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Sr. HR Generalist

Bennett & Pless, Inc.

The Role

Overview

Manage HR operations, benefits, compliance, and employee experience for a growing engineering firm.

Key Responsibilities

  • hr operations
  • benefits admin
  • compliance reporting
  • data analytics
  • compensation review
  • immigration processing

Tasks

-Regularly review and update the Employee Guidebook, ensuring policies are current, clearly communicated, and consistently interpreted across the organization. -Manage time-off programs and maintain accurate records in the HR system. -Oversee the offboarding process, including exit interviews and documentation, partnering with the HR Coordinator as needed. -Aligns HR practices with business needs to help achieve organizational goals. -Monitor federal, state, and local employment laws to ensure ongoing compliance and proactively address changes. -Support the annual development planning process ensuring consistent experience for all team members. -Collaborate on employee engagement and feedback efforts, including surveys and follow-up actions, to strengthen culture and continuously improve the team member experience. -Ensure timely filing of any government required reporting including EEO-1, 5500, and 401(k) audits. -Contribute to HR initiatives and strategic projects that support the organization’s vision and growth objectives. -Assist with compensation and bonus review cycles, ensuring data accuracy and process alignment. -Take ownership of key HR processes, continuously identifying opportunities to simplify, automate, and improve efficiency through technology and innovative solutions. -Administers leaves of absences and answer questions related to leave programs. -Builds trusted relationships with a service-oriented mindset across teams and geographies through clear, professional communication and collaboration. -Maintain accurate and confidential employee data, driving integrity and consistency across all HR systems. -Build trusted relationships with employees and managers, serving as a reliable partner and resource in navigating day-to-day HR matters. -Partner with the Team Experience Manager to plan and execute annual benefits open enrollment and other employee programs. -Lead the day-to-day delivery of HR operations, ensuring a seamless employee experience across benefits administration, compliance, and all stages of the employee lifecycle. -Develop and deliver reporting and analytics that inform business and HR decisions. -Oversee immigration processes for new hires and existing employees, partnering with external counsel as needed. -Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits-related inquiries, working with brokers and vendors to resolve issues effectively.

Requirements

  • hris
  • microsoft copilot
  • excel
  • bachelor's
  • phr
  • analytical

What You Bring

-Uses analytical thinking to interpret HR data, identify trends, and inform decisions. -Maintains strong attention to detail and thrives in environments where processes evolve or are not yet fully defined. -Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with accuracy, confidentiality, and sound judgment. -Demonstrated interest in leveraging AI and emerging technologies to enhance HR operations; experience with Microsoft Copilot is a plus. -Comfortable with ambiguity and able to take initiative, think creatively, and develop practical solutions. -Adapts quickly to changing priorities and manages multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. -Strong understanding of employment laws and HR compliance practices. -Flexible and adaptable, willing to “roll up their sleeves” to get the work done while also providing thoughtful HR support and guidance. -Demonstrates curiosity and a commitment to learning, continuously exploring ways to improve HR processes and team member experience. -Proficiency in HRIS systems and reporting; skilled in using data and technology to drive efficiency and process improvements. Experience with -Minimum 6 years of progressive HR experience with strong exposure to core HR operations, including benefits administration, compliance, HR systems, and employee lifecycle management. -Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred. -Tech-savvy and comfortable using HR systems and tools to streamline processes and improve efficiency. -Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data analysis).

Benefits

-401(k) matching -Company-paid medical, dental and vision coverage for the employee -Health savings and flex spending accounts -Paid parental leave -Monthly wellbeing allowance -Group short-term & long-term disability; life and a&d insurance -Tuition reimbursement program -Flexible schedules, including summer hours -Paid time off & paid holidays

The Company

About Bennett & Pless, Inc.

-Tackling complex structural challenges from the outset. -Expanded capabilities through the merger to strengthen heavy-industrial and mission-critical expertise. -Operates across the Southeast with a global project reach. -Specializes in parking structures, telecom towers, and freestanding signage. -Extends enclosure and ETFE engineering capabilities through sister company BPL Enclosure. -Recognized for high-level structural consulting and a strong client retention rate.

Sector Specialisms

Data Centers

Manufacturing

Life Sciences

Industrial

Parking Structures

Telecom/Wireless Towers

Building Enclosure Engineering

Façade Engineering