Sr. Manager, Public Relations and Communications

Tekmetric
Houston
Workplace: HybridFull timeFunction: Communications, PR & CommunitySkills: ["Writing","Editing","Strategic thinking","Cross-functional collaboration","Stakeholder management"]

Own Tekmetric’s external communications strategy end-to-end by building an executive thought leadership program, driving earned media in the AI era, and evolving media relations through data-driven storytelling. Lead the founder-led content engine, secure high-quality trade and business press placements, and manage media partnerships and Tektonic conference PR. Partner with Product to package launches for third-party validation, position leaders as subject matter experts, and measure earned-media signals tied to business outcomes.

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Sr. Manager, Public Relations and Communications

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Job Summary

Own Tekmetric’s external communications strategy end-to-end by building an executive thought leadership program, driving earned media in the AI era, and evolving media relations through data-driven storytelling. Lead the founder-led content engine, secure high-quality trade and business press placements, and manage media partnerships and Tektonic conference PR. Partner with Product to package launches for third-party validation, position leaders as subject matter experts, and measure earned-media signals tied to business outcomes.
Location: Houston
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Communications, PR & Community

Key Responsibilities

  • •Build and lead an executive thought leadership program to position leadership as authoritative voices in the auto repair industry and beyond.
  • •Own earned media strategy for the AI era, evolving media relations with a GEO-forward focus and long-term earned media engine.
  • •Partner with the CEO to drive the founder-led content engine, including editorial framework and content workflow.
  • •Manage Tektonic media partnerships and conference PR, including trade publication and journalist relationships before, during, and after the event.
  • •Coordinate PR for product launches, amplify leader subject matter expertise, manage media sponsorships, and report on earned-media signals tied to outcomes.
Travel: Medium travel

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Remote WorkPaid LeaveHealth InsuranceDentalVision401kLearning BudgetHome OfficeWellness StipendParental LeaveMedical Leave

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree and/or 8+ years of experience in public relations or communications.
  • •Proven ability to build and execute earned media strategies with measurable results.
  • •Deep experience in executive communications and thought leadership/visibility programs.
  • •Strong, established media relationships with a track record of high-quality placements.
  • •Excellent writing, editing, and messaging skills for pitches, op-eds, press releases, and talking points.
Experience:B2BSaaS
Skills:WritingEditingStrategic thinkingCross-functional collaborationStakeholder management
Languages:English
Tech Stack:MeltwaterMuck RackCision

Company Brief

Tekmetric
Provides cloud-based shop management software for automotive repair businesses, offering workflow management, estimating, parts and inventory, customer communications, integrations, and analytics to streamline operations and improve shop efficiency.
Industry: Automotive
Company Size: Medium (51 to 250 employees)
Growth: Growth Stage Startup
Headquarters: Lehi, United States
Founded: 2016
WebsiteLinkedIn