Kitchell
Corporate Communications and Marketing Manager
Kitchell, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Corporate Communications and Marketing Manager
Kitchell is seeking a forward‑thinking, detail‑oriented, and collaborative Corporate Communications and Marketing Manager in Phoenix to build a long‑term career at one of the most innovative and growth‑oriented building companies in the United States.
The Corporate Communications and Marketing Manager creates and delivers compelling, consistent communications that elevate Kitchell’s brand, voice, and visibility. This role combines creative execution with strategic coordination—producing engaging content, managing digital channels, and supporting firmwide marketing infrastructure. As a key member of the corporate communications team, this position ensures alignment across all platforms while driving the storytelling, visuals, and campaigns that connect employees, clients, and communities to Kitchell’s purpose and impact. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Corporate Communications, Marketing and Branding.
Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Coordination
Drive firmwide communications and marketing strategies that align with Kitchell’s annual goals and long‑term vision, ensuring consistent, unified messaging across all business units.
Lead coordination of enterprise communications—creating content, sequencing announcements, and ensuring alignment in tone, timing, and presentation across the organization.
Manage workload, capacity, and vendor relationships to maintain efficiency, creativity, and high‑quality standards.
Content Creation & Storytelling
Write, edit, and produce engaging content for internal and external audiences, including intranet news, newsletters, social media, press releases, and website updates.
Translate company initiatives, project milestones, and success stories into compelling narratives and visuals.
Produce timely, relevant internal communications that inform, inspire, and connect employees.
Develop and manage external communications and public relations efforts, including press releases, story pitches, and proactive media outreach.
Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and industry partners to amplify Kitchell’s visibility and reputation.
Collaborate across operating companies and departments to ensure message consistency, accuracy, and alignment with company priorities.
Digital Marketing & Social Media
Manage Kitchell’s firmwide social media presence—creating posts, graphics, and short‑form videos that highlight people, culture, and projects.
Maintain and execute a consistent publishing calendar that aligns with brand goals and enterprise initiatives.
Monitor analytics to refine storytelling, timing, and engagement strategies.
Partner with operating company marketers to amplify local stories and ensure a cohesive voice across all platforms.
Brand & Creative Execution
Uphold Kitchell’s brand standards and ensure a unified look and feel across all channels and materials.
Design and produce branded collateral, presentations, and digital assets that reflect the company’s identity and tone.
Manage updates to the brand portal, templates, and digital libraries to maintain accuracy and accessibility.
Marketing Infrastructure & Support
Support governance of CRM, marketing systems, file structures, and asset libraries to ensure accessibility and consistency.
Collaborate with marketing and business development teams to maintain CRM accuracy and reporting standards.
Oversee management of creative assets (photo/video libraries, templates, brand resources).
Research and integrate new tools and technologies that improve efficiency, visibility, and content quality.
Events & Partnerships
Develop content and creative materials for company‑wide events, onboarding, recruiting, and recognition programs.
Support execution of major events and initiatives that showcase Kitchell’s brand and the Employee Experience.
Coordinate with internal teams and vendors for photography, video, and design support.
Ensure Kitchell’s presence at national conferences and external engagements reflects a coordinated, consistent brand experience.
Other duties as assigned.
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related discipline (advanced degree preferred).
7+ years of progressive experience in communications and marketing, ideally in a professional services or AEC industry setting.
Demonstrated experience leading marketing/communications initiatives and managing cross‑functional projects.
Knowledge And Skills
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling abilities.
Strong creative skills; proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Office 365.
Experience with CRM systems, content management systems, digital marketing platforms, and analytics tools.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; proven ability to collaborate across stakeholders.
Strong leadership, mentoring, and team management capabilities.
Ability to balance strategic oversight with hands‑on execution in a deadline‑driven environment.
Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a general, climate‑controlled, office environment.
Physical Requirements This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Travel Requirements Limited to no travel will be required for this position.
About Our Company Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell’s core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in‑house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross‑training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well‑being. These benefits include company performance bonuses, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, weight loss programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more.
Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The Corporate Communications and Marketing Manager creates and delivers compelling, consistent communications that elevate Kitchell’s brand, voice, and visibility. This role combines creative execution with strategic coordination—producing engaging content, managing digital channels, and supporting firmwide marketing infrastructure. As a key member of the corporate communications team, this position ensures alignment across all platforms while driving the storytelling, visuals, and campaigns that connect employees, clients, and communities to Kitchell’s purpose and impact. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Corporate Communications, Marketing and Branding.
Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Coordination
Drive firmwide communications and marketing strategies that align with Kitchell’s annual goals and long‑term vision, ensuring consistent, unified messaging across all business units.
Lead coordination of enterprise communications—creating content, sequencing announcements, and ensuring alignment in tone, timing, and presentation across the organization.
Manage workload, capacity, and vendor relationships to maintain efficiency, creativity, and high‑quality standards.
Content Creation & Storytelling
Write, edit, and produce engaging content for internal and external audiences, including intranet news, newsletters, social media, press releases, and website updates.
Translate company initiatives, project milestones, and success stories into compelling narratives and visuals.
Produce timely, relevant internal communications that inform, inspire, and connect employees.
Develop and manage external communications and public relations efforts, including press releases, story pitches, and proactive media outreach.
Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and industry partners to amplify Kitchell’s visibility and reputation.
Collaborate across operating companies and departments to ensure message consistency, accuracy, and alignment with company priorities.
Digital Marketing & Social Media
Manage Kitchell’s firmwide social media presence—creating posts, graphics, and short‑form videos that highlight people, culture, and projects.
Maintain and execute a consistent publishing calendar that aligns with brand goals and enterprise initiatives.
Monitor analytics to refine storytelling, timing, and engagement strategies.
Partner with operating company marketers to amplify local stories and ensure a cohesive voice across all platforms.
Brand & Creative Execution
Uphold Kitchell’s brand standards and ensure a unified look and feel across all channels and materials.
Design and produce branded collateral, presentations, and digital assets that reflect the company’s identity and tone.
Manage updates to the brand portal, templates, and digital libraries to maintain accuracy and accessibility.
Marketing Infrastructure & Support
Support governance of CRM, marketing systems, file structures, and asset libraries to ensure accessibility and consistency.
Collaborate with marketing and business development teams to maintain CRM accuracy and reporting standards.
Oversee management of creative assets (photo/video libraries, templates, brand resources).
Research and integrate new tools and technologies that improve efficiency, visibility, and content quality.
Events & Partnerships
Develop content and creative materials for company‑wide events, onboarding, recruiting, and recognition programs.
Support execution of major events and initiatives that showcase Kitchell’s brand and the Employee Experience.
Coordinate with internal teams and vendors for photography, video, and design support.
Ensure Kitchell’s presence at national conferences and external engagements reflects a coordinated, consistent brand experience.
Other duties as assigned.
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related discipline (advanced degree preferred).
7+ years of progressive experience in communications and marketing, ideally in a professional services or AEC industry setting.
Demonstrated experience leading marketing/communications initiatives and managing cross‑functional projects.
Knowledge And Skills
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling abilities.
Strong creative skills; proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Office 365.
Experience with CRM systems, content management systems, digital marketing platforms, and analytics tools.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; proven ability to collaborate across stakeholders.
Strong leadership, mentoring, and team management capabilities.
Ability to balance strategic oversight with hands‑on execution in a deadline‑driven environment.
Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a general, climate‑controlled, office environment.
Physical Requirements This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Travel Requirements Limited to no travel will be required for this position.
About Our Company Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell’s core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in‑house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross‑training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well‑being. These benefits include company performance bonuses, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, weight loss programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more.
Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr