Benefits Manager

DeSilva Gates Construction; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Health, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401k plan

PTO & holidays

Financial planning assistance

Career growth

Job summary

DeSilva Gates Construction in Dublin is seeking a Benefits Manager to administer our comprehensive employee benefits program, including a self-insured medical plan, and to drive cost-effective benefits operations. You will manage eligibility, enrollments, and annual Open Enrollment while serving as the primary resource on benefits questions and claims.

You will collaborate with TPAs and brokers, review claims data, ensure regulatory compliance (COBRA, ACA, ERISA, HIPAA), and provide cost

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in employee benefits administration.
• Experience managing self-insured medical plans, TPAs and brokers.
• Strong knowledge of COBRA, ACA, ERISA, HIPAA.
• Experience with benefits renewals, vendor negotiations and cost analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and benefits administration systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the administration of employee benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, wellness).
• Manage eligibility, enrollment, life events, and terminations.
• Lead annual Open Enrollment and communications.
• Be primary resource for questions on benefits, coverage, and claims.
• Review and improve benefits processes for accuracy and efficiency.
• Engage in employee communication to maximize benefits utilization.
• Oversee self-insured plan administration and relationships with TPAs/brokers.
• Monitor claims, costs, and plan utilization; coordinate with vendors on escalations.
• Ensure premium payments, reporting, and audits comply with regulations (COBRA, ACA, ERISA, HIPAA).
• Provide management with benefits cost analysis and recommendations.

Skills

Benefits administration

Self-insured medical plans

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance (COBRA ACA ERISA

Data analysis

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Build your career at DeSilva Gates Construction, where you’ll be part of a team delivering major infrastructure projects across Northern California. We are seeking a Benefits Manager to join our team in Dublin. As a Benefits Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the proper administration of our suite of employee benefit programs. The ideal candidate brings expertise in benefits administration, a strong understanding of self-insured medical plans and proficiency with benefits administration systems, paired with strong analytical skills and a service-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

Benefits Management

• Oversee the administration of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability and wellness plans.
• Manage benefit eligibility, enrollment, qualifying life events, and terminations to ensure accurate and timely processing.
• Lead annual Open Enrollment, including plan coordination, employee communications, and implementation of benefit changes.
• Serve as the primary resource for questions regarding employee benefits, coverage concerns, and claims-related issues.
• Review and improve benefits administration processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and a positive employee experience.
• Engage in employee communication and outreach to ensure efficient utilization of benefits.

Self-Insured Medical Plan Management

• Oversee the administration and ongoing management of the company’s self-insured medical plan.
• Manage relationships with third-party administrators (TPAs), benefits brokers, insurance carriers, and other benefit vendors.
• Review medical claims reports, plan utilization, and costs to monitor plan performance and identify opportunities for cost control.
• Coordinate claims escalations and work with vendors to resolve complex benefits issues.

Insurance & Compliance

• Oversee premium payments, reconciliations, reporting, and audits.
• Ensure benefits programs comply with applicable federal and state regulations, including COBRA, ACA, ERISA, and HIPAA.
• Maintain accurate benefit plan documents, policies, procedures, and employee communications.
• Monitor regulatory changes and coordinate implementation of required updates.
• Provide management with benefits reporting, plan cost analysis, and recommendations as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in employee benefits administration, with prior responsibility for managing benefit programs.
• Experience managing self-insured medical plans, including TPA and broker relationships, claims reporting, and stop-loss coverage is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of COBRA, ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, and other applicable federal and state benefits regulations.
• Experience with benefits renewals, vendor negotiations, plan cost analysis, and compliance oversight.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and benefits administration systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with employees, senior management, brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and meet deadlines.
• A trusted professional who handles confidential information with discretion.
• A self-motivated team leader who takes ownership and collaborates effectively across the organization.

Additional Requirements

• Required to pass pre-employment drug, alcohol and background screening.

Total compensation package includes the following:

• Pay (base salary) from $140,000/year (depending on qualifications)
• Profit sharing- cash and deferred
• Comprehensive coverage- health, dental, vision (Competitive premiums with participation in yearly wellness program)
• Insurance- life and disability
• Paid time off and Paid holidays
• 401k plan
• Financial planning assistance
• Career growth and development

DeSilva Gates Construction is a place to build a strong, growth-focused career supported by mentorship from industry leaders. We deliver heavy civil construction projects with integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence—while helping our employees advance and succeed.

Founded in 1932, we are an award-winning contractor specializing in grading, paving, and construction management. Our culture is rooted in safety, respect, teamwork, and clear communication, with a family-oriented, client-focused approach grounded in honesty and accountability.

We’re looking for self-motivated, ethical professionals who take ownership, build strong relationships, and thrive both independently and in teams. With a wide range of public and private projects, you’ll have opportunities to grow and take on meaningful challenges.

DeSilva Gates Construction is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

For more information about DeSilva Gates Construction please visit our web site at www.desilvagates.com.