Specialist, Compensation

Remote Jobs; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction employer is seeking a Compensation Specialist to design and maintain compensation structures. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in compensation, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in HRIS tools. This role offers opportunities for collaboration and strategic project involvement.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Mental health resources

Supportive onboarding program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in compensation or total rewards.
• Expertise in job evaluation methodologies.
• Experience in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain compensation structures.
• Conduct market benchmarking and job evaluations.
• Lead annual compensation cycle.

Skills

Compensation strategy development

Market benchmarking

Excel/Google Sheets proficiency

Data analysis and insights

Collaboration

Tools

HRIS

PayScale

Workday

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Industrialized Construction

Why consider this job opportunity

• Competitive base salary with a variable pay (bonus) program
• Eligibility to participate in the employer's Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Supportive onboarding program to ensure a successful transition into the role
• Access to mental health resources, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Opportunity to collaborate cross-functionally and drive strategic projects that enhance employee experience

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities)

• Design, implement, and maintain compensation structures that align with the employer's values and business strategy
• Conduct complex market benchmarking and job evaluations to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness
• Lead the annual compensation cycle, including merit increases, bonus calculations, and salary adjustments
• Provide consultation and guidance to HR Business Partners and leaders on pay decisions and compensation strategy
• Analyze compensation trends and present actionable insights to senior leadership

What is Required (Qualifications)

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in compensation or total rewards
• Expertise in job evaluation methodologies (e.g., Hay, Mercer, etc.)
• Strong skills in Excel/Google Sheets and HRIS; experience with PayScale, Workday, or similar systems preferred
• Excellent ability to turn data into meaningful insights and recommendations
• Experience working in fast-paced, matrixed environments

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• CPHR or CCP designation is an asset
• Proven collaborative spirit with an analytical mindset and bias for action

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