Reporting to the VP, Corporate Strategy, this position leads enterprise-wide communications strategies for complex and high-profile infrastructure projects. We are looking for someone with deep expertise in corporate and stakeholder communications coupled with hands-on proficiency with AI-driven tools that accelerate content creation, design, and communications analytics. This is a leadership role for a strategic communicator who understands that trust is built long before shovels go in the ground.

Duties and Responsibilities

Execute Valard’s enterprise marketing and brand strategy aligned with corporate growth objectives
Guide communications for major transmission, substation, and utility construction projects across Canada, ensuring clear, timely, and accurate messaging to all project stakeholders
Manage corporate communications including media relations, public relations (PR), social media, website management, and internal messaging
Champion the integration of AI-powered tools — including generative AI for content drafting, image generation for branded materials — into Valard’s communications workflow
Oversee development of marketing materials including capability statements, project profiles, presentations, brochures, and digital content
Partner with Business Development and Operations teams to support proposals, pursuits, and client engagement strategies
Manage external agencies, vendors, and creative partners to ensure consistent brand standards and messaging
Monitor market trends, competitor positioning, and industry insights to inform strategic planning
Develop and manage the marketing budget, including tracking return on investment (ROI)
Lead and mentor the marketing team, establishing clear priorities and performance expectations

Post-secondary education in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field
10 years of progressive marketing experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
Experience within construction, utilities, engineering, infrastructure, or industrial sectors
Demonstrated experience leading brand strategy, digital marketing, and corporate communications
Proven experience managing marketing budgets and external agency relationships
Strong understanding of proposal marketing and business development support in a project-based environment

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

Experience in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) organizations
Knowledge of Canadian utility and infrastructure markets
Accreditation in Public Relations (APR), Indigenous Relations (e.g., CCAB Progressive Aboriginal Relations), or equivalent.
Experience implementing AI-driven programming within the brand and internal communications space
Master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or related field

Job Posting End Date: July 5, 2026

This position offers a base salary range of $90 000 – $110 000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.

* We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.