Benefits Analyst - Leave Administrator

As an industry leader Balfour Beattyoffers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitivesalaries and more including: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Health Savings Account 401(k) with company match Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement) Vacation Time Sick Time Holidays Tuition Assistance Employee Referral Bonus Summary Balfour Beatty seeks a Benefits Analyst with leave administration experience to join our team. This indidivual can be based in Dallas, TX, or Atlanta, GA. This is a hybrid role that allows the selected candidate to work from both the office and home (two days in the office, three from home). The Benefits Analyst will partner with internal and external groups to develop, implement, and coordinate benefit plans, leave management administration, programs and procedures for all employees. The Benefits Analyst will display exceptional communication skills to ensure that employees and management have a thorough understanding of the leave management process and procedures, health and welfare programs, costs, and eligibility requirements. Essential Functions Benefit - Leave of Absence Management Manage the full cycle process of LOA (FMLA, STD, PPL, LTD). Prepare biweekly payroll report for LOAs. Prepare tracking spreadsheets for all LOA cases. Proactively lead discussions with HR/Managers/Employees to ensure all involved have appropriate information and status regarding each leave case; Assist in premium collections for employees in unpaid status (ex. Out on Workers’ Comp). General Benefit Questions Primary contact for calls and emails with managers and employees for questions about medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits. Participate and engage in weekly vendor calls to discuss their performance and any concerns. Assist in troubleshooting issues with vendor contacts as they arise; Ensure resolution for issues with vendors and any adjustments needed to employees; Assist in auditing the data integrity between internal and external systems. Annual Processes, such as Open Enrollment Collaborate and help lead annual Open Enrollment process, provide updates, and create excitement around process Monitor data flow between BBI and vendors for quality and consistency of annual filings. Training and Outreach Develop and spearhead training and outreach efforts to share full benefit offerings to all employees and managers to ensure understanding and utilization. Accommodations Take the lead on assisting with medical accommodations and updates related to leave cases and employee return to work status. Other duties as assigned. Education, Experience and Knowledge Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field. 5-8 years of relevant work experience preferably in employer-based group health and welfare analytical experience with exposure to multi-site plans and vendors management; Experience operating in a shared services model supporting multiple business streams/units is a plus. Understanding of HR policies and practices, benefits and payroll experience. Strong verbal and written communication and Excel skills. Must be able to effectively communicate sensitive and confidential information. Must be detail oriented and able to work independently, as well as within a team. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and work well with key partners on a variety of HR projects and initiatives. Experience with planning, implementing and administrative oversight of company wellness plans preferred. About us Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way.Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business. Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY). Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law. Accessibility:If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact HumanResources at: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. View your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law: #J-18808-Ljbffr Balfour Beatty plc