Public Relations Manager

HGA•Washington, DC

18d•Hybrid

About The Position

Shape the Stories Behind Award-Winning Design – Join HGA as a Public Relations Manager! Join HGA, a national leader in architecture, engineering, and design, as we amplify the ideas shaping communities nationwide. We’re seeking a curious, strategic, and detail-driven PR Manager to help elevate our brand and the impact of our work. In this role, you’ll: Elevate HGA’s brand and the impact of our design through compelling storytelling Build and manage relationships with media contacts and influencers Develop campaigns that earn placements in local and national outlets Collaborate with experts across design disciplines and marketing teams Shape stories that showcase the creativity of over 1,000 talented professionals across 12 offices locations If you’re passionate about storytelling and driving visibility for transformative design, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

5-7 years of experience in public relations or strategic communications (agency or in-house), supported by formal PR training or education
Proven track record securing earned media coverage at local, regional, and national levels and manage relationships with journalists and editors
Deep understanding of media strategy, storytelling, and relationship-building
Strong ability to influence and build alignment with diverse internal stakeholders, including senior leaders, through clarity, context, and well-supported recommendations.
Familiarity with PR measurement tools (e.g., Meltwater, Cision, Muck Rack)
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills across press materials and thought-leadership content
Strategic thinker able to plan and manage multi-phase PR campaign with attention to detail
Proactive, resourceful, and self-motivated; able to work independently and meet tight deadlines
Effective verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrated flexibility in a dynamic, fast paced environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams)
Familiarity with digital publishing and social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X)

Responsibilities

drive HGA's public relations strategy and campaign management
partner with the PR Director to develop and execute an annual PR strategy and editorial calendar aligned with firmwide and sector priorities
serve as a thoughtful internal partner by providing clear guidance on story readiness, messaging alignment, and how editorial decisions support firmwide priorities.
anticipate needs, offer strategic recommendations, and keep PR leadership informed on risks, opportunities, and emerging narratives.
identify and pursue opportunities to showcase HGA's projects, people, and impact through earned media
draft, edit and proofread press releases, media advisories, key messages, pitches, and related content
develop compelling story angles that connect HGA's design work to industry and community conversations
research media outlets, editorial calendars, and current news topics to inform proactive outreach for national media submissions
build and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers in relevant markets and sectors
manage media inquiries and coordinate interviews, background materials, and talking points for HGA leaders
track, analyze, and report PR results through dashboards and regular updates to internal teams
perform media research, maintain media lists, and monitor industry trends using Meltwater; become a subject matter expert on the tool
curate and share social media posts that highlighting media coverage and reinforce brand positioning
support internal and external communications needs related to earned media initiatives
attend select in-person events, interviews, and networking opportunities to strengthen relationships and visibility.