Director Of Marketing & Communications

Improving America’s infrastructure isn’t for the weak. It takes grit, determination, and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 8,000 people and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment in our insatiable drive to be the best. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career as a Director of Marketing & Communications can change yours.

As a Director of Marketing & Communications, your primary responsibilities with be for the management and oversight of the Marketing Department employees and functions. This includes directing and development of Marketing and communications, corporate culture, and tradeshow and events programs. Specific functions include the coordination and implementation of Marketing communication programs for current and prospective employees, operating companies, media and public relations. Responsibilities of a broad range of Marketing and communication disciplines such as advertising, articles, brochures, direct mail, internet, special events, tradeshows, email campaigns, videos, photography, and social media. Critical for success are excellent communication skills and the ability to enhance customer service and drive change across the organization, while providing leadership and structure.

Why Michels?

• We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
• We are family owned and operated
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
• We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities
• We believe it is everyone’s responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.

Why you?

• You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines
• You relish new challenges and evolving technology
• You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates
• You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
• You believe that individual commitment to a group effort is key to success
• You possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of management.

What it takes:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or related field, and 10+ years of Marketing experience, or an equivalent combination
• Ability to successfully supervise multiple staff of different levels, showcasing strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Excellent communication, verbally and electronically, with each level within the organization
• Capability to adapt and learn new technical, imaging techniques under constantly changing competitive marketing demands. Exceptional computer skills in the area of software related to Marketing, Graphic Design, and social media
• Ability to work under pressure, continually meeting project deadlines across multiple time zones. Must be a highly motivated, creative individual
• Experience in construction or construction infrastructure and associated industries and/or understanding of construction (preferred)
• Master’s Degree in Marketing or related field (preferred)
• Experience working in a company that has an international footprint (preferred)
• Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record as determined by Michels Review Team.

AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability