and public relation efforts as requested
• Contribute to CRM maintenance and data entry related to clients, consultants, personnel, and mailing lists; support maintenance of content library including boilerplate information, project data, and new colleague stats and experience.
• Supports social media efforts and campaigns at direction of communications team
• Schedules meetings, conference calls, site visits, etc. as directed to coordinate marketing and business development activities
• Reviews and carefully proofs all assigned tasks to develop the highest quality communication material and submissions
• Prepares and participates in client meetings, marketing planning, and presentation planning as needed
• Actively participates in industry events to improve industry knowledge, develop relationships, and enhance the professional image of the firm
• Offers assistance, work sharing, and expertise to other marketing support colleagues as needed
• Provides input for business development strategies and marketing data to assist in enhancing the group's and firm's image, develops information required for pursuit of business opportunities, and supports the development of collateral materials.

KNOWLEDGE

• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) software
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign)
• Knowledge of marketing, branding, and advertising practices
• Knowledge of Client Relationship Management Software
• General knowledge of engineering practices and the markets they serve

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Customer Focus - dedicated to meeting expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind and establishes relationships gaining their trust and respect
• Interpersonal Skills - ability to interact positively and work effectively with others
• Comprehension - ability to understand information, ideas, and direction presented in writing and/or verbally communicated
• Written Communication Skills - ability to clearly deliver a message through written words using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Speech Clarity - ability to speak clearly and in a common language so that others can understand you
• Detail-Oriented - ability to achieve accuracy and thoroughness when accomplishing a task; pays attention to details and can understand what caused a certain outcome
• Organizational Skills -can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish goals; uses resources effectively and efficiently; arranges information and files in a useful manner
• Judgment and Decision-Making Skills - ability to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well-thought out, constructively questioning and analyzing information to make the best conclusion
• Technical Writing Skills - skilled in summarizing or explaining technical information in a clear, concise and accurate way, communicating the point intended
• Collaboration Skills - ability to work together towards a common goal by open communication, trust, and building consensus
• Editing Skills - ability to identify mistakes, typographical errors, and incorrect minor details that need to be re-worked or changed in order to produce high quality work
• Graphic Design Skills - ability to utilize various forms of technology and design software to produce high quality designs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A four-year degree in Marketing, Communications, PR/Advertising, or a related field

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Frequently/extensively use a computer for several hours at a time
• Ability to see colors
• Requires the ability to transport trade show materials weighing up to 30 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Indoors in a normal office environment with some exposure to excessive noise, darkness/poor lighting, fumes, or dust
• Occasional overnight travel to attend conferences and/or marketing opportunities