Total Rewards Director (US & International Comp and Benefits) at Moffatt & Nichol
Baltimore, MD 21201
About the Job
Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field
We are actively looking for a Total Rewards Director to join our Human Resources team
As part of the Human Resources Group, the Total Rewards Director leads development and management of employee benefits, compensation structures, and HR Systems
Serves as a consultant to CHRO, Executive Team, Operations, Practice, and Business Unit management and employees and nurtures partnerships with our broker, insurance carriers and vendors
This role will be directly responsible for continuing to design, implement, and manage salary classification and compensation programs; provides counsel to hiring managers on internal pay decisions, policy and guideline interpretation, and job evaluations.About Moffatt & Nichol: Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight
For the 3rd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S
Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets
We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023
Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim
The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy
Duties and responsibilities: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. • Maintain knowledge of US and International economic conditions, labor markets, and other factors related to ensuring the organization provides competitive and reasonable benefits and compensation scales and structures • Oversee employee benefits contracts and programs including plan design, administration, enrollment, education, compliance, reporting, and filings • Ensure plans accommodate cultural, geographical and cost objectives• Design, develop and implement compensation programs, policies, and procedures to respond to the company’s goals and competitive practices• Participate in and manage salary/benefit surveys to ensure compensation objectives are achieved• Support HR team members and business leadership in job evaluation, offer pricing and review of internal pay equity• Keep apprised of US and International laws and regulations to ensure company compliance• Facilitate accurate and timely delivery of employer contributions and employee payroll deductions to carriers, plan administrators, or other appropriate service providers• Complete records, reporting, and other documentation required by federal, state, local and provider rules, regulations, and policies• Conduct employee surveys, census, and other research and demographic efforts required to collect accurate quotes from benefit providers• Establish procedures to ensure all employees are assisted appropriately and in a timely manner• Responsible for the design, administration and implementation of HR systems• Promote efficient and automated workflows to provide users with appropriate data access and to maximize data integrity• Availability and willingness to travel to other office locations, ~10% Other duties: Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; required15 or more years of progressively more responsible Human Resources experience which includes:5 years of experience in employee benefit design and management5 years of experience in compensation design and program administration5 years of experience in HR System administration5 or more years of experience in a firm that provides engineering/science infrastructure design servicesProfessional certification as a Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or ability to obtain within 12 months of hireSenior level knowledge in the following HR Competencies:Benefits AdministrationCompensationBusiness AcumenCommunicationConsultationComplianceCritical EvaluationEthical PracticeGlobal & Cultural AwarenessHR ExpertiseRelationship ManagementCandidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish are preferredAll new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S
and to present the required documentation at hirePreferred education and experienceMaster’s degree in Human Resources or other related field Base salary range: $209,017 to $255,465 based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualification in job description
Base salary range only applicable for candidates who will be hired and working in the California, New York City, Washington or Hawaii markets
Working conditions: Sedentary for prolonged period of time, interact with clients, and travel occasionally. Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions® serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and/or The Equality Act 2010. We continuously seek talented, qualified employees in our world-wide operations regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law
Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer/ Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.EEO is the LAWIf you need more information or require special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, please contact Human Resources at
We are actively looking for a Total Rewards Director to join our Human Resources team
As part of the Human Resources Group, the Total Rewards Director leads development and management of employee benefits, compensation structures, and HR Systems
Serves as a consultant to CHRO, Executive Team, Operations, Practice, and Business Unit management and employees and nurtures partnerships with our broker, insurance carriers and vendors
This role will be directly responsible for continuing to design, implement, and manage salary classification and compensation programs; provides counsel to hiring managers on internal pay decisions, policy and guideline interpretation, and job evaluations.About Moffatt & Nichol: Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight
For the 3rd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S
Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets
We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023
Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim
The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy
Duties and responsibilities: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. • Maintain knowledge of US and International economic conditions, labor markets, and other factors related to ensuring the organization provides competitive and reasonable benefits and compensation scales and structures • Oversee employee benefits contracts and programs including plan design, administration, enrollment, education, compliance, reporting, and filings • Ensure plans accommodate cultural, geographical and cost objectives• Design, develop and implement compensation programs, policies, and procedures to respond to the company’s goals and competitive practices• Participate in and manage salary/benefit surveys to ensure compensation objectives are achieved• Support HR team members and business leadership in job evaluation, offer pricing and review of internal pay equity• Keep apprised of US and International laws and regulations to ensure company compliance• Facilitate accurate and timely delivery of employer contributions and employee payroll deductions to carriers, plan administrators, or other appropriate service providers• Complete records, reporting, and other documentation required by federal, state, local and provider rules, regulations, and policies• Conduct employee surveys, census, and other research and demographic efforts required to collect accurate quotes from benefit providers• Establish procedures to ensure all employees are assisted appropriately and in a timely manner• Responsible for the design, administration and implementation of HR systems• Promote efficient and automated workflows to provide users with appropriate data access and to maximize data integrity• Availability and willingness to travel to other office locations, ~10% Other duties: Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; required15 or more years of progressively more responsible Human Resources experience which includes:5 years of experience in employee benefit design and management5 years of experience in compensation design and program administration5 years of experience in HR System administration5 or more years of experience in a firm that provides engineering/science infrastructure design servicesProfessional certification as a Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or ability to obtain within 12 months of hireSenior level knowledge in the following HR Competencies:Benefits AdministrationCompensationBusiness AcumenCommunicationConsultationComplianceCritical EvaluationEthical PracticeGlobal & Cultural AwarenessHR ExpertiseRelationship ManagementCandidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish are preferredAll new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S
and to present the required documentation at hirePreferred education and experienceMaster’s degree in Human Resources or other related field Base salary range: $209,017 to $255,465 based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualification in job description
Base salary range only applicable for candidates who will be hired and working in the California, New York City, Washington or Hawaii markets
Working conditions: Sedentary for prolonged period of time, interact with clients, and travel occasionally. Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions® serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and/or The Equality Act 2010. We continuously seek talented, qualified employees in our world-wide operations regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law
Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer/ Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.EEO is the LAWIf you need more information or require special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, please contact Human Resources at
(562) 590-6500
or TTY/TDD users please call 711. 