Content Specialist

Garney Construction • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

Garney is hiring a Content Specialist to develop written content supporting the company’s marketing and communications efforts. The role produces content for the company website, industry publications, award submissions, case studies, and other marketing materials. The specialist collaborates with employees, project teams, subject matter experts, and internal teams to gather information and coordinate content development, reviews, and approvals. The position requires managing multiple assignments while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and deadlines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional content marketing, communications, copywriting, or marketing experience.
• Experience within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.
• Demonstrated portfolio showcasing long-form writing and content development.
• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and copywriting skills.
• Strong ability to develop both short- and long-form content.
• Ability to interview subject matter experts and translate technical information into clear, engaging content.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting engineering, construction, infrastructure, or professional services organizations.
• Experience with SEO content development.
• Experience with website content management systems and email marketing platforms.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign and Acrobat.
• Experience using content management systems, project management tools, and marketing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Research, write, and edit content for the company website, project stories, case studies, white papers, thought leadership articles, and other marketing materials.
• Develop award submissions, advertorials, industry articles, and other content for external publications.
• Interview employees, project teams, and subject matter experts to gather information and develop stories.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, engaging content for a variety of audiences.
• Write and optimize website content using SEO best practices.
• Provide copywriting and editing support for social media, marketing campaigns, and other communications initiatives as needed.
• Assist with conference materials, presentations, and industry event communications.
• Work with internal teams to coordinate content development, reviews, and approvals.
• Manage multiple writing assignments while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and deadlines.

Benefits

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with $0 premiums.
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay.
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting the first day.
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match.
• Student loan resources.
• Weekly paychecks.
• Paid time off.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions.
• Free life insurance and disability policy.
• Free access to healthcare coordinators.
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost.
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost.
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more.
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store.

What This Job Offers

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