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Senior Communications Advisor

1001 TransCanada PipeLines Limited · Calgary, AB, Canada

Digital MarketingExternal listingfull-timeabout 2 hours ago

About The Role

Determined, imaginative, curious—if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you!

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager of C anadian Business Communications , this is an exciting opp ortunity for an experience d communications professional w ith a keen interest in the energy industry and a passion for telling compelling stories about its critical role in supporting communities, economies and quality of life across North America . B ased in Calgary, this role offers a unique opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of projects and prior ities, partnering with leaders throughout the organization to navigate complex issues and deliver impactful communications. We're looking for a strategic thinker and strong relationship builder who brings sound judgment, creativity and a solutions-focused approach to their work. The successful candidate will be energized by the opportunity to influence outcomes, support key business priorities and provide trusted communications counsel in a dynamic environment .

Note: We request all applicants to please include a cover letter at the beginning of their resume .

What You'll Do

  • Lead strategic communications planning and execution for capital projects and operational activities, aligning messaging with corporate objectives and stakeholder priorities .
  • Drive continuous improvements in project communications by identifying opportunities to strengthen engagement and connect project objectives to broader corporate priorities.
  • Partner with business leaders and cross-functional teams to translate complex operational, commercial and regulatory topics into clear and effective communications.
  • Provide communications counsel and issues management support, by monitoring the internal and external environment, identifying emerging issues and develop ing proactive media response s .
  • Support exe cutive and senior leaders with external speaking opportunities that reinforce business priorities, strengthen stakeholder understanding of the value and importance of the energy sector .
  • C ontribute to internal business communications , supporting an engaged an d inspired team .
  • Create messaging and materials to facilitate engagement with communities, government representatives, Indigenous communities and other key stakeholders.
  • Develop and implement scalable communications processes, tools and templates that improve consistency, efficiency, and effectiveness across projects.
  • Provide mentorship, guidance and strategic advice to communications team members, helping prioritize work, navigate complex stakeholder environments and achieve business objectives .

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, political science or a related field.
  • 10 + years of progressive experience in strategic communications, project communications, public affairs or a related field.
  • Demonstrated ability to navigate complex regulatory, political and multi-stakeholder environments and translate insights into clear, strategic project communications that align objectives , mitigate risk and drive informed decision-making .
  • Strong project management skills, including experience building workbacks, coordinating approvals, managing dependencies and driving disciplined execution.
  • Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to tailor messages for internal and external audiences and develop clear, concise communications materials.
  • Strong issues management judgment, including the ability to anticipate risks, assess implications and coordinate effective responses.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively across functions and with senior leaders in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in the energy sector or related regulated industries
  • Experience supporting communications for capital projects, construction, energy infrastructure or other complex, high-profile initiatives.
  • Experience working across Indigenous, community, government, media, workforce and internal communications files.
  • Familiarity with issues monitoring, stakeholder mapping, communications planning tools and project tracking systems.
  • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution and strong follow-through.
  • Experience working with agency partners, contractors or cross-functional project teams.
  • Professional, confident communicator with strong relationship-building and influencing skills

This position requires candidates to

  • Travel periodically , with overnight stays away from home .
  • Occasionally be available for extended work hours outside of standard business hours to respond to on-call issues (early morning, evening and weekend at times ).
  • Participate in our emergency response team and on-call rotation.

To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs—moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at careers@tcenergy.com for support.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.

Learn more

Visit us at TCEnergy.com and connect with us on our social medial channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.

Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.

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