PapeDawson Engineers Inc

Compensation & Analytics Manager

PapeDawson Engineers Inc$90K — $120K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
  • CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) certification preferred.
  • 7+ years of progressive compensation or total rewards experience, including leadership roles.
  • Strong technical expertise in Workday Advanced Compensation and HR analytics tools.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel, data visualization platforms, and compensation benchmarking tools.
  • Proven analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Successful history of collaboration across HR, Finance, and business functions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily operations of compensation and workforce analytics functions, ensuring accuracy and data integrity.
  • Collaborate with the Compensation team to develop competitive pay structures and incentive programs.
  • Oversee job architecture, career path frameworks, and job evaluation standards.
  • Manage compensation cycles, including merit and bonus adjustments, coordinating necessary data.
  • Direct HR data reporting and analytics, translating metrics into actionable insights for leadership.
  • Conduct market pricing and benchmarking analyses to ensure pay competitiveness.
  • Support HR Business Partners with analytical guidance for compensation decisions.
  • Monitor compliance with pay-related laws and regulations, staying updated on compensation trends.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for mentorship and team development.
  • Engagement with strategic leadership in a dynamic environment.
  • Access to advanced HR technology tools.
  • Collaboration with multifaceted teams across the organization.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Overview

The Manager, Compensation & Analytics oversees the development, administration, and continuous improvement of compensation programs and workforce analytics. Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, this role provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure pay programs, job structures, and reporting practices align with the firm's business objectives. The Manager serves as a key partner to HR and business leaders, delivering data-driven insights that inform workforce planning, pay decisions, and organizational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead day-to-day operations of the compensation and workforce analytics functions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and data integrity.
  • Partner with the Compensation team to design and maintain competitive pay structures, salary ranges, and incentive programs across multiple markets.
  • Oversee development and maintenance of job architecture, career path frameworks, and job evaluation standards.
  • Manage compensation cycles-including merit, bonus, and market adjustments-by coordinating data preparation, analysis, and Workday system setup.
  • Direct HR data reporting and analytics, including turnover, headcount, and workforce metrics; translate data into actionable insights for leadership.
  • Lead and review market pricing, internal equity, and benchmarking analyses to ensure pay competitiveness and consistency.
  • Provide analytical and consultative support to HR Business Partners and business leaders to guide compensation decisions and organizational planning.
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with pay-related laws and regulations, maintaining awareness of evolving compensation trends and best practices.
  • Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of analytical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
  • CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) certification preferred.
  • 7+ years of progressive compensation or total rewards experience, including leadership of compensation or analytics professionals.
  • Strong technical expertise in Workday Advanced Compensation and HR analytics/reporting tools.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel, data visualization platforms, and compensation benchmarking tools.
  • Proven analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to present complex data in a clear, actionable way.
  • Demonstrated success partnering across HR, Finance, and business functions to develop effective compensation and analytics solutions.


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About PapeDawson Engineers Inc

Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. is a civil and environmental engineering consulting firm headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The company was founded in 1965 by Gene Dawson and Bill Pape. The firm provides services in the areas of transportation, water resources, land development, environmental, surveying, and construction management. Pape-Dawson has additional offices in Austin, Houston, Fort Worth, and Dallas. The company has been recognized as one of the best places to work in San Antonio and Austin.
Learn more about PapeDawson Engineers Inc
Size
1,100 employees
Industry
Net Income
$10 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$100 million

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