New

Compensation Analyst

Henderson Engineers

parental leave, paid time off, sick time, 401(k), profit sharing

United States, Kansas, Lenexa

May 13, 2025

At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings
We're about the people, experiences, and potential found inside. We're a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to come up with out-of-the-box solutions. We love the process of bringing buildings to life. And we're changing the industry by integrating the building design and construction process.

As an ESOP, each of our employee-owners are an essential part of our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people-first culture and diverse portfolio of world-class facilities.

It's What We Do

We provide total building system design services across multiple high-growth markets for industry leaders. You'll get to use your talent to work on projects for some of the biggest names in mission-critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, & venue.

It's How We're Different

We're about more than just buildings. We're about you. You, and the hundreds of passionate employee-owners who make us who we are. We've always been committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people can bring their full self to work and helps people reach their full potential - both as professionals and individuals. Together, we dream up innovative solutions for industry-wide problems, design spaces that become landmarks, and toast the good life at our happy hours. Take a peek into what makes us different here: https://youtu.be/AIt17t_uJ-A?si=oSMy5zQeUcb_faE3

Position Summary
The Sr Compensation Analyst supports all aspects of compensation management, ensuring accurate data management, compliance and timely reporting. They lead salary surveys, benchmarking and market analysis activities, manage compensation tools, support compensation cycles and contribute to strategic initiatives. The Sr Compensation Analyst leads job evaluations and related processes and works closely with the Compensation & Benefits Director to maintain competitive and equitable pay practices across the organization.
Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities
Job Evaluations & Descriptions	Conduct job evaluations and intake conversations, managing the process of gathering data and drafting job descriptions in collaboration with HRBPs and managers. Ensure job descriptions accurately reflect job duties, align with organizational structures and support competitive market positioning. Share best practices and make recommendations regarding job structures and hierarchies that support long-term growth and business success. Collaborate with HRBPs and department heads to assess FLSA classifications and ensure compliance. Manage and educate others on the job description workflow, expectations and action items.
Salary Surveys & Benchmarking	Lead the salary survey process, including calendar management, data collection, job matching, data submission and analysis of survey results. Provide recommendations based on survey analysis. Research and recommend surveys to fill needs and/or position gaps. Conduct benchmarking, job leveling and make FLSA classification assessments to support market alignment and internal equity.
Data Management, Reporting & Compliance	Maintain and update recruitment data tools, job family framework and other compensation tools and resources and recommend new and/or improved efficiencies. Review geo zone assignments annually, making recommendations for updates and structure changes. Research geographic trends as needed. Partner with HRIS Administrator to ensure all job codes, geo zones and related details are accurately maintained in the system. Prepare and distribute total compensation statements annually. Prepare and distribute job and salary change, incentive related and other monthly and quarterly reports to stakeholders. Assist with the preparation of reports and data for compensation committee strategic review and initiatives. Lead market studies, compliance reviews and other compensation related analysis and projects. Perform data analysis to support in-depth compensation reviews and decision making. Maintain current knowledge of pay transparency legislation and trends in compensation administration and make recommendations for compliance and education.
Compensation Planning & Communication	Assist with the setup of compensation cycles in HRIS and proactively monitor activities ensuring timely updates and progress through communication with HRBPs. Support HRBPs as a consultative resource for compensation matters and with compensation planning questions or issues. Prepare compensation cycle materials, equity reviews, reporting and related resources. Assist with the preparation and maintenance of STIP and LTIP spreadsheets and materials. Assist with pay philosophy and transparency efforts to inform and educate all levels of the organization. Assist with sourcing and creating educational tools and materials for different employee groups. Make recommendations for streamlining planning processes and improving communications.
Core Competencies

Communication	Keeps others informed conveying information clearly and with an appropriate level of detail. Listens attentively to others and takes an interest in what they have to say. Responds openly to others encouraging honest, productive communication.
Integrity	Demonstrates consideration for the opinions, perspectives, and experiences of others. Takes responsibility for personal actions and delivers on commitments. Aims to understand how actions impact others.
Quality Orientation	Takes steps to ensure work is done correctly. Delivers on client expectations. Strives to follow policies and procedures.
Teamwork/Inclusion	Shares time, effort, and consideration with others. Gets curious, takes interest, and learns from the diversity of others. Shows enthusiasm for team goals.
Continuous Learning	Views mistakes and change as a growth opportunity. Recognizes gaps in personal knowledge and enthusiastically pursues opportunities to learn something new. Engages others when tackling an unfamiliar task or responsibility.
Functional/Technical Expertise	Recognizes routine problems and identify solutions. Keeps up with industry and/or discipline standards. Maintains best practice throughout all job functions.
Required Education, Experience, Licenses & Technical Competencies
Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, finance, or a related field required. Equivalent years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree. 6 years of experience in compensation administration, HR analytics, or related field required. Compensation or HR certification preferred, such as Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), SHRM or PHR. Thorough understanding of compensation related laws and regulations. Experience working in compensation tools and HRIS systems (Dayforce, Workday, SuccessFactors, etc.) and compensation planning setup and activities. Strong Microsoft Excel skills, specifically v-lookup, pivot tables, and ability to organize reports and information for others to consume and interpret. Experience performing job evaluations with a deep understanding of job structures and hierarchies and the ability to communicate related ideas and make recommendations. Excellent writing and editing skills and attention to detail. Experience with salary surveys, market analysis and salary benchmarking, and the ability to analyze and interpret results. Experience supporting compensation processes and activities, coordinating sensitive data for reviews and discussion, and making recommendations based on data and calibration methods. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis and interpretation. Effective problem solving and critical thinking skills. Strong math skills and numerical aptitude. Demonstrates the highest degree of confidentiality and integrity at all times. Commitment to continuing education and keeping current with compensation trends and regulations (pay transparency, FLSA, etc.). Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.

Physical & Other Requirements

Other duties as assigned.
Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Let's Talk Perks

We take care of our people. As a Henderson employee, you'll enjoy some pretty awesome perks. Trust us, your friends will all have work envy.

Culture

Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)

Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)

Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)

Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.)

Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.)

Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.)

Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.)

Benefits

Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)

Paid Training for Professional Development (We'll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)

Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)

Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We've got you covered.)

Paid Term Life and Disability (We've got your family covered, too.)

Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)

Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)

Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)

More information can be found here - https://www.hendersonengineers.com/careers/.

Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E-Verify program.

Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment.

All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process including verifications and background checks as required for employment.

To all recruitment agencies: Henderson does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Henderson without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Henderson. Please, no phone calls or emails.

NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: RECRUITMENT FRAUD ALERT

Henderson representatives conduct all email communications exclusively through a company email address that ends with @hendersonengineers.com, @hendersonbuilding.com. We extend offers of employment only after a comprehensive interview process and will never ask you for a payment of any sort nor offer one for any reason. Henderson will not ask any applicant to purchase equipment, nor offer to reimburse any applicant for expenses incurred prior to employment. We will not request personal information until a legitimate offer of employment has been extended. If you suspect a recruitment attempt is fraudulent, you should cease communications. All legitimate job opportunities are posted on our company website's careers page.