Patterson-UTI · 1 month ago
Sr Communication, Culture & Change Management Specialist
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expPatterson-UTI is a shared services company that provides centralized functional support across various business segments. They are seeking a Sr Communication, Culture & Change Management Specialist to manage enterprise messaging, execute communication plans, and support organizational effectiveness projects to ensure clear and consistent communication across the organization.
Oil & Energy
Responsibilities
Develop and execute communication plans that support enterprise initiatives, organizational changes, key programs, and operational updates to drive comprehension and adoption across the organization
Create clear, engaging, and audience-appropriate content, including presentations, talking points, FAQs, email communications, leadership messages, toolkits, and change-ready materials
Ensure communication alignment by partnering closely with key leaders, including HR leadership, COEs, Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners
Plan, organize, and manage organizational effectiveness projects, including change management efforts, process updates, and other strategic initiatives (e.g. intranet and company related apps)
Define project scope, timelines, deliverables, and milestones; monitor progress and adjust plans as needed to ensure on-time execution
Build communication templates, standards, and communication governance tools to ensure clarity, consistency, and scalable communication practices
Facilitate cross-functional discussions, clarify expectations, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and adoption of key initiatives
Support change management activities by identifying stakeholder impacts, preparing communication strategies, and enabling leader readiness
Integrate cultural elements into project planning to ensure communication and change management activities uphold the Company’s cultural standards and expectations
Manage vendor relationships to support communication tools, platforms, or project execution needs
Develop, maintain, and oversee the enterprise HR calendar, ensuring alignment of key activities such as budgeting cycles, workforce planning, talent reviews, compliance deadlines, and other strategic initiatives. Partner with HR leadership and business stakeholders to coordinate timing, avoid conflicts, and provide transparency across the organization
Perform other duties as assigned in support of Organizational Effectiveness and enterprise communication needs
Qualification
Required
Ability to maintain Company and employee confidentiality at all times and handle sensitive information
Strong experience in developing and delivering clear, engaging, and audience-focused communications across multiple channels and stakeholder groups
Proven ability to manage complex projects, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring strong organization, prioritization, and execution
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate strategy, culture, and organizational changes into clear messaging and practical actions
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing executive-level materials (presentations, briefings, talking points)
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills with the ability to anticipate needs, identify risks, and propose solutions
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in all Microsoft Office products (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) in order to analyze data and determine trends and anomalies
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Organizational Development, Business, Human Resources or other related field of study
5+ years of experience in communications, organizational effectiveness, change management or a similar role supporting enterprise initiatives
Preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or change management certification (e.g., Proske)
Experience in the oil and gas industry or a large, multi-entity operational environment
Company
Patterson-UTI
Patterson-UTI is a leading provider of drilling and completion services to oil and natural gas exploration and production companies in the United States and other select countries, including contract drilling services, integrated well completion services and directional drilling services in the United States, and specialized bit solutions in the United States, Middle East and many other regions around the world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andy Hendricks
President & Chief Executive Officer | Board Director
Mike Holcomb
Chief Operating Officer
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