Manager, Benefits

Centuri Group, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Holidays

401(k) match

Healthcare options

HSA contributions

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Centuri Group, Inc. is seeking a strategic Benefits Manager to lead design and administration of our benefits and recognition programs. You’ll partner with stakeholders to keep offerings competitive and compliant, shaping an outstanding employee experience.

You will lead benefits initiatives, manage vendor relationships, ensure regulatory compliance, and support HR partners with education and processes across the organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of benefits or total rewards experience with 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience designing or administering employee benefits programs.
• Experience with HRIS systems and benefits administration tools.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Partner with brokers and vendors to evaluate plan performance and renewals.
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, and other regulations.
• Oversee HRIS benefits modules and related processes.
• Maintain documentation for public company audits and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Benefits management

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Vendor management

HRIS proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Job description

Connecting People to Possibility

Who We Are

As a publicly traded company (NYSE: CTRI) with $3 billion in revenue, Centuri leads the way in utility and energy infrastructure across North America. What sets us apart is our local agility, resources to scale, and comprehensive solutions for a dynamic energy market.

Whether in the field or providing essential behind the scenes support, Centuri offers professional growth opportunities where you can thrive and make a difference. Join a culture where safety, sustainability, and teamwork come first, with training and benefits that truly care for your well-being.

We're looking for a strategic and people-focused Benefits Manager to lead the design, administration, and continuous improvement of our benefits and recognition programs. In this role, you'll help create a rewarding employee experience by ensuring our offerings remain competitive, compliant, and aligned with the evolving needs of our workforce.

As a trusted partner to HR leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, you'll play a key role in shaping benefits strategies that support business objectives, strengthen employee engagement, and help us attract and retain top talent. Centuri is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. We are also open to considering qualified remote candidates located within the United States.

What You'll Do

• Administer and manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, leave programs, and voluntary benefits
• Partner with brokers and vendors to evaluate plan performance, manage renewals, and identify opportunities for cost containment and program optimization
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Oversee the administration of HRIS benefits modules and related processes
• Maintain accurate documentation to support public company audits and regulatory compliance requirements
• Manage benefits-related reporting, including EEO, ACA reporting, and other required filings
• Stay informed on evolving laws, regulations, and market trends that impact benefits programs
• Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted resource on benefits matters
• Provide guidance, support, and training to HR partners and people leaders
• Lead employee education and communication initiatives that promote understanding and engagement with benefits programs
• Support additional projects and responsibilities as requested by leadership

What You'll Have

• 5+ years of experience in benefits or total rewards roles, including 2+ years of team leadership experience
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required
• CBP (Certified Benefits Professional), CEBS (Certified Employee Benefits Specialist), or SHRM-CP certification preferred
• Experience designing and/or administering employee benefit programs
• Experience working with HRIS systems and benefits administration tools
• Experience in a mid-sized or large organization preferred
• Experience working in a public company environment and managing legal, regulatory, reporting, and filing requirements

What You'll Get

• Recharge and enjoy work-life balance with paid vacation time, paid sick time, and 11 company-paid holidays each year
• Generous 401(k) match of up to 5% to help you build long-term financial security
• Comprehensive healthcare designed for choice and flexibility, including multiple medical plan options, company-funded HSA contributions, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Company-funded protection for you and your family with basic life insurance, AD&D coverage, employee assistance resources, and identity theft protection
• Wellness benefits including fitness reimbursements, tobacco cessation support, prenatal programs, Weight Watchers reimbursement, and CPR/First Aid training
• Support when life happens through short- and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, mental health resources, and confidential counseling services for employees and their families
• Additional perks that make a difference, including pet insurance, employee discounts, critical illness and accident coverage, and access to financial wellness tools

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a typical indoor office environment
• Flexibility to work various schedules and stay late when necessary with little or no notice
• Must be able to read documents, use a computer, communicate verbally and in writing
• Mobility required within an office, warehouse and construction site environments
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds

Legal Stuff

• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens
• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify
• Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record

Our Commitment to Opportunity

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management's assignment of essential functions, and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant's race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Centuri and our subsidiaries we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!