Benefits Specialist

Hoffman Construction Company • Lake Oswego, OR

12h • $68,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Build What Matters. Create What’s Next. Hoffman Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing builder specializing in technically complex, sustainable projects across advanced technology, mission critical, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. Since 1922, we’ve grown from entrepreneurial roots into a multi-billion-dollar, employee-owned enterprise—now a dynamic family of companies with a national presence and a legacy of excellence. At Hoffman Construction, your potential has room to grow. Whether you're on a jobsite or in a corporate office, you’ll be empowered to take initiative, explore new paths, and shape the future of construction. We believe in building opportunity together—by unlocking talent, inspiring innovation, and driving forward the ideas that make a difference. Join us and benefit from: Competitive pay and advancement opportunities Ongoing professional training and development Comprehensive benefits—including free primary care for you and your family through our dedicated clinics, health insurance, paid time off, and a generous retirement plan. A culture rooted in inclusion, collaboration, and respect. We’re hiring across all departments. Discover your future with us. www.hoffmancorp.com/careers . Position Summary: The Benefits Specialist plays a key role in the administration, compliance, and continuous improvement of the organization’s employee benefits and leave programs. Working with a high degree of independence, this position manages day-to-day operations, interprets plan documents and regulatory requirements, advises employees and managers, and partners with vendors to ensure effective service delivery. The Benefits Specialist contributes to process optimization, data integrity, and program enhancements that support the organization’s overall total rewards strategy. This position will be fully onsite in the Lake Oswego, OR office. Salary Range: $68,000 - $80,000

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in benefits and leave administration, ideally including FMLA, ADA, and state paid leave programs
• Experience with HRIS systems, payroll interfaces, and vendor management.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer service mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with HRIS system preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience conducting benefits audits and supporting compliance initiatives preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, and voluntary plans.
• Review and interpret plan documents to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Manage qualifying life events, enrollments, terminations, and benefit changes accurately and on time.
• Reconcile benefit invoices, validate payroll deductions, and resolve discrepancies.
• Serve as primary liaison with benefits carriers, brokers, and vendors; escalate complex issues as necessary.
• Lead preparation and execution of annual open enrollment, including communication materials, employee education, and enrollment system updates.
• Conduct audits of benefits records to ensure data integrity in HRIS and other systems.
• Administer statutory and company leave programs, including: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations State paid leave programs Company-specific leaves (medical, parental, personal, military)
• Determine leave eligibility, communicate required documentation, and issue notices in accordance with legal requirements.
• Track leave usage to ensure timely return-to-work processing, and coordinate with payroll for wage replacement and benefits continuation.
• Manage escalated employee cases and complex accommodation requests, consulting with legal or HR leadership as needed.
• Prepare reports and dashboards on benefit utilization, leave trends, and cost analysis for HR leadership.
• Maintain plan documentation, employee records, and required notices in accordance with legal and company requirements.
• Support internal and external audits and compliance reviews.
• Advise employees and managers on benefits and leave programs, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct ongoing benefits education sessions.
• Assist HR leadership in analyzing benefit trends, evaluating plan effectiveness, and recommending improvements.
• Identify opportunities to streamline benefits and leave administration processes.
• Stay current on benefits, leave laws, and industry best practices.
• Participate in HR initiatives related to total rewards, employee experience, or system enhancements.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and advancement opportunities
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Comprehensive benefits—including free primary care for you and your family through our dedicated clinics, health insurance, paid time off, and a generous retirement plan.
• A culture rooted in inclusion, collaboration, and respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level