Communications Manager - Watford, United Kingdom - Taylor Woodrow

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    Company Overview:

    Whether we are delivering small scale improvements or a major project, Taylor Woodrow's success is founded on the teams that we build, the relationships we develop and the engineering solutions that we provide.

    We have a strong regional presence across the UK, where local people bring local solutions across a range of infrastructure and civil engineering projects as part of long-term frameworks. This is complimented by our ability to deliver major infrastructure projects requiring complex engineering solutions.

    Our projects support the UK's energy transition, deliver improvements to the highways network and enhance rail infrastructure. The strategic infrastructure that we construct are the building blocks for growth and this includes a role in delivering the UK's low carbon transport future through High Speed 2.

    We operate across all stages of the project lifecycle, with our Engineering Services team supporting clients through the development and design phase of infrastructure projects to foster the right solutions.

    Sustainability is at the heart of our approach and we are committed to respecting and protecting the environment in everything that we do. Taking the time to understand and make a positive difference to each community that we work within is an integral part of our work to ensure that our projects leave a lasting legacy.

    Job Role:

    Taylor Woodrow is recruiting for a Communications Manager to head up all internal and external communications across our business. Reporting to the Business Development Director, the Communications Manager will be responsible for managing communications in line with the overall company strategy

    Duties:

    • Oversee the internal and external communications strategy for the civil engineering diviision
    • Manage the production of high-quality communications materials aimed at promoting engagement, best practice, and knowledge sharing. This includes the preparation and issue of team newsflashes, project newsletters, posters, content for television screens and noticeboards, presentations, award submissions and designed collateral such as brochures, leaflets, signs etc.
    • Manage the organisation and the forward planning of events and media opportunities to include VIP visits, milestone celebrations etc.
    • Manage the production and implementation of internal comms campaigns
    • Arrange for the clearance of subcontractors' photographs and news releases, handle requests for filming and photography sessions.
    • Oversee the project LinkedIn channel including the creation of regular, high-quality updates that are in-line with project and region requirements.
    • Provide joint venture partner and client communications with the information required to respond to media enquiries prior to deadlines.
    • Manage the creation of social media and internal communications trackers
    • Manage the content on the company website, ensuring it is kept up to date
    • Where required, support the community engagement team with events and other community engagement activities.

    Person Specification

    • Experience in leveraging PR to build brand awareness and enhance brand reputation
    • Experience in crisis communications and brand management
    • Previous experience in managing internal communications for large audiences
    • Previous social media experience, with specific emphasis on LinkedIn
    • Knowledge of the construction industry is advantageous but not essential.