Benefits Manager - Health & Welfare

Job ID: 520871

CRH is a leading global diversified building materials group, employing over 75,800 people at more than 3,160 locations in 29 countries. CRH is the leading building materials company in North America and the world. We manufacture and distribute a diverse range of superior building materials, products, and solutions, which are used extensively in construction projects of all sizes.

Job Summary

We are looking for a talented and suitably experienced person to join us as a Manager in the Benefits Department. This role will manage the following benefit plans for the company:

• Medical Plan

• Prescription Drug Benefits

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Quality and Trend Management Programs (e.g., Regenexx)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Healthcare & Dependent Care Spending Accounts

• Health Savings Account

• Life Insurance

• Healthcare Financials, including Billings & Payments

This role is responsible for the day-to-day management of the plans and programs listed above, including implementations, updates, vendor open items, employee inquiries, billings & payments, regulatory compliance, ensuring that employees have access to benefits they are eligible to and applicable vendors are managed appropriately.

This role will report to the Sr. Director, Health and Welfare Benefits and will be based in our Corporate office in Atlanta, GA

Job Location

This is a hybrid position located in the corporate office in Atlanta, GA

• Manage day-to-day operations of health and welfare benefits, including administration, and compliance.
• Manage vendor relationships and performance.
• Ensure plans meet federal/state regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, and ACA.
• Implement and update plans and programs in alignment with the Benefits Department and CRH Americas goals, including the creation of requirements used for system updates.
• Resolve employee inquiries and issues related to health and welfare plans and programs.
• Monitor and analyze eligibility and enrollment data, recognizing trends and outliers to resolve issues and/or recommend improvements.
• Complete billings & payments on a timely basis, performing audits to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of combined experience in benefits, with significant expertise in managing health & welfare plans and programs.
• Experience with multistate worksites and an employee population of over 10k employees is desirable.
• Demonstrated experience of successfully managing health and welfare plans and programs.
• Financial acumen: Experience in managing budgets, auditing, and understanding the financial impact of benefits on the organization.
• Technical knowledge: In-depth knowledge of ACA, COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, HIPAA, IRS, and other applicable laws and governing agencies. Expertise in HR systems and benefits administration platforms.
• Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify and explain complex concepts clearly to all levels of the organization. Fluent in English.
• Analytical skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify trends, root causes of health & welfare issues and implement plans/programs.
• Planning and execution skills: The ability to break down complex issues and projects into actionable steps aligning with leadership to ensure goals and deadlines are met.
• Organizational & Detail-Oriented Skills: Strong time management, process improvement, and attention to detail to successfully implement and manage health and welfare plans and programs.

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion