Communications Specialist - M&J Engineering

M&J Engineering is a leading provider of multi-discipline consulting services, proudly employing over 300 professionals. Since its founding in 2004, M&J has evolved into a diverse and innovative firm, offering expertise in engineering, construction management, construction inspection, technology, and environmental services. Our clients span a broad spectrum, including federal, state, and local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers, and contractors.

At M&J, we are deeply committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, which drive our hiring and personnel decisions. As part of our ongoing Affirmative Action efforts, we do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, employment status, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected category. We actively seek out and develop talented individuals with the potential to thrive and succeed through our Affirmative Action Plan.

We are seeking a full-time Communications Specialist to operate out of our North Haven, CT office.

The Ideal Candidate will:

• Be passionate about the power of communication to transform and/or solidify internal and external perceptions to consistently share a positive, engaging message about the Companies that encourages staff to join/stay and clients to hire us.
• Be able to spin a story from bare facts
• Be a team player

Strategic Planning

• Working in conjunction with Business Development staff and company executives to develop and implement a comprehensive and aligned strategic marketing plan
• Provide regular reports and recommendations to improve content strategies and identify market opportunities
• Public Relations/Marketing (Internal and External)
• Update and maintain the firm's main and affiliate websites, ensuring timely and accurate content
• Collaborate with internal teams to refresh web pages with relevant project updates, staff profiles, and service offerings
• Develop engaging marketing long-form content by coordinating with M&J staff to gather project insights, updates, and technical expertise.
• Increase M&J’s brand awareness

1. • Research and pursue opportunities for publications, including advertisements and sponsorships
   • Draft and submit award entries on behalf of the firm
   • Write and distribute press releases for major company milestones, project completions, or award wins

• Collaborate with M&J’s graphic design team to ensure timely distribution of news across all digital platforms, maintaining consistent messaging

Social Media

• Support digital marketing efforts through the creation of social media posts for LinkedIn and other online content
• Monitor LinkedIn to engage with followers and track online presence
• Track the performance of website content and social media campaigns

Marketing Data Management

• Maintain a PR directory for marketing department use
• Support the update of PR materials and other communications collateral to support business development activities
• Coordinate all professional staff and project photography with all office locations

Employee Engagement

• Collaborate with M&J staff across departments to collect stories, achievements, and news for potential communication pieces
• Assist in the coordination of company-wide employee recognition events
• Assist in the onboarding process for new staff, upholding M&J’s culture and brand

Public Outreach

• Assist in client follow-up after project completion
• Oversee ground breakings, grand openings, client parties and other events as needed.
• Attend trade shows and assist in the coordination of M&J booth items
• Coordinate community service opportunities

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in communications, public outreach coordination, content creation, digital marketing, or public relations
• Experience in the A/E/C preferred
• Proficiency in:
  • Social media (LinkedIn)
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Database management (basic)
  • Wordpress or Similar CMS
  • Cosential or similar CRM software experience
• Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to craft compelling content
• Experience in writing press releases, blog posts, and social media content
• Understanding of media relations, with experience in writing and distributing press releases
• Strong organizational, planning and project management skills with the ability to prioritize competing tasks
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal teams (e.g., M&J staff) and external partners
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges related to content creation and publication
• Ability to travel occasionally to satellite offices

M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base.  We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service, safety, risk management and loss prevention practices, quality control, teamwork, and the development of younger staff.  We seek employees who enjoy their work, desire continuous improvement, and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality, employee-owned, professional firm. To all full-time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.