- Junior
- Oficina en Seattle
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
HDR is hiring a Communications Assistant to support the Communications and Engagement Team on the Cascadia Program, a WSDOT megaprogram focused on improving mobility in the Cascadia Megaregion. This role will provide foundational support to the team responsible for external engagement.
In the role of Communications Assistant, we'll count on you to:
- Provide a wide variety of specialized Program-related communications functions, including messaging support, meeting arrangements, travel coordination, calendaring, and meeting support such as typing and tracking meeting minutes.
- Establish processes and protocols for communications and engagement on the Program.
- Refine and improve internal communications and information flow.
- Showcase proactive capabilities with a can-do attitude.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with public involvement, community relations, or event planning is a plus.
- Experience working in both in-office and virtual environments with the ability to flex to varying communication styles.
- Previous experience in the architecture, engineering, or construction industry.
- Be in-person in Seattle at least three days a week.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work in a team environment, with shared work assignments
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
- Service and client-oriented personality
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
