Benefits Specialist

Felix Construction Company; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

401k match

Comprehensive benefits

PTO

Holidays

Development programs

Job summary

Felix Construction is seeking a Benefits Specialist to enhance the employee experience by managing self-funded benefit programs, compliance, leave administration, and benefits analytics. Based in Phoenix, this role partners with HR leaders to drive data-driven decisions that control costs while supporting employees.

You will administer medical, dental, vision, life, and voluntary benefits; guide enrollment and life events; analyze claims data; monitor plan performance; coordinate with TPAs and

Qualifications

• 3+ years in benefits administration or related field.
• Experience administering employer-sponsored health and welfare plans.
• Experience with FMLA, ADA, and disability programs.
• Strong data interpretation and reporting abilities.
• Proficient in advanced Excel and HRIS usage.
• Excellent communication and employee service skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer health, dental, vision, life, disability, and wellness programs.
• Support benefits enrollment and life events; assist Open Enrollment.
• Analyze claims data and cost drivers; prepare leadership reports.
• Manage compliance, leave administration, and audits.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Advanced Excel

HRIS experience

Communication skills

Benefits administration

Leave management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HRIS software

Payroll systems

Data analytics tools

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 Specialist who is passionate about creating an exceptional employee experience while helping us manage and optimize our self-funded benefit programs. As our Benefits Specialist, 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