Benefits Manager

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through :

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are adding a Benefits Manager  to our growing Human Resource division in Seattle, Washington. The HR Operations Benefits Manager is responsible for participating in the strategic design of McKinstry benefit programs. They will be responsible for implementation, and day-to-day administration of the company’s benefits programs to ensure they are competitive, cost-effective, compliant, and aligned with company objectives. This role serves as both a strategic partner to HR leadership in shaping total rewards programs and an operational expert managing the execution, compliance, and employee experience of benefits programs. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and vendor management skills with a people-first mindset, ensuring benefits meet diverse workforce needs and support talent attraction, retention, and engagement.

Strategic Leadership

Operational Management

Employee Experience & Communication

Analytics & Compliance

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; CEBS, PHR / SPHR, or Certified Leave Management Specialist preferred.

7+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration and strategy, including at least 2 years in a managerial or lead role.

Demonstrated experience managing benefit programs for a company of similar size and complexity (1,000–5,000 employees).

Strong project management experience required.

Strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, state leave laws, and other regulatory requirements.

Proven ability to manage vendor relationships.

Strong analytical and financial acumen.

Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to translate complex benefits concepts into clear, employee-friendly messages.

Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on operational execution.

Experience with Reference Based Pricing strongly desired.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered :

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with :

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $110,790 - $190,700 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.