About Burns 

Burns is a nationally respected provider of specialized engineering services, bringing highly-technical, sought-after engineering expertise to complex transportation and critical infrastructure projects. Ranked a Top Workplace and ENR Top 500 Design Firm, we have built a reputation on outstanding client service, delivering resilient, life-protecting engineering solutions that take full advantage of new and evolving technologies. We are personally invested in helping our clients achieve their goals, successfully guiding them through the challenges of multifaceted projects using our no-surprises Burns Unique Client Experience.

We are currently seeking a Marketing Content Writer to join our Marketing team at our headquarters in Philadelphia, PA. 

Summary:

Assists in the development of communications to support the firm’s business initiatives and brand messaging. Researches, writes and edits articles for the firm’s internal publications and for external trade publications and business journals. Writes copy for project descriptions, brochures, marketing materials and thought-leadership.

Role & Responsibilities:

Researches and develops salient articles that tie corporate strengths to current events and trends Writes and pitches articles and press releases to news, trade and business publications “Ghost-writes” thought leadership articles for top executives and leadership, and pitches articles to industry publications as appropriate Writes video and audio scripts for promotional videos and audio clips, presentations, podcasts, and webinars Identifies, prepares and coordinates press releases Writes and edits copy for brochures, advertisements, advertorials, website content, targeted social media campaigns and other marketing materials Writes and edits sensitive and confidential internal communications Develops marketing plans for targeted social media campaigns Prepares new project, people and company-related announcements Coordinates and writes project descriptions and professional biographies for internal and external use Develops and supervises maintenance of computer database of media contacts. Develops and maintains relationships with media and off-site production representatives. Contracts and serves as liaison with outside consultants, copy writers, and advertising agencies.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university in journalism, communications, or related discipline At least seven years of experience performing journalistic and press relations duties for a service firm. AEC Industry experience is required.

Why Join The Burns Team

Recently voted a Top Workplace by philly.com, we credit our strength as an organization to our talented, driven, vibrant team. Burns is an ENR Top 500 Firm and has been named a MEP Giant by Consulting-Specifying Engineer Magazine, as well as a Hot Firm by Zweig. We are industry experts, proven leaders, innovative thinkers, and team players. We put our clients’ successes and best interests first, because their success is our success. We have fun at work because we love making a difference in the world. We are looking for high-energy, bright, collaborative individuals who want the opportunity to “write their own story” with us.

Applying To Burns

As a member of our team, you will enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package. Interested, qualified candidates must apply on the Burns’ career site at www.burns-group.com to be considered for a specific opportunity. Individuals needing assistance to apply for an open opportunity should contact the Human Resources Department at hrdepartment@burns-group.com.