Internal Communications Manager

Garney Construction • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

Garney is hiring an Internal Communications Manager to lead its internal communications strategy and oversee initiatives that inform, engage, and connect employees across the organization. The role manages communications across internal channels and partners with leadership and teams throughout the company to deliver clear, timely, and relevant messaging that strengthens organizational alignment, supports company priorities, and reinforces Garney’s culture of employee ownership.

The manager develops and executes communications strategies and plans for business priorities, organizational changes, leadership announcements, and other key updates. The role oversees internal channels, including GarneyOne, provides strategic communications guidance to leaders and departments, and leads executive communications. It also works with marketing, creative, and external communications teams to maintain consistent messaging and brand alignment.

The position measures communication effectiveness using analytics and employee feedback, identifies opportunities for improvement, and manages and mentors internal communications team members. Garney describes itself as an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Candidates may be required to complete a post-offer physical and a site-specific background check.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in communications, internal communications, or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing, storytelling, and communication skills.
• Experience developing and executing strategic communications plans.
• Knowledge of internal communications, employee engagement, and organizational change best practices.
• Experience managing internal communications programs, company intranets, and communication channels.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with executive leadership and employees across the organization.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience leading, managing, and developing team members.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and internal communications platforms.
• Experience in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.
• Experience using analytics and employee feedback to measure communication effectiveness and drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal communications strategies that support business priorities, organizational goals, and employee engagement.
• Oversee internal communication channels, including GarneyOne, to provide employees with timely, relevant, and engaging information.
• Create communication plans for company initiatives, organizational changes, leadership announcements, and other key business updates.
• Partner with leaders and departments across the organization by providing communications guidance, messaging support, and strategic counsel.
• Lead executive communication efforts to enhance leadership visibility, increase transparency, and strengthen organizational alignment.
• Develop and implement communications that reinforce Garney’s culture, values, employee ownership mindset, and connection across teams.
• Collaborate with marketing, creative, and external communications teams to ensure consistent messaging and brand alignment.
• Measure communication effectiveness through analytics and employee feedback and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Manage and mentor internal communications team members and ensure communications across the organization are high-quality and impactful.

Benefits

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with $0 premiums.
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay.
• Company stock at no cost starting on the first day.
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match.
• Student loan resources.
• Weekly paychecks.
• Paid time off.
• Eight 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: Manager