Job Description

Subsidiary: Colas Canada Inc.

Position Overview

Make an impact at Colas by helping build the Canada of tomorrow. Colas Canada Inc., part of the Colas Group, is Canada\xe2\x80\x99s leader in the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure. From roads, to airports, to rail, we\xe2\x80\x99ve done it all. Our subsidiaries operate from coast-to-coast, providing vertically integrated paving products and services to keep Canadians moving. Communication Specialist - Colas Western Canada Inc. LOCATION: St. Albert, AB
REPORTING TO: President, Colas Western Canada Inc. (Direct) and Communications Manager, Colas Canada Inc. (Matrix)
BENEFITS: Pension, comprehensive benefits, health spending account, annual bonus, employee discount program with national retailers

Position Summary

As Communications Specialist you will play a key role in transforming communications for Colas Western Canada Inc with its internal and external stakeholders, driving employee engagement and brand awareness. This position is responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining an operational communications plan. The ideal candidate requires a high degree of leadership, initiative, coordination, and cooperation skills to work with cross-functional teams. Effective collaboration with various business units, and project teams is essential to the overall success. Supported by the leadership team the Communications Specialist will lead Colas Western Canada Inc.\xe2\x80\x99s communications vision, planning and strategy while supporting and maintaining our corporate identity and brand.

Key Responsibilities

• In collaboration with Colas Canada Communications team, lead the development and implementation of communications policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines for Western Canada
• Manage the company\xe2\x80\x99s communication channels including Sharepoint, digital displays and email communication tools: drive ongoing enhancements and long-term strategy with a view to optimizing the brand awareness and the employee experience
• Lead media relations activities, managing our social media accounts, particularly working with social media to develop an online presence, inform the public of Colas Western Canada Inc\xe2\x80\x99s practices and values, in a credible and positive way while building our brand reputation
• Facilitate and/or source media training and media response expertise for business leaders
• Develop and manage a strong editorial calendar that informs on key business initiatives, performance and programs, engagement initiatives and activities
• Provide information, advice, and hands-on assistance, to promote best practices in communications planning and implementation
• Serve as communications advisor to leaders at all levels of the company, understanding the dynamics of internal and external communications
• Develop plans and strategies with leaders from across the company, including business leaders, and cross-functional peers, to deliver on the company\xe2\x80\x99s priorities and growth ambitions
• Aid business units on written documents related to request for proposals (RFP\xe2\x80\x99s)
• Promote public awareness of Colas Western Canada Inc. as a responsible corporate citizen and a contributor to the community. Create valuable content to form connections, grow our audience and deliver our story in our local communities
• Publish regular e-newsletters and traditional newsletters to reinforce news content posted on social media, and the company Sharepoint site to ensure employee engagement
• Observe and respond to conversations within our brand community. Monitoring tweets, responding to Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram posts and engaging with brand advocates. Professionally and creatively responding to online provocateurs and negative feedback
• Coordinate and/or assist in the organization of public and private events
• Participate in other projects and activities as required by providing effective communications support to Colas Western Canada Inc.\xe2\x80\x99s priorities
• Sustain and fuel dynamic ways to engage with employees \xe2\x80\x93 through digital, virtual and in-person channels
• Partner with Executive Leadership, HSE and HR on the development of internal crisis communications tools and resources
• Generate and utilize analytics to execute and refine programs for maximum return on investment and track key performance metrics. Regularly report on key indicators to objectively show the impact of strategy.
• Overall website design strategy, support and data analytics for Colas Western Canada Incs businesses and divisions

Requirements / Experience

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree or Post-Graduate degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field
• 5+ years of internal communications experience
• Computer proficiency \xe2\x80\x93 Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
• Demonstrated capability to manage confidential information and sensitive materials with utmost discretion and professionalism
• Strong computer skills, photo, video/audio editing and publishing skills
• Significant experience managing and utilizing internal communication tools
• Exceptional writing/editing, presentation, and verbal communications skills
• Ability to work independently with a diverse and sometimes remote team
• High level of customer service orientation

What You Bring

• Highly organized and detailed oriented with demonstrated expertise in administrative coordination.
• Able to work independently and take the initiative where needed.
• Demonstrated ability to take complex ideas and translate them into key messages and creative executions that resonate with employees and/or other stakeholders
• Ability to challenge traditional thinking and communication methods
• Collaborative spirit and thrive working in a supportive team environment.
• Ability to plan for the short-, mid- and long-term communication strategy aligned to the local business plans
• Excellent at prioritizing and managing multiple tasks and deliverables.
• Strong interpersonal skills, professional demeanor, and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels.
• Adaptability and resourcefulness in a dynamic work environment.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Diplomacy and tact
• Bilingual (French) considered a strong asset

What\'s in it for you?

We are pleased to offer the successful candidate:

• Competitive and attractive salary package
• Potential for for Hybrid work
• A comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Health Spending Account, etc.
• Employer matched pension plan
• Company sponsored professional development opportunities
• Participation in the various reward programs
• Excellent opportunities for professional growth

ABOUT COLAS
Colas is a Canadian leader in transportation infrastructure \xe2\x80\x93 materials, construction, and maintenance. From roads to rail, airports to ports, we build some of the most important projects that connect our communities. Backed by our network of Colas companies across Canada and the Colas Group worldwide, Colas offers a wide range of innovative and sustainable solutions for the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure. Join the largest transportation infrastructure group in the world and help connect Canada. DIVERSITY IS IMPORTANT TO US
At Colas, we believe our workforce should reflect the diversity of the communities we connect. By living our core values of Caring, Sharing, and Daring, we welcome all those who help create the links that bring us together. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, disability, marital or family status, gender, gender identity or expression.