Vice President Communications & Brand

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical

problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational

advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into

realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact :

Jacobs has a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Vice President Communications & Brand. This

role is primarily responsible for managing the communications risks and opportunities of the

business, internally. Provides critical, high-level communications to support the

execution of the company’s strategy. Accountable for achieving Jacobs brand promise in support of

client centric strategic growth, employee engagement, and corporate identity goals. Works to

ensure unified, consistent application of key branding, and communications strategies, internally.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and

client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their

work week between Jacobs’ offices / projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their

best work.

This position can be aligned to a Jacobs office based in North America but Dallas, Texas is the preferred location.

Candidate Qualities :

A deep understanding of and commitment to clients, passionate about the success of the business, in the context of the company’s shared values and culture

A strategic thinker, an excellent listener, and a pro-active self-starter who is able to competently manage projects to deadlines

Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to develop a cohesive vision for a dynamic, nimble and multi-faceted communications strategy to advance the company’s objectives with internal constituents

Exceptional judgment and professionalism

Deep communications experience with multiple stakeholders and expertise in strategy, communications, brand governance, and business development

Team leader, with ability to develop talent and leverage strengths of team members and associates.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Develop and manage implementation of a comprehensive communications vision and

strategy, including these functions :

o Brand development strategy

o Brand activation and production

o Employee communications

o Digital platforms

Monitors budget and cost effectiveness of overall communications program and ensures that investments produce desired results

Develop relationships with key internal stakeholders and business leaders to determine engagement strategy to communicate key messages on strategic initiatives.

Provides support to the Social and Political Committee on geo-political macro events and how the company should respond and react when appropriate.

Key Success Measures :

Enterprise communications, branding functions are viewed (internally and externally) as coordinated, innovative, and making a positive difference in Jacobs market position and brand

Other metrics as defined in the corporate communications strategy and implementation plan

Minimum B.S. Degree in communications, marketing, or other relevant discipline (or equivalent experience).

At least 15 years’ progressively responsible experience in corporate communications, marketing or related position.

Experience supervising diverse teams and collaborating with other corporate and business functions

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Strong interpersonal skills

Global experience and mindset, with sensitivity to diverse constituencies

Excellent presentation skills

High attention to detail, quality and timeliness

Ability to synthesize and simplify complex concepts into understandable messages for multiple audiences

Ability to work under tight deadlines and in high-pressure situations

Active listening skills

Ability to generate creative concepts

Initiative

Excellent planning and organizational skills

Results oriented

Strong leadership skills, including leading by influence vs. position

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