Communications Manager

The Mainroad Group, a leader in providing safe and reliable road maintenance, products, and construction services across Western Canada, is seeking a talented and experienced Communications Manager to lead our dynamic communications team. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Human Resources & Corporate Compliance, this position is based at our head office in Cloverdale. **Get to know us**: Established in 1988 as "Mainroad Contracting", we have since become a diversified infrastructure company with a rich history of serving British Columbia. Over the past 35 years, we have grown to become a trusted name in road maintenance, civil infrastructure works, and commercial building projects. **What you bring**: - A post-secondary education in Communications, Public Relations, Media Relations, or Marketing, or equivalent experience in related fields. - A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in Corporate Communication & Marketing. - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential. - Strong technical and creative writing abilities. - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, website management tools (WordPress), and analytics software. - Extensive experience with social media platforms. - A customer service-oriented mindset with excellent interpersonal skills. - Exceptional time management abilities with a keen eye for detail and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. - Graphic design experience is a plus - Flexibility to travel within British Columbia and Alberta, with a valid Class 5 driver's license. **What you'll do**: As the Communications Manager, you will oversee a diverse range of responsibilities including, but not limited to... Internal Communications - Crafting, editing, and proofreading various written assignments for internal audiences across different platforms and channels. - Developing and maintaining internal communications and departmental calendars. - Conducting Communications Department orientations and providing social media training and mentoring as needed. - Creating strategies for company-wide employee communications through our internal resource, "Hub." External Communications - Crafting, editing, and proofreading written assignments for external audiences across multiple platforms. - Planning and maintaining external communications and departmental calendars. - Acting as a liaison between highway maintenance operations and the province for public communication and response. - Advising on and implementing best practices for media relations and public engagement. - Supporting Human Resources in recruitment-related communication activities, advertising coordination, and event support. - Planning and scheduling seasonal highway maintenance and road safety campaigns. Marketing & Corporate Sponsorship - Crafting, editing, and proofreading various marketing and promotional materials, including brochures, scripts for radio, video, and event promotions. - Managing Mainroad Group's website(s) and social media content, providing reports as needed. - Providing marketing and project management support. - Coordinating with graphic design services to develop marketing materials and collateral. - Acting as the point of contact for external requests related to corporate sponsorships. **Why join our team**: If you are a creative, out-of-the-box thinker with strong design sensibilities, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for driving impactful campaigns, we want to hear from you. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for growth and development. **Benefits**: - Company events - Dental care - Employee assistance program - Employee stock purchase plan - On-site parking - Paid time off - RRSP match - Vision care - Wellness program Schedule: - Monday to Friday Supplemental pay types: - Bonus pay **Education**: - Secondary School (preferred) **Experience**: - corporate communication and marketing: 7 years (required) - Microsoft Office: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: - Class 5 Licence (required) Work Location: In person