Communications & Public Relations - New Graduate

Fluor • Calgary, AB

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About The Position

Fluor is one of Canada's top employers and is recognized globally as a leader in the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Fabrication, and Maintenance industry. Our focus on innovation and providing cost-effective technology-based solutions is second to none. As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us fulfill our purpose to Build a Better World.
Fluor team members are at the heart of our success in executing projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality. If you value teamwork, empowerment in your career, and are eager to champion innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients, this opportunity just may be for you!
Reporting to the Director, Communications & Public Affairs, the Communications Specialist II performs communications program administration, assists in developing and implementing activities in support of business objectives and strategies, and supports programs/initiatives across internal and external communications, Indigenous engagement, community investment, inclusion, and external affairs.

Requirements

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or other related field.
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, community partners, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job.
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines.
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner.
• Contribute to and promote the use of Fluor’s knowledge management portals and communities.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of company communications procedures and programs.
• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading and oral presentation skills.
• Team player.
• Excellent interpersonal skills – ability to communicate effectively at all levels inside and outside the organization.
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job.
• Working knowledge of technology-based communications (internet/intranet, social media and other vehicles and their use as part of a strategic communication plan).
• Proven efficiency in project and time management – self-starter with ability to manage own workload with minimal supervision.
• Ability to produce consistently high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to remain positive and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and distribution of weekly enewsletter to personnel.
• Maintenance and auditing of local office intranet site.
• Creation and maintenance of SharePoint sites to support various office and department programs/initiatives.
• Maintain an informed roster of memberships, sponsorships, and key affiliations.
• Support the rollout and delivery of a new employee network and associated initiatives.
• Maintain a central calendar of events for the office
• Support the delivery of key internal employee-focused initiatives including recognition events, leadership Q&A events, town halls, lunch & learns, stampede breakfasts, cultural workshops and celebrations, as well as other special events as needed.
• Prepare drafts of key communications pieces for review (i.e. internal and external articles, employee spotlights, staffing announcements, value creation presentations, etc). This includes sourcing content, creating first drafts, navigating approvals, intranet publishing, coordinating graphic design, posting and distribution, etc.
• Support the planning and execution of key community outreach activities.
• Creation of Benevity pages in support of community-focused office and team events.
• Assist in developing and implementing communications programs that are measurable and help achieve business goals.
• Help ensure proper and consistent messaging is delivered both internally and externally.
• Engage in regular dialogue with internal stakeholders to maintain an understanding of the current communications environment, challenges and support requirements.
• Continually evaluate and measure the effectiveness of existing communications channels and recommend opportunities for improvement.
• Other duties and support across all functions of the Communications & Public Affairs team as required.

Benefits

• Fluor Canada rewards hard work, knowledge, and commitment.
• Fluor offers competitive employee compensation packages, comprehensive benefit programs including Health, Dental and Vision Care, flexible spending dollars, group registered retirement program, parental top-up, education reimbursement, employee and family assistance programs, and much more.
• Fluor also offers several employee resource groups that aim to provide opportunities for professional and personal growth, improved wellness, and involvement in the community.
• At Fluor, we believe that overall wellness encompasses the four wellness pillars of mental, physical, financial and social. Upon these pillars we are committed to fostering a healthy, inclusive and psychologically safe workplace by creating awareness through knowledge building and communication while focusing on measurable outcomes.
• Compressed work schedule: The Fluor Canada offices work a compressed work schedule offering every second Friday off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level