Marketing & Communications Manager/Director

Location: On-site — Grand Prairie, Texas
Company Website: https://www.polkmechanical.com

About Polk Mechanical

Polk Mechanical is a trusted leader in mechanical construction and service, delivering innovative solutions across the southern United States. From data centers and healthcare facilities to large-scale industrial and government projects, we are committed to operational excellence, employee development, and strong core values.

Position Summary

We are seeking a strategic and creative Director of Marketing & Communications to lead our internal and external marketing initiatives. This role will serve as a brand builder, storyteller, people leader, and strategic business partner, driving high-impact communications that align with our growth strategy. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Grand Prairie, TX.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute marketing and communication strategies aligned with company goals.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to position Polk as an industry leader.
• Partner with business development to support complex pursuits and proposals in key verticals: data centers, healthcare, manufacturing, government, higher education, hospitality.
• Oversee crisis communications and ensure consistent messaging.

Brand Development & Creative Execution

• Ensure brand consistency across all platforms and materials.
• Drive integrated campaigns (digital, print, social, events) that promote employee engagement and market presence.
• Lead the development of creative proposals, social media calendars, and distinctive internal campaigns.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and mentor a team of marketing and communication professionals.
• Foster a culture of innovation, excellence, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Support and mentor marketing staff at our partner company, TriplePoint.
• Oversee third-party vendors and creative partners.

Data, Tools & Technology

• Leverage analytics, AI tools, Airtable, and HubSpot to track campaign performance and optimize processes.
• Translate data into actionable insights and communicate impact to leadership.
• Maintain accuracy in Polk’s prequalification and marketing documentation.

Relationship & Reputation Management

• Act as Polk’s brand ambassador at conferences, trade shows, and client-facing events.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, media, stakeholders, and industry organizations.
• Lead internal communications that align with company values and employee experience.

Budget Management

• Oversee and manage the marketing budget.
• Support internal teams in planning budgets for marketing-supported initiatives (employee recognition, company events, etc.).

Qualifications

Must-Have

• 8+ years in marketing and communications leadership, preferably in construction or B2B industries.
• Experience leading teams and integrated marketing campaigns.
• Strong communication, brand, and project management skills.
• Proficient in marketing tech tools (AI, Airtable, HubSpot).
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience in supporting sales and pursuit strategy.
• Familiarity with internal comms, employee experience, and event coordination.
• Understanding of proposal development and prequalification processes.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Full benefits package
• Career advancement opportunities
• Collaborative, values-driven work environment

Polk Mechanical is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.