Senior Compensation Specialist, AtkinsRéalis
$106-134k
2 days a week in office
World-class engineering services and nuclear organisation
Be an early applicant
World-class engineering services and nuclear organisation
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$106-134k
2 days a week in office
1001+ employees
Company mission
To connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems.
Role
Who you are
- This role is ideal for an experienced compensation professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys translating complex data into clear, actionable insights
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required
- Seven (7) or more years of progressive compensation experience, demonstrating increasing scope, complexity, and independence; M&A and global compensation experience preferred
- HR certification preferred (e.g., Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), PHR/SPHR), reflecting advanced technical proficiency in compensation practices
- Proven ability to independently apply compensation theory, principles, and market data to evaluate programs, job structures, and pay decisions with minimal oversight
- Strong quantitative, analytical, and critical‑thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and deliver clear, actionable insights to HR and business stakeholders
- Advanced Excel expertise (modeling, analysis, scenario testing) and proficiency in PowerPoint for executive‑ready presentations and decision support
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex priorities simultaneously in a fast‑paced, evolving environment while meeting deadlines and quality standards
- Excellent attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical compensation concepts to non‑technical audiences
- Ability to work effectively both autonomously and collaboratively, serving as a trusted subject‑matter expert within a team‑driven environment
What the job involves
- We are seeking a Senior Compensation Specialist to join our Total Rewards team in Denver, CO or Tampa, FL
- In the role, reporting to the Total Rewards Director, you will lead key components of the annual compensation cycle, provide expert guidance to HR and business leaders, and deliver advanced market and internal equity analyses of AtkinsRealis’ compensation programs for the US and LATAM regions as well as for our Global Corporate Functions
- You will support M&A compensation integration efforts, contribute to pay equity analyses, and help evolve compensation practices through continuous improvement, market benchmarking, and regulatory awareness
- Solve complex compensation issues by conducting advanced analyses and recommending solutions that ensure market competitiveness, internal equity, and alignment with organizational compensation philosophy
- Lead key components of the annual compensation cycle, including salary review, market pricing analyses, and short‑term incentive/bonus payout processes, ensuring accuracy, governance, and timely execution
- Serve as a senior advisor to HR Business Partners and internal stakeholders, providing expert guidance, insights, and data‑driven recommendations on compensation decisions and policy interpretation
- Support M&A compensation integration efforts, contributing to due diligence, harmonization of compensation programs, alignment of job levels and pay structures, and evaluation of incentive plan compatibility during acquisitions or divestitures
- Develop and deliver compensation communications, training sessions, and job aids to support HR teams and people leaders in understanding programs, processes, and tools
- Continuously improve compensation practices by challenging existing processes, monitoring emerging trends, benchmarking against best‑in‑class approaches, and staying informed of regulatory and market changes
- Participate in pay equity analysis, assisting with data reviews, methodology discussions, and recommended actions to promote fairness and compliance
Application process
- Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis; no applications deadline applies
Our take
Connected energy systems and infrastructure require connected companies, and AtkinsRéalis is the result of a web of businesses integrating into one large engineering and nuclear services enterprise. With companies under its umbrella dating back to 1911, it’s a major player in the energy services and consulting space.
Covering the whole lifecycle of energy assets, AtkinsRéalis is hired to consult and advise on energy and infrastructure projects, building the tech and data surrounding its clients' projects. Services include intelligent networks & cybersecurity, project and construction management, decommissioning and environmental services.
Having been acquired by SNC Lavalin in 2017, AtkinsRéalis is one of the most trusted voices in the energy and infrastructure sector, and its global client base means it’s only set to continue on an impressive growth trajectory.
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Company
Company HQ
Quartier des Spectacles, Montreal, QC
Leadership
Ian Edwards
(President & CEO)Previously the President & CEO of SNC Lavalin, Managing Director of Leighton Asia, Division Director of Gammon Construction and studied Civil Engineering at the University of Lancashire.
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