Internal Communications Specialist

About Us

A family-owned global company who is a worldwide leader in formwork, scaffolding & engineering applications since 1969. Our mission is to provide the best service to customers making construction more efficient, faster, and safer.

Our Culture drives our strong values to be:  Entrepreneurial – Reliable - Open-minded - & Passionate

These values are what drives how we make decisions, how we serve our customers and how we build our team.

Scope of Position

In this role, as an Internal Communications Specialist, you will be responsible for internal corporate communications and event planning, playing a crucial role in enhancing our company messaging brand and driving engagement. You collaborate with subject-matter experts in the organization to ensure internal communications align with overall organizational strategies, goals, and value. 

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Collaborate and coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure consistent and timely communication
• Use digital tools and platforms to create and manage internal communication activities
• Develop internal communications strategies and implementing tactics to help maintain and strengthen company culture
• Develop engaging and innovative communications messages with a strong understanding of how best to deliver information across different channels and across the country.
• Assist in the development and delivery of cross-functional internal communications strategies, tools and materials that support the goals and objectives of the company
• Understanding communication measurement tools, tactics, and benchmarks
• Building, sourcing, and editing content for newsletters, internal company information or celebratory campaigns
• Draft and publish internal announcements for employee notifications, initiatives, and company information
• Prepare, gather, and refine company presentations, including engagement initiatives and town hall events
• Produce video and creative internal digital media on multiple platforms
• Organize internal events and oversee the company's social committee network
• Oversee company rewards program
• Collaborate confidently with leaders at different levels of the organization

What you'll need to be successful:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and French, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and engaging manner
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate with professionals at all levels within the organization
• Excellent attention to detail, editing and proofreading skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to problem-solve
• Highly organized and articulate and a focus on anticipating stakeholders needs.
• Skill/tact in dealing with people at all levels of the organization
• Ability to think critically, effectively prioritize and manage time, task, and resources
• A strategic growth mindset focused on initiating new ideas to elevate our communications approach
• Skilled in developing engaging and innovative materials with a strong understanding of how to best deliver tactics across different company channels, in French and English quickly
• Ability to independently manage competing priorities

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Post Bilingual (English and French)
• Post secondary or advances college diploma in journalism, communications, or public relations
• 2+ years of professional communications experience
• Knowledge of Marketing and Public Relations principles
• Proficient in Microsoft Office application and computer skills and adapt to utilizing new technology/software
• Experience in planning and supporting strategic communications campaigns
• Familiarity using communications software, such as content management systems, to post stories that reach broad audiences.
• Think creatively to design communication material that are engaging

Compensation and Benefits:

• Performance Bonus
• Health (including paramedical), Vision & Dental
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Company Matching RRSP
• Tuition Reimbursement

PERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation for candidates with disabilities is available throughout the recruitment process upon request