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?
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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.
We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you'll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people's lives. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy. HDR is seeking a Senior Strategic Communications Coordinator to join our growing program and lead engagement efforts for transportation and water projects across Minnesota. We're looking for an experienced communications professional passionate about strategic communications and stakeholder engagement-particularly in these industries.
As a natural connector, you'll build strong relationships, understand client priorities, and develop tailored strategies that drive meaningful engagement. This role requires expertise in public involvement, public relations, and community engagement, along with the ability to listen, craft unique approaches, and identify team synergies to solve complex challenges.
You'll collaborate closely with HDR project managers and technical staff, translating technical concepts into clear, accessible content for diverse audiences. You'll also join an industry-leading practice of more than 200 communication consultants across North America, delivering strategic communications services that strengthen our clients' messaging and engagement strategies.
In this role, you'll manage projects and build relationships with some of HDR's largest clients, focusing on transportation, construction communications, planning/studies, wastewater, drinking water, and water resources. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy building relationships, and want to make an impact through strategic communication, we'd love to hear from you.
You'll collaborate closely with HDR project managers and technical staff, translating technical concepts into clear, accessible content for diverse audiences. You'll also join an industry-leading practice of more than 200 communication consultants across North America, delivering strategic communications services that strengthen our clients' messaging and engagement strategies.
In this role, you'll manage projects and build relationships with some of HDR's largest clients, focusing on transportation, construction communications, planning/studies, wastewater, drinking water, and water resources. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy building relationships, and want to make an impact through strategic communication, we'd love to hear from you.
At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way. " Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with the architecture and engineering consulting industry
- Previous experience working in the transportation, wastewater, drinking water and/or water resources industries
- Previous consulting or account management experience preferred
- Preference given to local candidates
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds without assistance
- Must be able to effectively communicate in person, by telephone, and via email
- Must be able to independently get yourself to meetings and events
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of 8 years relevant industry experience
- Experience leading social media campaigns
- Service- and client-oriented personality with the ability to handle multiple assignments at a time and set and meet deadlines
- Self-starter; can work well independently or in a team environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
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.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Minnesota: $67,032 - $105,840
Primary Location
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United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park
Other Locations
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United States-Wisconsin-Madison, United States-Wisconsin-Milwaukee, United States-Minnesota-Thief River Falls
Industry
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Strategic Communications
Schedule
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Full-time
Employee Status
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Regular
BusinessClass
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Strategic Communications
Job Posting
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Jan 29, 2026 |
HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
Jan 29, 2026