HNTB Senior Brand Manager

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

Join our team and become an integral part of a growing company that values your skills and contributions. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact through meaningful, strategic work. We’re committed to your professional growth and development, offering a supportive environment where your career can thrive.

As a senior brand manager, you will be responsible for planning, directing and conveying the HNTB brand, vision and unique value proposition to key audiences. Works with senior leadership, as well as marketing, and government relations functions to strengthen HNTB's brand. In this leadership role, you will collaborate across various disciplines to develop and implement effective communications to achieve business outcomes.

What You’ll Do:

• Strategic Planning: Partners with senior leadership to develop and implement communications plans to advance the firm’s brand and support business goals.

• Communications Adviser: Serve as a communications adviser to senior leaders regarding appropriate communications strategy needed to achieve business goals.

• Content Creation: Develops engaging and informative content that is consistent with brand messaging for a variety of communications channels including internal, social and web platforms.

• Leadership: Directs, plans and oversees implementation of all external communications efforts to support HNTB’s brand.

• Event Management: Develops events and forums that strengthen industry relationships.

• Media Relations: Serve as a liaison to media outlets.

• Partnerships: Identify and establish external partnerships.

• Agency Management: Manage public relations agencies and programs.

• Team Leadership: Direct a team of communications professionals that implement and coordinate various communication programs.

• Mentoring: Develops direct reports through guidance, mentoring, providing feedback and supporting to contribute to their individual performance and career success at HNTB.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or equivalent and 10 years agency or corporate environment experience

• In lieu of degree, 14 years of relevant experience

What You’ll Bring:

• Strategic Thinking

• Written and Verbal Communication Proficiency

• Initiative and self starter

• Program Management

• Willingness to Exercise Leadership

• Brand Management/Public Relations/Media Relations

• Problem Solving/Analysis

• Results Driven

• Flexibility

• Decision Making

• Teamwork/Collaboration/relationship building

• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

• Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and in a timely manner

• Willingness to Travel

• Be a self-starter who possesses creativity and can-do attitude

Additional Information

Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards

Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Locations:

Kansas City, MO

HNTB Internal Communications Manager

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

Join our team and become an integral part of a growing company that values your skills and contributions. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact through meaningful, strategic work. We’re committed to your professional growth and development, offering a supportive environment where your career can thrive.

This opportunity entails developing, planning and implementing a communications plan and strategy that has a direct impact on employee engagement/education in a way that reinforces and promotes HNTB’s brand and company culture. This includes planning, overseeing and developing content for the company’s intranet, other specialized programs targeted to employee audiences. You also will collaborate with and counsel leadership on effective communications strategies. This role requires a creative and innovative thinker who can develop the communications approach and content using a variety of communications tools and platforms tailored to appropriate audiences and situations. The internal communications manager will collaborate and coordinate with various groups, teams and leaders across the firm to plan and develop effective communication to achieve desired outcomes.

What You’ll Do:

• Strategic Planning: Leads development and implementation of internal communications strategies that support HNTB’s core mission, vision and objectives.

• Content Creation: Develops engaging and informative content that is consistent with brand messaging for a variety of communications channels including internal, social and web platforms.

• Analytics: Establishes metrics to regularly assess engagement levels and reach to refine strategies.

• Internal News: Oversees and manages content for HNTB’s internal communications platforms, including company intranet.

• Market Research: Researches current industry trends and proactively offers guidance on best practices in internal communication approaches.

• Communications Adviser: Serves as a communications counselor to offer guidance on best practices.

• Collaboration: Collaborates with team members, freelance writers, videographers, designers, photographers.

• Budget Management: Creates and manages internal communications budget.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism or related field and 8 years corporate communications or agency experience, or

• In lieu of education, 12 years of relevant experience

What You'll Bring:

• Excellent writing skills including expert knowledge of AP Style

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Teamwork/collaboration

• Ability to manage and work with a network of freelancers

• Highly organized and deadline driven

• Be a self-starter who possesses creativity and can-do attitude

• Experience interacting and working with senior level leadership

• Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and in a timely manner

• Familiar with web content management systems such as Microsoft SharePoint Online and Canva

• Passion for storytelling

What We Prefer:

• Adobe Creative Suite

• Internal communications experience

Additional Information

Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards

Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Burns & McDonnell Writer/Editor

Overview: At Burns & McDonnell, we don’t just create content — we lead conversations that move the AEC industry forward. We’re looking for a highly versatile writer/editor who can turn complex technical ideas into compelling, high-impact stories across multi-channel formats. This role is central to developing and executing our signature brand content — from thought leadership and quarterly reports to podcasts, video and digital storytelling. You’ll help position Burns & McDonnell as the thought leader in the industry — not just by writing, but by shaping narratives, elevating ideas and leading key content programs.

