Benefits Analyst

Felix Construction Company; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP program

Discretionary annual bonus

401k with employer match

Rich benefits package

Generous PTO

8 paid company holidays

Professional development

Volunteer initiatives

Job summary

Felix Construction is seeking a Benefits Analyst to enhance the employee experience while optimizing self-funded benefit programs. You will serve as the subject matter expert for employee benefits administration, leave management, compliance, and benefits analytics, with a strong focus on our self-funded medical plans.

You will administer health, dental, vision, life, disability, wellness, and voluntary benefits, analyze claims data and utilization trends, manage vendor relationships, ensure

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in benefits administration, total rewards, human resources, or a related field.
• Experience administering employer-sponsored health and welfare plans.
• Experience with leave administration including FMLA, ADA, and disability programs.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate data.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience working with HRIS and benefits administration systems.
• Excellent communication and employee service skills.

Responsibilities

• Benefits Administration & Employee Support: Administer health, dental, vision, life, disability, wellness, and voluntary benefit programs.
• Self-Funded Plan Analysis & Strategy: Analyze medical and prescription claims data, utilization trends, and cost drivers.
• Vendor & Partner Management: Act as the primary contact for TPAs, brokers, stop-loss carriers, and benefit vendors.
• Compliance & Leave Administration: Ensure compliance with ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, and other applicable regulations.
• Data Integrity & Reporting: Maintain accurate employee eligibility and enrollment data, and report on key metrics.

Skills

Benefits administration

FMLA/ADA

Excel advanced

HRIS experience

Data analysis

Communication

Leave administration

Education

Bachelor's degree

SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP

HR certification

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Felix Construction has been building critical water and wastewater infrastructure since 1987, proudly serving the Phoenix and Dallas markets. We’ve kept the close, family-owned feel of our early days while earning the reputation and recognition of a leading general contractor.

Our projects are local, so you don’t live out of a suitcase — you live your life. This commitment to our team and values has earned us recognition as the #1 Top Workplace in Arizona and the #2 Top Workplace in the USA for midsize business in construction from USA Today./AZcentral.com.

And here’s what truly sets us apart: Felix is the only General Contractor in Arizona with in-house General Contracting, Electrical, and Industrial Controls UL508A-certified panel shop—all under one roof. We’ve grown into a $200M company with 400+ employee-owners by keeping it simple: work hard, work safe, and do it right.

We Build What Matters.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Benefits Analyst who is passionate about creating an exceptional employee experience while helping us manage and optimize our self-funded benefit programs. As our Benefits Analyst, you'll play a key role in ensuring our employees and their families receive exceptional support while helping Felix make data-driven decisions about our benefits strategy.You'll serve as the subject matter expert for employee benefits administration, leave management, compliance, and benefits analytics, with a strong focus on our self-funded medical plans.

What You’ll Do

Benefits Administration & Employee Support

• Administer health, dental, vision, life, disability, wellness, and voluntary benefit programs.
• Serve as a trusted resource for employees regarding benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, claims issues, and coverage questions.
• Partner with new hires during onboarding and support employees through annual Open Enrollment.
• Develop clear, engaging employee communications and educational materials.

Self-Funded Plan Analysis & Strategy

• Analyze medical and prescription claims data, utilization trends, and cost drivers.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for leadership regarding plan performance and cost-containment opportunities.
• Support annual benefits strategy discussions, benchmarking efforts, and plan design evaluations.
• Monitor preventative care utilization and other key health plan performance indicators.

Vendor & Partner Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for TPAs, brokers, stop-loss carriers, and benefit vendors.
• Monitor vendor performance and service levels.
• Coordinate eligibility, claims administration, invoicing, and reconciliation activities.
• Assist with vendor negotiations and renewal processes.

Compliance & Leave Administration

• Ensure compliance with ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, and other applicable regulations.
• Coordinate annual audits, Form 5500 filings, and compliance testing.
• Manage employee leave requests, disability claims, accommodations, and return-to-work processes.
• Partner with leaders and employees to navigate complex leave and accommodation situations.

Data Integrity & Reporting

• Maintain accurate employee eligibility and enrollment data.
• Partner with Payroll and Finance to ensure accurate deductions and vendor payments.
• Track and report on key metrics related to benefits costs, employee utilization, compliance, and service levels.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in benefits administration, total rewards, human resources, or a related field.
• Experience administering employer-sponsored health and welfare plans.
• Experience with leave administration including FMLA, ADA, and disability programs.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate data.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience working with HRIS and benefits administration systems.
• Excellent communication and employee service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with self-funded medical plans.
• Experience analyzing claims data and healthcare utilization trends.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CBP, CEBS, or related certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

Why Join Felix Construction

Felix Construction is more than a company—we are an employer and contractor of choice with the leadership and infrastructure to sustainably execute on our growth and deliver on our brand promise. We provide the tools, support, and environment where talented individuals grow while delivering projects communities depend on. Don’t just find a job—build a future with Felix Construction. We offer:

Become an Owner, Not Just an Employee:

As a 100% employee-owned company, our success is your success. Our ESOP program is the foundation of our culture, fostering a unique environment of shared accountability, commitment, and reward.

Discretionary annual bonus program

401k with 6% employer match

Rich benefits package with substantial employer contribution

Generous Time Off Policy (PTO)

8 paid company holidays

Professional development programs, team activities, and organized volunteer initiatives