Benefits and HR Operations Specialist

Cahill Contractors is a majority family- and woman-owned general contractor that specializes in the construction of multi-family residential, education, hospitality, and other commercial projects. With offices in San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose, Cahill works throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Now in its fourth generation of family leadership, Cahill has been building lasting relationships and quality structures with integrity since 1911. Cahill serves as a trusted partner to our clients, committed to their success from early in preconstruction through construction and beyond. Our employees take tremendous pride in their work and are consistently guided by Cahill’s five core values: Safety, Integrity, Commitment, Collaboration, and Continuous Improvement. Cahill is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We're looking for a Benefits & HR Operations Specialist to own the operational core of HR: our benefits programs, our compliance practices, and the systems that hold it all together. You'll be the go-to resource for employees navigating their benefits, the person who keeps us ahead of changing regulations, and the owner of the HR tools and data that help leadership make smart decisions. If you enjoy the mix of people, process, and problem-solving, this role has a lot of room for you to make your mark.

• Keep Cahill's employment practices aligned with federal, state, and local laws, and flag changes before they become issues
• Own required postings and regulatory coordination across all the cities and states where we operate
• Maintain and update our HR policies and employee handbook
• Track compliance training and coordinate sessions as needs arise
• Conduct I-9 audits and handle employment verifications

• Own our HR technology stack: Viewpoint (HRIS/payroll), Lattice (performance management), and Cypher (learning management)
• Keep data accurate and systems running smoothly
• Document and maintain HR's standard operating procedures so our processes are consistent

• 1-3 years of experience in HR, with hands-on exposure to benefits administration, HR compliance, or HRIS
• A sharp eye for detail and a strong sense of organization; you catch the things others miss
• Comfort with data: you can pull reports and spot trends
• Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• The judgment to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in helping people
• The ability to manage competing priorities, adapt quickly, and work well across departments

• Experience with HR technology (HRIS, benefit platforms, LMS and performance tools)
• Experience in construction or another project-based industry

• Employment – This is a full-time position located in downtown San Francisco. This role is hybrid, with a minimum of 3 days in the office.  In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an annual discretionary performance-based bonus.
• Healthcare Benefits - We provide coverage options with a PPO plan, an HMO plan, including Kaiser. Cahill covers 100% of monthly premiums for employee medical/dental/vision coverage for HMO and PPO plans. Multiple options are available for spouse/partner and family coverage.  Additionally, we offer a Medical FSA option.
• Retirement - Our 401(k) plan includes significant employer matching and an annual discretionary contribution. We also offer financial advisors to help you plan for your future.
• Time Off - We understand the importance of balancing work and personal life. Our flexible PTO package allows you to recharge and take care of life's demands.  The position starts with 5 days of PTO already earned and will accrue 3 additional weeks of PTO in the first year.
• Volunteer Time Off - We provide paid time-off for volunteering, so our team members can make a meaningful impact to the communities we serve.
• Wellness Program Cahill's Wellness Program supports physical, mental, financial, and community well-being with an annual wellness stipend, plus free resources and training.

The base hourly salary for this non-exempt role is targeted between $40.00 - $46.00.

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Cahill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records