Senior Employee Benefits Specialist

Job Description

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role. ## Job Description Summary This position conducts work directly related to management and operations of U. S. Benefits programs. The work requires advanced knowledge gained from a prolonged course of specialized instruction, experience, and expertise. The position includes work requiring the consistent exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance. Scope This position is responsible for the administration, compliance, and continuous improvement of employee leave of absence, disability, and time off programs. This role serves as a key advisor to employees, managers, HR partners, and vendors, ensuring programs are compliant, employee-centered, and operationally efficient. ## Basic Job Requirements * Oversee employee leave programs, including but not limited to FMLA, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), Paid Parental Leave (PPL), and state and local leave laws. * Serve as the primary subject matter expert for leave and disability policies, processes, and escalations. * Partner with third-party leaves administrator to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant leave and disability case management. * Review complex or escalated cases and appeals to provide clear and empathetic guidance to employees, HR Business Partners and HR Operations, balancing compliance with employee experience. * Support and guide HR Business Partners and HR Operations on leave requirements, best practices, and responsibilities. * Partner with Payroll to ensure company time off program policies, including Time Off with Pay (TOWP), sick …