Kokosing Construction

Corporate Communications Director

Corporate Communications Director
LocationWesterville, OH
Job TypeFull time
On-site
Construction

About This Job

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 60 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For 70 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $1.5 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.


Job Description:

The Corporate Communications Director will lead the development and execution of the company's overall communication strategy in alignment with the organization's mission, culture, business objectives and brand. This role will oversee both internal and external communications that strengthen engagement, support business operations and ensure consistent messaging that reinforces our commitment to our core values and our team members.


Responsibilities:

Strategic Communication Leadership
+ Design and execute an integrated communications strategy that advances the company’s corporate goals, major initiatives, and internal and external brand. + Ensure a consistent and compelling message across all channels that is aligned with the core values and objectives of the company. + Advise leadership on communication best practices, messaging, and reputational risk management. + Serve as the lead for media relations, crisis communication, and public affairs.
Internal Communications
+ Design and deliver clear messaging for companywide initiatives, processes, policies, and major announcements. + Support internal initiatives such as employment brand campaigns, leadership development, community service, and recognition programs. + Develop and manage programs that promote team member engagement, including newsletters, town halls, leadership messages, company intranet, and change management communications.
External Communications
+ Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to support the company's digital presence, including the website and social media channels. + Lead all media relations, including press releases, interviews, and public statements.
Leadership and Collaboration
+ Engage communications resources (internal and/or external partners) including content creators, graphic designers, PR firms, and digital marketers. + Support community relations and corporate initiatives to strengthen the company’s image in local markets. + Partner with Human Resources and business unit leaders to plan, develop, and deliver timely, team member-focused communications that align with business objectives, key initiatives, and the overall corporate calendar.


Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
8–12 years of progressive experience in communications, preferably in the construction, engineering, architecture, or real estate industries.
Strong understanding of the construction industry and heavy civil projects is highly desirable.
Proven success in strategic planning, media relations, crisis communication, and brand management.
Exceptional executive communication, writing, and public speaking skills.
Ability to translate complex topics into clear and engaging content.
Skilled at building relationships across all levels of an organization.
Proficient with communication technology platforms (e.g. Microsoft 365 and social media tools, to name a few).


Key Competencies:

Strategic thinking and creativity
Leadership and influence
Business and financial acumen
Crisis management
Project management
Collaboration and relationship-building
Adaptability and innovation

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

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