Responsibilities: Write and edit high-quality content across a wide range of formats, including thought leadership articles, technical papers, reports, podcasts, news releases, video scripts, social media and digital content.

Translate complex technical concepts into clear, engaging and audience-focused narratives.

Collaborate with marketing team members, business leaders and subject matter experts to develop and execute content aligned with strategic priorities.

Contribute to and help shape thought leadership strategy and storytelling direction.

Lead key content programs and strategic storytelling efforts — guiding work from concept through execution, including narrative development, stakeholder alignment and delivery.

Generate original story ideas that elevate Burns & McDonnell’s voice in the AEC industry.

Review for accuracy, clarity and consistency across all content, aligned with AP Style and brand guidelines.

Leverage AI tools to enhance efficiency and creativity while maintaining responsibility for factchecking and source validation.

Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Stay current on content trends, formats and best practices.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications or related field. 4 years of professional writing/editing experience. Exceptional writing and editing skills across technical, long-form, short-form and multimedia formats preferred. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and adhere to schedules and meet key deadlines. Proven ability to translate complex topics into engaging content preferred. Experience developing thought leadership content preferred. Extensive knowledge of AP Style, grammar, spelling and punctuation. Demonstrated skill and aptitude for accurate proofreading. Proficiency using AI tools for content creation with strong judgment in verifying outputs preferred. Experience with HubSpot, Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, and video/content editing tools preferred. Strong collaboration and communication skills. Strong attention to detail. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.

Salary Information:

Application website: https://burnsmcd.jobs/kansas-city-mo/staff-writereditor-corporate-marketing-kansas-city/70164EADF44C4C598E2649BF32DECD80/job/

How to apply: https://burnsmcd.jobs/kansas-city-mo/staff-writereditor-corporate-marketing-kansas-city/70164EADF44C4C598E2649BF32DECD80/job/

Contact name: Kristi Widmar

Contact email: klwidmar@burnsmcd.com

Other Information: Have experience editing video and developing multimedia content. Have experience creating engaging, promotional and campaign-driven content. Have experience in AEC, engineering, construction or other technical industries. Have written for executive audiences or industry leaders. Bring strong storytelling instincts and the ability to adapt voice across formats and audiences. Bring original ideas, curiosity and a clear point of view. Are comfortable both executing and leading content programs. Stay ahead of trends in digital content, storytelling formats and audience engagement.

HNTB Communications Manager

Overview: As communications manager, you are responsible for managing external and internal communications that advance HNTB’s business goals and carry out HNTB’s brand messages. You will work closely with subject matter experts to plan, develop and implement content. This role requires a person with knowledge of how best to convey messages in multiple formats and across communication channels.

Responsibilities: What You’ll Do:

Strategy Development: Develops and leads the communications strategy that are aligned with HNTB’s business goals and support HNTB’s brand messages.

Program Management: Implements programs that are part of HNTB’s strategy including working with a team to strategize HNTB’s involvement in industry associations, identifies and develops award submittals, manages HNTB’s publications, collaborates with team members to develop advertising, presentations, articles, social and web content and video.

Content Creation: Develops engaging and informative content that is consistent with brand messaging for a variety of communications channels including internal, social and web platforms.

Event Management: Supports the development and logistics of various events, such as conferences, meetings, open houses, forums and other events.

Results Reporting: Tracks communication programs effectiveness.

List Management: Updates and maintain internal and external contact lists.

Budget Management: Manages and develops communications budget for specific programs.

