Benefits Manager - Benefits Administration & Communication

CRH crh.com Open · verified Sep 18, 2026

Atlanta Manager Communications

Mid-level Communications role at CRH. Atlanta · no salary stated · we estimate $51,963–$93,563.

Estimated pay

CRH has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.

$51,963 – $93,563

What the middle half of mid-level communications roles in Atlanta paid, among postings that did state a salary.

Worked out from 8 postings that stated pay, median $67,625. Last updated Sep 16, 2026.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Oversee Health & Welfare administration, escalations, appeals, reporting, and strategic guidance
Manage benefits vendors, review enrollment data, and resolve outstanding items
Keep plans aligned with federal and state requirements, including ACA, COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, and HIPAA
Create benefits messages across channels and coordinate Annual Enrollment planning, testing, and outreach
Handle employee questions, implementations, updates, invoices, payments, and eligibility access

What you bring

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
At least five years in benefits, with deep Health & Welfare or leave and disability administration experience
Experience overseeing outsourced benefits administrators and managing benefits programs successfully
Working knowledge of ACA, COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, HIPAA, IRS requirements, HR systems, and benefits platforms
Strong financial, analytical, communication, planning, process improvement, and detail-management skills

Who this fits

You’ll fit this role if you can explain complicated benefits topics clearly, manage vendors and compliance work, and turn complex projects into defined actions. The position is hybrid at CRH’s corporate office in Atlanta, reports to the Senior Director of Health and Welfare Benefits, and requires fluent English.

From the employer

Job ID: 527585

CRH is a leading global diversified building materials group, employing over 75,800 people at more than 3,160 locations in 29 countries. CRH is the leading building materials company in North America and the world. We manufacture and distribute a diverse range of superior building materials, products, and solutions, which are used extensively in construction projects of all sizes.

Job Summary

We are looking for a talented and suitably experienced person to join us as a Manager in the Benefits Department. This role will support the following benefit areas for the company:

Benefits administration (eligibility, enrollment, compliance, vendor integrations) for the Health & Welfare plans, including collaborating with internal BenAdmins
Leave of Absence/Disability administration in partnership with third party administrator
Benefits communications
Health & Welfare compliance (ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, election changes, etc.)
Coordination with payroll/HRIS, internal communications, legal, safety, etc.

This role is responsible for the day-to-day management of the programs listed above, including implementations, updates, vendor open items, employee inquiries, billings & payments, regulatory compliance, ensuring that employees have access to benefits they are eligible for and applicable vendors are managed appropriately.

This role will report to the Sr. Director, Health and Welfare Benefits and will be based in our Corporate office in Atlanta, GA

Job Location

This is a hybrid position located at the corporate office in Atlanta, GA

Job Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day Health & Welfare plan administration, including strategic consultation and reporting, escalations and appeals
Manage vendor relationships and performance, including audits of enrollment system and reporting
Support plan compliance with federal/state regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, FMLA, ADA, etc
Develop and implement multi-channel benefits communications to inform, engage and educate employees and future employees
Coordinate planning, communications and testing for Annual Enrollment
Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent experience
5+ years of combined experience in benefits, with significant expertise in managing Health & Welfare administration and/or Leave of Absence/Disability administration
Experience with multistate worksites and an employee population of over 10k employees is desirable.
Demonstrated experience working with an outsourced benefits administrator and successfully managing benefits plans and programs
Financial acumen: Experience in managing budgets, auditing, and understanding the financial impact of benefits on the organization.
Technical knowledge: In-depth knowledge of ACA, COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, HIPAA, IRS, and other applicable laws and governing agencies. Expertise in HR systems and benefits administration platforms.
Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify and explain complex concepts clearly to all levels of the organization. Fluent in English.
Analytical skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify trends, root causes of health & welfare issues and implement plans/programs.
Planning and execution skills: The ability to break down complex issues and projects into actionable steps aligning with leadership to ensure goals and deadlines are met.
Organizational & Detail-Oriented Skills: Strong time management, process improvement, and attention to detail to successfully implement and manage health and welfare plans and programs.

What CRH Offers You

Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

CRH is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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