Public Relations Specialist
The future you want is within reach.
At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We’re always looking ahead in our industry and we’re also looking at what’s next for you and how we can help you build a career you’re proud of.
Are you a strategic storyteller with a passion for building brand reputation? Are you ready to lead a national media strategy for one of the largest construction organizations in North America? This opportunity at PCL’s U.S. Head Office could be your next move.
As a Public Relations Specialist, you’ll support the execution of an integrated media relations strategy that strengthens PCL’s brand, supports business objectives, and positions our people as thought leaders. This collaborative role requires a confident strategist who is detail-oriented, resourceful, and excels in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides professional editing, proofreading services and tailored content writing that resonates with the target audiences.
- Writes tailored business and media-facing content that resonates with target audiences.
- Contributes to strategic planning and execution of communications and PR initiatives.
- Develops persuasive content, including press releases, ads, and sponsored articles - and proactively pitches stories to media outlets to enhance brand visibility.
- Coordinates media tours, events, and conference sponsorships to ensure alignment with PCL brand.
- Monitors media coverage and tracks relevant media metrics to evaluate impact and inform future strategies.
- Supports execution of national surveys and helps translate findings into compelling, media-ready content.
- Assists in the planning and implementation of advertising initiatives, including copywriting, proofing and placement coordination.
- Provides media training to internal spokespeople and supports events with press coordination, talking points, and content development.
- Develops and executes communication plans for key initiatives and announcements, collaborating with internal teams and external partners.
- Builds and maintains strong relationships with journalists, editors, publishers and other media contacts.
- Upholds PCL’s branding to all communication pieces and values the solution provider and profitability culture.
- Other duties as required.
What you bring to the role:
- Postsecondary degree or diploma in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field
- Co-op/internship experience in communications or public relations preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on clear, grammatically sound writing, editing, and proofreading
- Ability to develop and execute communication plans across multiple mediums, including visual, digital, and brand communications
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiar with data analytics tools such as MuckRack
- Ability to research, analyze, and organize information accurately and effectively.
- Ability to understand the company's business objectives.
- Ability to consult with internal clients and provide excellent customer service and support skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.
- Ability to act with discretion when handling confidential information.
- Demonstrates critical thinking and sound decision making.
This is an in-office position in Denver, CO, with generous flexibility.
Candidates must submit an introduction or cover letter for your resume to be reviewed and sample work samples are appreciated.
The salary range for this position is between $70,000 and $80,000 per annum, based on experience and qualifications.
PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. The total rewards package includes an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits & wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching and career development programs.
PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.
The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.
Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.
Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!
Employee Status: Regular Full-Time
Company: PCL Construction Enterprises, Inc.
Primary Location: Denver, Colorado
Job: Public Relations Specialist
Requisition: 8966
Nearest Major Market: Denver