Market Research: Researches and implements current industry trends on communication approaches.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: What You’ll Need: Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related fields and 8 years corporate communications or agency experience. In lieu of education, 12 years of relevant experience What You’ll Bring: Excellent writing skills Strong interpersonal skills Teamwork/collaboration Adobe Creative Suite and SharePoint expertise Great interpersonal skills Highly organized Be a self-starter who possesses creativity and can-do attitude Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and in a timely manner

Salary Information:

Application website: https://hntb.jobs/kansas-city-mo/communications-manager/A3D93B311229467B9A8A6B5B9870ABB7/job/

How to apply:

Contact name: Audrey Swain

Contact email: aswain@hntb.com

Client of Poindexter Recruiting

Job Title: Senior Marketing Strategist

Overview: Kansas City, marketing and advertising community:We are looking for a Senior Marketing Strategist for our client to lead their integrated marketing initiatives, shape campaign strategy, and drive measurable outcomes. This role will own strategy, align cross-functional teams, and advance our AI-powered marketing capabilities.

Responsibilities: Strategic Responsibilities:
- Lead the development of multi-channel marketing strategies aligned with revenue goals, including management of all social media channels.
- Own campaign planning from concept through performance analysis.
- Translate business objectives into scalable marketing initiatives.
- Partner with leadership on new product, client, and go-to-market strategies.
Leadership & Collaboration:
- Provide direction and feedback to team members.
- Elevate creative quality and consistency across all deliverables while preserving brand integrity.
- Improve internal workflows, briefing processes, and collaboration models.
- Act as a key partner to sales and client services teams.
AI & Innovation Ownership:
- Lead the adoption of AI-driven marketing strategies, including content generation at scale, personalization and segmentation, and workflow automation.
- Identify and implement new tools to improve efficiency and performance.
- Establish best practices for AI-assisted marketing across the organization.
Performance & Analytics:
- Track and optimize campaign performance across channels.
- Use data to refine messaging, targeting, and channel mix.
- Report on ROI and provide actionable insights to leadership

Qualifications: Qualifications & Skills: - 5–8+ years of marketing experience. - Proven ability to build and lead campaigns, driving results across social media and other channels. - Exceptional copywriting skills with a track record of crafting compelling, audience-targeted content across multiple channels, including email campaigns, social media, landing pages, and advertising materials. - Strong strategic thinking and communication skills. - Experience with AI tools and marketing technology. - Ability to operate both creatively and analytically.

Salary Information: Salaries based on experience

Application website: N/a

How to apply: Send résumé to Poindexterrecruiting@gmail.com

Contact name: Bill Poindexter

Contact email: poindexterrecruiting@gmail.com

International Association of Assessing Officers

Job Title: Senior Director, Marketing & Communications

Overview: The Senior Director, Marketing & Communications is a senior leadership role responsible for developing and executing integrated marketing and communications strategies that strengthen the Association’s visibility, member engagement, and professional influence. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this position leads the development of coordinated marketing initiatives supporting membership growth, professional education programs, conferences, research initiatives, and thought leadership within the property assessment profession. This role ensures the organization presents a clear and consistent voice across programs, publications, digital platforms, and industry communications.

Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities
Strategic Marketing & Communications Leadership
• Develop and implement the Association’s marketing, communications, and brand strategy.
• Provide strategic counsel to the Executive Director and leadership team regarding communications priorities and industry visibility.
• Establish short-term and long-term strategic goals for marketing and communications initiatives.
• Align marketing and communications efforts with organizational priorities and strategic initiatives.
Marketing Campaigns & Organizational Messaging
• Lead the development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns that support membership engagement, professional education programs, conferences, and research initiatives.
• Develop messaging frameworks and communications strategies that unify the Association’s programs and services.
• Ensure consistent brand positioning and messaging across publications, digital platforms, and outreach channels.
• Translate strategic initiatives into effective communications and outreach efforts.
Digital Engagement & Audience Strategy
• Oversee digital engagement strategies across websites, email communications, and social media platforms.
• Develop audience segmentation strategies to improve engagement with key stakeholder groups.
• Identify opportunities to enhance digital communications through emerging tools and technologies.
• Monitor audience engagement trends and adjust communications strategies accordingly.
Marketing Analytics & Performance Measurement
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and analytics frameworks for marketing initiatives.
• Develop dashboards and reporting processes to evaluate marketing effectiveness and engagement outcomes.
• Use data and analytics to inform communications strategy and improve organizational impact.
Industry Visibility & Partnerships
• Promote the Association’s leadership within the property assessment profession through strategic communications and thought leadership initiatives.
• Develop relationships with industry organizations, partners, and stakeholders to expand the Association’s influence.
• Support initiatives that highlight the Association’s research, standards, and professional expertise.
Leadership & Collaboration
• Lead and coordinate the Association’s marketing and communications functions.
• Collaborate with department leaders to support organizational initiatives and priorities.
• Supervise staff and support professional development within the communications team.

