Sr. HR Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are :

For more than 60 years, Bennett & Pless has been a growing leader in structural engineering, delivering specialized expertise across the markets we serve. We have been nominated 9 consecutive years as a best firm to work for and have offices in Atlanta, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Dallas, Knoxville, Loudoun, Nashville, Orlando, Raleigh, and Sarasota. Our projects range in scope from simple site inspections to the design of new facilities, and we work at each stage – feasibility studies, conceptual design, detailed design, and construction administration. Together, our 10 offices have created an energized engineering powerhouse offering enhanced capabilities to our ever-growing client base.

What You Will Do :

We are seeking a Senior HR Generalist to join our growing team. As part of a small but mighty HR team, you will provide support across all areas of HR Operations while contributing to initiatives that help us scale effectively and deliver value to the business. Our HR team is a strategic partner to the organization, and this role plays an important part in advancing that partnership through strong execution, process improvement, and innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and elevate team member experience. This position offers an excellent opportunity to apply your existing expertise, expand your skills, and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Core HR Operations

• 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.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits-related inquiries, working with brokers and vendors to resolve issues effectively.
• Administers leaves of absences and answer questions related to leave programs.
• Oversee the offboarding process, including exit interviews and documentation, partnering with the HR Coordinator as needed.
• Manage time-off programs and maintain accurate records in the HR system.
• Build trusted relationships with employees and managers, serving as a reliable partner and resource in navigating day-to-day HR matters.

HR Systems Administration & Compliance

Process & Policy Management

HR Programs & Initiatives Support

What We Are Looking For :

Qualifications :

Education & Experience :

Skills & Competencies

What We Offer :

At Bennett & Pless, our vision is to be a place where employees thrive. We are a growing firm committed to empowering employees without sacrificing work / life balance. Our culture is the center of making us who we are, and it is our priority to make employees feel accepted and valued.

As a firm, we are highly supportive of the development of our employees. Every year, we kick off Career Development Planning where employees create tailored development goals. Goals are regularly assessed throughout the year to allow employees to advance towards their career growth objectives.

We have an employee-focused benefits package that includes :

If you are interested in a place where you can thrive and make a career at Bennett & Pless, come join our unique culture!

Bennett & Pless is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.