National Marketing & Communications Leader

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities and the planet. 

Woodard & Curran is seeking a dynamic and strategic marketing executive to lead our national Marketing & Communications function. Reporting to the Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, this role is responsible for shaping and executing the firm’s marketing strategy in alignment with organizational objectives, overseeing a team of marketing professionals, and driving business growth through strategic marketing initiatives.  With broad strategic influence and direct accountability for market expansion and the revenue pipeline, this role serves as the bridge between marketing and overall business strategy, ensuring that marketing efforts contribute measurably to Woodard & Curran’s success.   The National Marketing & Communications Leader will lead a geographically dispersed team of marketing professionals, while serving as a key member of the firm's Strategy and Growth leadership team.

Who Are We Looking For? We are seeking an experienced leader who excels at developing marketing strategies that drive growth, strengthen our brand, and support business development. Experience within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry is preferred, though candidates from professional services organizations are also encouraged to apply.

Location: Hybrid role located near one of Woodard & Curran's primary office locations.

 

Metro areas of:

Portland, ME

Boston, MA

Providence, RI

New York, NY

Middletown, CT

Philadelphia, PA

Atlanta, GA

Tampa, FL

St Louis, MO

Pittsburgh, PA

Sacramento, CA

San Francisco, CA

Los Angeles, CA

San Diego, CA

 

Travel: Travel required, approximately 10-25%.

Success Will Be Measured By

• Improved proposal win rates and client acquisition metrics due to elevated marketing support and messaging. 
• Increased market share in targeted sectors through tailored campaigns and strategic positioning. 
• Increased marketing ROI through data-driven campaign marketing and budget optimization. 
• Direct contribution to revenue pipeline via integrated marketing and business development efforts.
• Enhanced brand visibility and awareness.
• Development of a high-performing marketing and communications team.
• Strong alignment between marketing and communications, and internal partners

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What will you be doing at Woodard & Curran?

What You Will Need to Succeed

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This role has the option for remote work, and the anticipated pay range is flexible, depending on factors such as the employee's primary work location, skills, experience, and education. The following examples illustrate how the pay range for the same role can vary based on different locations. 

 

Group A (ME) = $185,000 - $200,000

Group B (PA, MA, RI) = $195,000 - $220,000

Group C (CT, NJ, Andover/Canton MA, NY): = $215,000 - $260,000
 

This position’s anticipated pay range is provided; the final exempt salary or non-exempt hourly pay will depend on experience level and consider a percentage-based geographic differential based on where the final candidate will be working. Geographic differentials recognize and reflect the cost of labor differences between geographic markets.

 

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Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR)

 

As part of our commitment to a fair and respectful workplace, Woodard & Curran uses a Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR) to help resolve most employment-related concerns efficiently and consistently.

 

What this means:

• MDR applies to both you and the Company
• Most workplace-related disputes are resolved through binding arbitration, rather than court proceedings
• Certain exceptions are outlined in the full agreement

 

If you are offered a position with Woodard & Curran, you will be asked to review and sign the MDR as part of your offer packet.

 

 Review the full agreement here: Mutual Dispute Resolution Agreement

 

 

Employee Support & Benefits

 

Retirement Savings:

• 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed

 

Time away from work:

• Observed holidays: Choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually
• Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked
• Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work-related illness or injury.
• Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding

 

Coverage and support for your needs and well-being:

• Disability: Paid short- and long-term disability
• Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.
• Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.
• Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.

 

Workplace Information

 

E-Verify Participation

Woodard & Curran participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. As part of this process, we display the required Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters. 

View required Right to Work and E-Verify posters here.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility

Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer.

View our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
View the "Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster 

 

Inclusion & Belonging

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and believe diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to serve clients and communities.

As an employee-owned company, we are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment where employees can grow, contribute fully, and deliver meaningful impact.

 

Recruitment Agency Policy

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Submissions without a signed agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and not eligible for referral fees.

 

Text Message Communication Notice:

To support an efficient hiring process, we may send brief SMS updates or reminders. You may opt out at any time by replying “STOP.”

 

Terms, Privacy & Use of AI in Hiring 

Woodard & Curran Terms of Use

Woodard & Curran Privacy Statement

 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support aspects of the hiring process (e.g., application review or resume screening). These tools assist our team but do not replace human decision-making. All final hiring decisions are made by people.