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HNTB

Benefits Manager

HNTB

. Manage the day-to-day operations of the benefits function under the general supervision of the Total Rewards Director .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced knowledge of employee benefit policies and regulations, along with strong management skills to lead and develop a benefits team. Proficient in analyzing benefit plan performance and collaborating with finance and HR partners to implement effective benefits programs.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Employee Benefits ManagementTeam Leadership and DevelopmentBenefit Plan Analysis and DesignBudgeting and Fiscal ManagementRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills
Employee Benefit PoliciesCost EstimatingFiscal ManagementPlan Design and DevelopmentVendor ManagementData AnalysisSummary Plan DescriptionsOpen Enrollment ManagementPerformance AssessmentBenefits Program Recommendations
Soft Skills
CoachingCommunicationProblem-SolvingAdvisory SkillsCollaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Business or Human Resources
Industry Keywords
Total RewardsHealth Plan PerformanceEmployee Benefits TrendsCompliance RegulationsBenefits Policy Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the benefits function under the general supervision of the Total Rewards Director
  • Manage, coach, and develop the benefits team
  • Establish goals and objectives, assess performance, and provide ongoing feedback
  • Analyze and oversee the design and development of benefit plan changes
  • Recommend benefits programs and changes to management based on employee requirements, health plan performance, and benefit trends
  • Manage vendor relationships and renewal processes
  • Evaluate insurance services, coverage, and options
  • Partner with Corporate Finance on health plan performance and budget reports
  • Work with HR Partners to migrate plans and programs from development to implementation
  • Resolve escalated employee benefits concerns and advise on exception requests
  • Monitor and analyze plan costs, renewals, and contracts
  • Write and distribute summary plan descriptions
  • Ensure benefits policies comply with local, state, and federal regulations
  • Advise management on employee benefits trends and developments
  • Manage open enrollment, including benefit changes, communications, data entry, data transfer, and troubleshooting
  • Participate in benefits policy development, implementation, maintenance, and short- and long-range planning
  • Direct the design and administration of retiree health care benefits
  • Advise employees on benefits eligibility and related matters
  • Provide benefits subject matter expertise to the HR Solution Center team
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Business or Human Resources
  • 7 years related benefits experience
  • Advanced knowledge and understanding of employee benefit policies, procedures, and regulations
  • Knowledge of budgeting, cost estimating, and fiscal management principles and procedures
  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this position