Benefits Specialist I at Civil-GROUP

SUMMARY

The Benefits Specialist I is responsible for maintaining current benefit programs by collaborating with vendors and internal team members to evaluate continuous improvements. Oversee process improvement, communications, and troubleshooting related to benefit programs, systems, and processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Provide improvements to current programs by using thorough understanding of plan design and administrative procedures to drive constant improvement and accuracy 

• Coordinate vendor relationships to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant administration of assigned benefit programs 

• Assist in the implementation of new programs, vendors, and changes to plans and/or administrative procedures 

• Collaborate with the benefits team and HR to review benefit vendors, benefit plan designs and benchmarking 

• Draft team member communications that accurately and professionally disseminate benefit information to team members via intranet, e-mails, or newsletters etc. 

• Subject matter expert for various benefit programs and point of escalation for complex team member issues, 

• Assist with annual audits to ensure accuracy of team member benefit plans 

• Process benefit deduction funding, performing an audit of the data to ensure deductions are reconciled 

• Assist with the process to ensure any file feed errors/ concerns are addressed by the service center 

• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, math, or related field or equivalent experience 

• Minimum of three years of experience in benefits design and benchmarking

• Experience with benefit program administration and communication 

• Previous experience with wellbeing preferred 

• Previous experience with employee recognition programs preferred

• Knowledge of ERISA, HIPAA and IRS regulations preferred 

• Effective communication and active listening skills 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Shown positive and professional attitude and strong customer service skills 

• Strong leadership, communication, problem solving, initiative, and teamwork skills 

• Strong project management skills, interpersonal relationship building skills 

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint 

• Strong writing skills

• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency is a plus

A few benefits offered include: 

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage 
• Dental plan 
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves 
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance 
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Adoption Assistance  
• Gym Membership Discount Program  

The base pay range for this role is $68,200 - $92,100. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. 

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Please make note: 

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days. 

ABOUT MORTENSON

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.