Internal Communications Manager

Abbott Construction•Sandy, UT

About The Position

The Internal Communications Manager for Layton Construction is responsible for developing and executing communication strategies that inform, engage, and align employees with the organization’s goals, culture, and priorities. This role partners closely with executive leadership, HR, and marketing to ensure clear, consistent, and compelling messaging across all internal channels. This position supports communication efforts across the STO Building Group’s western region, including Layton Construction, Structure Tone Southwest, and Abbott Construction. The role also leads internal communications, employee engagement initiatives, training communications, and key employee and community events. This is an individual contributor role reporting to the VP of HR, with no direct reports.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Business, or related field
5–8 years of professional communications experience
Strong writing, editing, and strategic communication skills
Experience with change management and employee engagement strategies
Strong relationship-building and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Highly organized, innovative, and comfortable working through ambiguity
Strong presentation and communication skills
Technologically proficient, including Microsoft Office and modern communication platforms

Nice To Haves

Experience in a large, multi-site organization preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive internal communications strategy that fosters a connected, informed, and engaged workforce across multiple offices, job sites, and functions
Draft, edit, and publish internal communications highlighting employee achievements, project milestones, organizational updates, and key initiatives
Establish editorial calendars and content governance processes
Advise leaders on communication best practices and messaging effectiveness
Partner with HR leadership to deliver communications related to benefits, organizational changes, processes, training, and tools
Proactively manage leadership communications and announcements, ensuring confidentiality and responsiveness
Collaborate with Marketing to ensure alignment and consistency in messaging across channels
Plan, promote, and execute employee events and engagement initiatives across the western region (e.g., employee events, charitable efforts, recognition programs)
Partner with Marketing to develop event branding, signage, and promotional materials
Manage event inventory including swag, banners, and promotional items
Evaluate event success and ROI through feedback collection and performance tracking
Support planning, promotion, and coordination of employee training and development programs (e.g., Building Our Legacy, Emerging Leaders)
Coordinate logistics for training sessions including vendors, materials, and participant experience
Partner with Marketing to ensure consistent branding and communication of training initiatives
Manage Layton’s employee recognition platform (AwardCo), including system utilization, data, budget, and promotion
Drive initiatives that enhance employee engagement, morale, and retention
Lead the Gallup Employee Engagement Survey process, including communications, participation tracking, and follow-up actions
Support development of Layton’s employer-of-choice brand and elevate recognition through targeted initiatives
Coordinate award submissions (e.g., Best Companies to Work For), including timelines, content development, and supporting materials
Establish KPIs to measure communication effectiveness and engagement
Track and analyze metrics (open rates, participation, feedback, survey data)
Continuously improve communication strategies based on insights, trends, and employee feedback
Review and enhance how Talent Acquisition leverages communications to attract talent
Support new hire orientation communications as needed
Serve as a confidential partner to HR leadership and participate in leadership discussions