Compensation Manager

ColonialWebb Contractors; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

401(k) plan with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Medical, dental, life, and vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

ColonialWebb Contractors is seeking an experienced Compensation Manager to lead the design, administration, and improvement of compensation programs across its teams. This role requires strong analytical skills, and the ability to translate complex data into clear guidance, ensuring competitive and equitable compensation practices.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and at least five years of compensation-related experience, working closely with HR and Finance to align programs with business objectives while ensuring compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of progressive experience in compensation administration.
• Experience interpreting compensation data and market surveys.
• Experience supporting compensation programs in construction or project-driven industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compensation philosophy and salary structures.
• Partner with HR and Finance to support organizational goals.
• Conduct market pricing and benchmarking analyses.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Business acumen

Excel proficiency

Compensation regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Human Resources, or related field

Tools

HRIS

Workday Compensation module

Job description

ColonialWebb is seeking an experienced Compensation Manager to lead the design, administration, and continuous improvement of compensation and incentive programs across our Construction, Service, Manufacturing, Industrial, and Corporate teams. This role partners closely with HR, Finance, Payroll, and business leaders to ensure compensation practices are competitive, equitable, compliant, and aligned with business objectives and operational realities. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical expertise with business acumen and can translate complex compensation data into clear, practical guidance within a fast‑paced, project‑driven environment. This position plays a critical role in supporting ColonialWebb’s ability to attract, retain, and reward top talent while maintaining consistent and scalable compensation practices across the organization.

Who we are: At ColonialWebb, we are deeply committed to our people, our culture, and the continued growth of our business. As a full‑service MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) contractor, we pride ourselves on the quality and expertise of our teams, who work across a diverse range of specialties, including New Construction, Mechanical Service, Industrial Refrigeration, and Manufacturing. For over 50 years, we've been dedicated to delivering comprehensive solutions and unmatched service to our commercial customers, earning a reputation as a trusted contractor in the industry.

Perks of joining ColonialWebb:

• Competitive salary
• Career development and progression
• 401(k) plan with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision and disability benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral incentives

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain ColonialWebb’s compensation philosophy, salary structures, pay guidelines, and governance processes.
• Partner with HR, Finance, Payroll, and business leaders to ensure compensation programs support organizational goals and workforce needs.
• Administer salary ranges, job architecture, career paths, and compensation structures across the organization.
• Conduct market pricing, benchmarking, and compensation analyses to support competitive and equitable pay practices.
• Analyze internal equity, pay progression, and pay compression while providing data‑driven recommendations.
• Lead annual compensation cycles, including merit increases, promotions, market adjustments, and compensation reviews.
• Support the design and administration of incentive, commission, and bonus programs tied to operational, safety, and financial performance.
• Ensure compensation practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations while maintaining appropriate documentation and controls.
• Develop compensation dashboards, reports, and analytics to support HR and executive leadership decision‑making.
• Manage Workday compensation processes and partner with HRIS, Payroll, and Finance teams to ensure data accuracy and system effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Benefits and HR teams to benchmark and evaluate total rewards programs and employee benefit offerings.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance compensation processes, tools, and overall program effectiveness.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressive experience in compensation administration, compensation analysis, or a related HR analytics role.
• Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting compensation data, market surveys, and workforce trends.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience working with HRIS and compensation management systems.
• Working knowledge of compensation regulations, compliance requirements, and compensation best practices.
• Experience supporting compensation programs in construction, mechanical, electrical, or other project‑driven industries is preferred.
• Experience supporting multi‑location or multi‑business unit organizations is preferred.
• Workday Compensation module experience preferred.
• CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) certification or progress toward certification preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex compensation concepts in a clear and practical manner.
• Strong business acumen, sound judgment, attention to detail, and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

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