Sr. Specialist, Communications

KBR • Houston, TX

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About The Position

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) is seeking a Communications & Community Engagement Specialist to support internal communications, stakeholder engagement, and community outreach for a major pharmaceutical manufacturing project. As part of the Program Management Consultant (PMC) team, the specialist will help ensure employees, project partners, community stakeholders, and local organizations receive clear, timely, and accurate information throughout the project lifecycle. The role supports communications planning and execution, develops communication materials, coordinates stakeholder engagement activities, and helps deliver events and outreach programs that build awareness and understanding of the project. The position reports to the Workforce & Community Partnerships Manager and is suited to a communications professional experienced in coordinating communications, events, and stakeholder engagement initiatives in a fast-paced project environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in communications, public relations, stakeholder engagement, employee communications, or a related field.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience developing communication materials for multiple audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience coordinating meetings, events, or stakeholder engagement activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, SharePoint, and other collaboration platforms.
• Ability to work effectively across diverse teams and stakeholder groups.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting large capital projects, construction programs, manufacturing operations, or industrial environments.
• Experience with community engagement, public outreach, or workforce development initiatives.
• Experience supporting executive communications or leadership presentations.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences industries.
• Experience developing digital communications content, newsletters, or intranet content.
• Exposure to project management, change management, or organizational communications initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of the project's communications and community engagement plan.
• Develop and distribute newsletters, project updates, presentations, announcements, leadership communications, and other communication materials.
• Coordinate project communications through email, digital platforms, SharePoint, and collaboration tools.
• Draft key messages, briefing materials, talking points, and presentation content for project leaders and stakeholder meetings.
• Assist with planning and delivering employee engagement activities, project events, milestone celebrations, site visits, and community outreach initiatives.
• Support engagement with local community organizations, educational institutions, workforce development partners, economic development organizations, and government stakeholders.
• Coordinate logistics and communications for stakeholder meetings, public information sessions, and project briefings.
• Maintain stakeholder contact lists, communication records, meeting summaries, and engagement trackers.
• Work with project teams to gather information and communicate major project milestones, achievements, and updates.
• Assist in collecting stakeholder feedback and preparing reports that measure engagement and communication effectiveness.
• Ensure communication materials align with project objectives, client requirements, and KBR standards.

Benefits

• 401K plan with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• AD&D
• Flexible spending account
• Disability benefits
• Paid time off
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional training and development

What This Job Offers

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