Job Ref: 213713665

Date: 2021-05-10 13:10:06

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About The Role
EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.
 
EKFB Are looking to recruit a Communications Manager.
 
This role sits within the EKFB Communications team reporting to the Head of Communications. You will be responsible for raising the profile of EKFB, increasing awareness of our role in building HS2 and telling compelling stories that give insight into the engineering challenges building the railway. You will build and nurture a strong industry network, ensuring that EKFB has a strong and trusted reputation in our marketplace. You will develop and execute effective communications and media relations programmes, working alongside client media teams to ensure compliance. You will be the custodian of EKFB’s image in the external marketplace, working closely with the Employee Communications Manager to ensure a consistent message both inside and outside the organisation.
The location for the role will be flexible, but frequent travel to our offices along the route will be required, notably Milton Keynes, Brackley and client offices in Birmingham.

About The Candidate
Contribute to the EKFB communications plan including strategy, goals, budget and tactics
Develop and deliver media relations strategy, seeking high-level placements in print, broadcast and online media
Coordinate all public relations activities
Work with the wider Communications and Community Engagement team to develop and deliver social media strategy to engage audiences across traditional and new media
Leverage existing media relationships and cultivate new contacts within business and industry media
Create content for press releases, articles and keynote presentations
Monitor, analyse and communicate PR results on a monthly basis
Evaluate opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and advertising on an on-going basis.
Build relationships with thought leaders to grow industry awareness
Maintain a keen understanding of industry trends affecting clients and make appropriate recommendations regarding communication strategy surrounding them
Work closely with Social Value Manager to identify opportunities for external recognition
Support in development of wider CRM for stakeholder management
Take photographs and produce film material for relevant events
Coordinate with parent companies’ PR / communications teams
Identify opportunities to use latest technology to improve both internal and external communications

About The Company
EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.
 
EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation.
 
EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work. If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today.
 
In return, we’re offering a competitive salary & benefits.
 
EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.
 
We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application.
 
Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.
 
Pre-employment checks:
It’s worth remembering that we’ll undertake the relevant/standard employment checks if you’re successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.
NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of onboarding process)

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