HR Generalist - Compensation & Benefits

💼 We’re Hiring: Human Resources Generalist 💼

📍 Location: Lanham, MD (On-site)

🤝 Help Build the Team That Builds the Projects

Are you passionate about people, process, and purpose? At Total Civil Construction & Engineering, we’re looking for a Human Resources Generalist who’s ready to support the field and the office with impactful HR strategies, full-cycle recruiting, and exceptional employee experiences.

🛠 What You’ll Do:

As a Human Resources Generalist, you’ll be the go-to person for both day-to-day employee needs and high-impact initiatives. You'll partner with operations and leadership to ensure compliance, foster growth, and keep our team aligned and supported.

Your role will include:

• Administer the employee healthcare benefits program. Assist with the annual open enrollment process. Answer questions and/or direct employees to the appropriate person or online portal. Assist eligible employees by educating them regarding their options and costs
• Manage Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance enrollments while updating choices on Foundation to process bills and deductions
• Processes claims from employees on the website and follows up with the administrator
• Administer 401(k) plans, including loan processing and audits
• Develop ad hoc reports as needed including ACA-1095, EEO-1, and Non-Discrimination Testing using Foundation and Heavy Jobs
• Reports on claims, potential losses, and insurance costs to owners
• Administer corporate insurance programs, including evaluating/selecting brokers and carriers, negotiating insurance coverage, etc
• Codes and administers the bill for multiple services such as EyeMed, Concentra, FBG, CareFirst, United Concordia, and Mutual of Omaha
• Administer coordinating Employee Social Events
• Supports the Planning Department with the revision of establishing standard procedures
• Administer the immigration processes for Total’s employees including H-1B, PERMs, L1, etc
• Responds to all the child support requests and updates the deductions on the system
• Processes PTO forms and works closely with the Payroll Department to ensure payments

🎓🧠 What You Bring:

We’re seeking a professional who is people-focused, detail-oriented, and proactive.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or social sciences (required)
• PHR/CP certification (preferred)

Software & Systems:

• Experience with Foundation and Heavy Job
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook; PowerPoint preferred)

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum 2 years in a Human Resources Generalist role
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Strong understanding of benefits administration, labor laws, and recruiting best practices
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities

💡 Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Competitive salary
• Full benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Work directly with leadership and make a visible impact
• Exposure to major construction and infrastructure projects
• Dynamic, inclusive, and supportive team culture
• Drug-Free Workplace | EEO Employer: Veterans, Minorities, and Women encouraged to apply