About Kapitol
Kapitol is an innovation-driven construction company based in Melbourne set to outpace and disrupt the industry. As one of Australia’s fastest-growing design and construct enterprises, we proudly combine a fresh approach with decades of expertise. The result is smarter, safer, more agile building solutions, coupled with a diverse portfolio including commercial, residential, education, and high-tech industrial projects.
About the Role
As our PR & Communications Manager, you will take ownership of Kapitol’s communications function, bringing PR, external communications and internal communications capability fully in-house, with responsibility for spearheading all internal communications across the business.
Reporting to the Head of Marketing, Brand & Communications, you will act as the central point of accountability for all communications activity, shaping Kapitol’s corporate narrative, driving proactive media engagement, and elevating leadership visibility.
This is a high-impact, standalone role working closely with Marketing, People & Culture, Business Development and project teams to ensure consistent, high-quality communication that supports business growth, reputation and culture.
A key focus of this role is to establish and lead a structured internal communications approach that supports clarity, engagement and alignment across a growing organisation.
Key responsibilities;
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Develop and execute a proactive PR and communications strategy aligned to Kapitol’s growth ambitions
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Identify, shape and pitch stories across tier-one, trade and industry media, building strong media relationships
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Manage media enquiries, press materials and messaging frameworks to protect and enhance Kapitol’s reputation
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Define and evolve Kapitol’s corporate narrative, ensuring consistent and high-quality messaging across all external channels
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Partner with leadership on key announcements, project milestones and executive profiling (LinkedIn, media, speaking opportunities)
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Oversee external communications including website content, LinkedIn and project storytelling
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Lead and deliver a structured internal communications strategy, owning all internal messaging, cadence and engagement across the business including company updates, leadership messaging and town halls
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Improve communication clarity, consistency and engagement across the business
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Lead issues and crisis communications planning, providing guidance to leadership as required
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Support communications for key business moments including project milestones, events and partnerships
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Act as the central point of accountability for all communications activity, ensuring alignment across teams
About you
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Proven experience in PR, communications or corporate affairs (approximately 8+ years), ideally across both agency and in-house environments
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Strong experience leading internal communications in a growing or complex organisation
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Exposure to property, construction, infrastructure or a related project-based industry
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Strong media relationships across business, property and industry press
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Proficiency in media monitoring and engagement tools (e.g. Meltwater, Medianet, iSentia, Streem)
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Exceptional writing and storytelling capability, with strong editorial judgement
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Experience supporting senior leaders with communications, messaging and thought leadership
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Confident working in a high-growth, agile environment
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Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and partner across all levels of the business
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Strategic mindset with the ability to operate hands-on and deliver outcomes
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Calm under pressure, particularly in media or reputational risk scenarios
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High attention to detail with a strong focus on brand consistency and quality
Why Kapitol
At Kapitol, we are redefining construction through innovation, technology, and an uncompromising commitment to excellence.
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Ranked Australia’s #1 builder in Hubexo’s 2026 Construction League Report
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Strong pipeline of technically complex, large-scale projects with high repeat-client revenue
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Digital-first and AI-enabled organisation, with technology embedded into how we plan, build and operate
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Strong professional growth opportunities within a fast-growing, high-performing organisation
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Values-led culture that is Supportive, Authentic, Inspirational, Driven and Customer-Centric