Qualifications: Required • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field. • Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in marketing, communications, brand strategy, or a related field. • Demonstrated experience developing and executing strategic marketing and communications initiatives. • Strong leadership, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills. Preferred • Master’s degree in marketing, communications, business, public relations, or related field. • Experience working in a professional association, membership organization, or mission-driven nonprofit. • Experience marketing professional education programs, conferences, credentialing programs, or member services. • Experience working with volunteer leadership, boards, or committees.

Salary Information:

Application website:

How to apply:

Contact name: Ashley Lathrop

Contact email: lathrop@iaao.org

Advertising agency client of Poindexter Recruiting

Job Title: Account Manager

Overview: Key liaison between agency clients and agency departments.

Responsibilities: Account Manager
Agency Client of Poindexter Recruiting
Pay based on experience plus bonus, hybrid, Leawood, Kansas

We are seeking a proactive, results-driven and highly detailed Account Manager to join our team in a fast-paced, customer focused environment. In this role, you will liaison between our clients and internal teams to plan and manage execution of advertising and sponsorship products. This important role is ideal for the experienced professional who thrives at the intersection of project coordination, team contribution, and client relationship management.

● Bachelor’s degree or higher in advertising, marketing, communications, business, or related field.

Qualifications: ● Bachelor’s degree or higher in advertising, marketing, communications, business, or related field. ● 2-4 years of account management experience, being solely responsible for multiple accounts, preferably in a multichannel media environment. ● Capacity and willingness to rapidly adapt, thrive, and multi-task in a highly dynamic workplace. ● Proficiency in project planning, strategy development, and documentation. ● Self-motivated and disciplined with expertise in managing multiple projects and key accounts simultaneously. ● Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic and the ability to create high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. ● Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. ● Preferred understanding of print and digital media channels and technologies. ● Proficiency in industry-standard business software, including Google Workspace, Trello, HubSpot, and PowerPoint. ● Occasional travel. Estimated 2-4 times annually, as needed

Salary Information: Salary will be based on experience.

Application website: Na

How to apply: Submit résumé to Poindexterrecruiting@gmail.com

Contact name: Bill

Contact email: Poindexterrecruiting@gmail.com

Other Information: Although this role is listed as an account manager, we are open to looking at people that have more experience and may make it a senior account manager role

Client of Poindexter Recruiting

Job Title: Media Strategist

Overview: enior media and sales strategist with extensive experience developing and executing integrated advertising, sponsorship, and content solutions for healthcare, medical, and pharmaceutical association clients. Proven ability to identify market opportunities, align media strategies with client objectives, and drive sustained revenue growth across digital, print, live, and virtual event platforms. Will be a advisor to senior stakeholders with a strong track record of relationship-building, proposal development, and campaign execution.

Responsibilities: • Lead strategic sales initiatives for Clients Association media portfolios, delivering integrated advertising and content solutions across digital, print, and event platforms.
• Identify, qualify, and develop new business opportunities within assigned healthcare and pharmaceutical markets.
• Recommend customized media strategies aligned with advertiser objectives, budgets, and market dynamics.
• Develop and present tailored advertising proposals, media plans, and strategic sales presentations.
• Manage prospecting lists, maintain an accurate CRM pipeline, and oversee execution of campaigns and contracts.
• Coordinate with production, custom content, events, and operations teams to ensure seamless campaign delivery

Qualifications: 5+ years media sales experience, preferably within the healthcare or pharmaceutical realm. Open to people with similar type roles.

Salary Information: Base salary plus very high commission structure

Application website: N/a

How to apply: Send your résumé to Bill Poindexter, Poindexterrecruiting@gmail.com

Contact name: Bill Poindexter

Contact email: Poindexterrecruiting@gmail.com

Other Information: Please send me your résumé and I will look it over and if I feel your qualified, I will reach out to you for an interview and give you the full job description and we will go from there.