Benefits Coordinator

Irby Construction Company has been building infrastructure for the power industry for more than 75 years. Our business values and performance-driven mindset guide our actions. Our approach to work starts with safety, puts people first, seeks to innovate, and promises to perform.

Irby is proud of its inclusive work environment, family-oriented culture, excellent benefits, and clear pathways for career growth. We strive to provide every employee with clear expectations and opportunities for advancement. What’s more, Irby has long long-valued tenure. In fact, many of our executive leaders started with Irby early in their careers and in the field.

When you join our team, you join an established firm, with a culture centered around its people. Teamwork is how we work. There is no other way. Pride is ever-present inside our offices and the bond of brotherhood runs strong among our crews. 

Irby Construction is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quanta Services. That means team Irby gets the benefits of the company culture we’re known for along with the stability and resources of a Fortune 500 organization. (NYSE: PWR). 

Build your career at Irby Construction.

The Benefits Coordinator is responsible for administering employee benefit programs, managing leave of absence requests, and responding to unemployment claims. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and company policies while providing exceptional support to employees. The Benefits Coordinator collaborates closely with HR, payroll, and external vendors to deliver accurate and timely benefit administration.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Administer group health, life, dental, medical, accident, disability insurance, EAP, and 401(k) plans.
• Manage all aspects of benefits processes, including enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, death claims, rollovers, benefit claim issues, and compliance testing.
• Initiate benefits such as disability and life insurance when necessary.
• Present benefit offerings during new employee orientation and assist employees with enrollment.
• Review monthly insurance billings and reconcile discrepancies.
• Manage weekly payroll/benefits reporting (JDE and Fidelity error reporting).
• Facilitate annual benefits enrollment.
• Prepare and distribute informational materials, such as orientation presentations, to ensure employees understand benefit programs.
• Administer the FMLA process, including eligibility, documentation, tracking, and compliance with federal and state laws.
• Manage unemployment claims, including timely responses, documentation collection, and representation at hearings when required.
• Support HR by assisting with HRIS data entry (e.g., new hire setup).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• 2–4 years of experience in benefits administration or related HR functions.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and benefits enrollment databases.
• Knowledge of company policies/procedures and benefits packages, or ability to learn quickly.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle sensitive or stressful employee situations with professionalism.
• Spanish language skills a plus but not required.

Skills & Competencies

• Detail-oriented and analytical with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Customer service mindset, ensuring employees receive accurate and timely assistance.
• Ability to work collaboratively across HR, payroll, and external vendors.
• Commitment to confidentiality and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Physical Requirements

• This position is primarily sedentary and requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• The employee may occasionally be required to stand, walk, reach, bend, or lift items weighing up to 15 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers is required for data entry, document preparation, and computer use.
• The role requires the ability to communicate clearly in person, virtually, and over the phone.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision to prepare and analyze data, read reports, and work on a computer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.