Senior Communications Manager
Description
Join Sellen’s Team. Come Build with Us.
The Senior Communications Manager will be responsible for elevating Sellen's reputation as the builder of choice through strategic communications leadership. This role will serve as Sellen's primary content strategist for communications supporting business development and growth strategies, subject matter expert thought leadership, and executive team needs. The Senior Communications Manager provides counsel to Sellen's executive team, leads proactive media and public relations efforts, and ensures consistent, high-quality messaging across all internal and external channels.
You must have experience leading corporate communications programs with big brand experience.
The position is located in South Lake Union full-time with occasional hybrid work flexibility.
Your Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field.
- 10+ years' of comparable experience as a Communications Lead preferably in the A/E/C Industry.
- OR Comparable combinations of education and experience will be considered.
KNOWLEDGE
- Proficiency With Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Advanced understanding of modern communications strategies, tools, and platforms.
SKILLS
- Self-motivated and skilled in leading and initiating activities or conversations.
- Resourceful and innovative in planning and executing projects with measurable KPIs.
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to influence and build trust across diverse stakeholders.
- Communicates comfortably and effectively with new and diverse groups of people.
ABILITIES
- Work without guidance and is not intimidated by assignments.
- Analyze and resolve challenges at both a strategic and functional level.
- Must be polished, discreet, and sensitive to the confidentiality requirements that may arise.
- Confident, driven, vibrant, dynamic leader.
- Thrive at a fast pace and adapt well to a quickly changing environment.
The full salary range for this position is $130,000 to $165,000. New hires typically start between $130,000 and $150,000, depending on direct professional experience and qualifications. The bonus target for this role is 7.5% of annual base earnings. Learn more about Sellen's Fair Pay Workplace certification, our bonus plan, and other rewards and benefit programs here.
About Sellen
Sellen's purpose is to improve the lives of those around us - as builders, partners and neighbors. Our goal is to hire the best talent and develop the strongest project teams in the industry. If you bring strong skills, thrive in a project environment, and enjoy team spirit and collaboration, please introduce yourself.
Our Benefits
At Sellen, we provide our team members with an environment that promises safety, stability, and values mental health. Competitive benefits including 401(k) with up to 9.5% employer contribution, health insurance, health savings contributions, tuition benefits, and more. Sellen is the first general contractor in the country to receive the Fair Pay Workplace Certification, which ensures we are paying our people equitable across gender and race.
Our Culture & Reputation
Doing things the "Sellen Way" means being good at our craft, doing what's right, and caring for one another. As a local, employee-owned company, based in the Pacific Northwest for 80 years, we live, work and raise our families here, and Sellen is committed to actively supporting our community and our people.
Our DEI Commitment
We recognize the impact Sellen can make in creating a more diverse A/E/C industry. We envision a diverse workforce where people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, and other underrepresented and historically underestimated populations are reflected at all levels.
Sellen is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.