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Communications Coordinator – Burnaby, BC

JRS Engineering (JRS) is an industry-leading engineering firm providing professional consulting services throughout Western Canada. Since 1997, we have remained committed to delivering best-in-class building science solutions that prioritize value, quality, and performance. We work with our clients – developers, architects, building owners, property managers, legal and insurance professionals, industry consultants, manufacturers, and contractors – to deliver technically sound, cost-effective solutions for projects of any size and complexity.

Our Mission

To lead our profession by consistently delivering high-quality services, maintaining and cultivating our technical knowledge, and valuing our clients’ goals.

Our Corporate Culture

The JRS corporate culture is built on collaboration. Guided by our Core Values, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes growth through professional development, teamwork, and mentorship. We take pride in celebrating our people, their diversity, and their professional and personal achievements.

Your Opportunity

We are looking for a skilled and inspired Communications Coordinator to join our team. Working closely with the Communications Manager, the Communications Coordinator will support a variety of strategic initiatives. Primarily, the Communications Coordinator will focus on the implementation of plans and activities that span internal and external communications, marketing, branding, and business development. The role functions in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, requiring excellent writing, accuracy, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to navigate competing priorities effectively.

Here’s what you’ll be doing at JRS

External Communications

Content Coordination and Development

• Gather information and content for various corporate communications and marketing activities.
• Draft copy for corporate communications, blogs, marketing materials, and other media.

Marketing (Traditional and Digital)

• Draft and update marketing materials, such as project description sheets, CVs, company profiles, etc.
• Manage and organize the company’s image library, ensuring that all images are correctly tagged and stored.
• Implement website updates, including adding new content, images, and other updates as required.
• Draft, schedule, and monitor social media posts.

Design

• Design and develop materials, including holiday cards, banners for trade shows, event invitations, brochures, and other promotional items.
• Design graphics for website, social media posts, and other media.
• Support the development of presentations for industry events, business development, and other external activities.

Event Support

• Support the planning and execution of corporate events, including client events, trade shows, conferences, etc.
• Assist in coordinating logistics, preparing materials, and event communications.

Proposal Support

• Assist in drafting custom proposals for comprehensive RFPs (Requests for Proposals), including gathering necessary information and ensuring timely submissions.

Corporate Collateral

• Support the development of new company templates as required.
• Coordinate and assist with updating existing company templates.

Internal Communications

• Gather content and draft weekly internal newsletter.
• Monitor engagement reports on various digital platforms.
• Draft content for various internal communications activities.
• Support the development of presentations for internal events, including Town Halls.
• Draft, distribute, and report on staff pulse surveys and communications feedback.

Communications Planning and Development

• Support the development of communications plans as assigned and coordinate workflow amongst project contributors, including tracking, documenting, timelines, and resources.
• Support the development of marketing plans that are creative, directive, succinct, and measurable.
• Track the growth and impact of social activities and monitor trends, best practices, and techniques around social media.
• Coordinate with external vendors, industry associations, and stakeholders for various communication-related items, including professional printing, swag, web support, etc.
• Support the development and implementation of communication processes and procedures to improve efficiency and consistency.

Communications Administrative Support

• Provide administrative support to the Communications Department, including scheduling meetings, tracking expenses, and maintaining files.
• Update and manage the communications calendar and project tracker; coordinate with stakeholders to ensure that deadlines are met.
• Other duties as assigned.

Here’s what you bring to JRS

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in a communications, public relations, marketing or related role.
• Graphic design experience or education, and the ability to effectively use design software, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.
• Experience using LinkedIn, Mailchimp, and other social, analytic, and content management platforms. WordPress experience is considered an asset.

Knowledge, Capabilities, and Competencies

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to compose correspondence, reports, presentations, and other written materials using clear and concise language.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with all levels of business personnel.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• A desire to continually learn and grow.

Annual salary range – $60,000 to $70,000

Why choose JRS

Our people are the foundation of JRS, and we are committed to fostering an environment where talented professionals can thrive. We build best-in-class careers through tailored professional development plans that support career growth at all levels. Our team members benefit from dedicated mentorship, ongoing training, and continuous growth opportunities within our organization. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture and integrated team approach; at JRS, you will work alongside experts from diverse disciplines, gaining and contributing valuable insights and perspectives.

In addition to our commitment to career excellence, JRS offers a competitive benefits package and prioritizes overall well-being through flexible work arrangements, generous vacation, and a range of employee-focused initiatives and programs.

JRS Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. Please let us know of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.