Equity Plan Specialist

Who We Are

GISI is a global family of companies creating solutions for the world’s most complex challenges in construction, infrastructure, earth and environment, and global development. With annual revenues of $14 billion, GISI’s approximately 15,000 employees are engaged in projects across 100 countries worldwide providing construction, program/project management, and engineering consulting services. GISI’s distinct business model preserves our brand cultures and legacies to collaboratively build value for the long-term. Together we create a lasting, positive impact for our clients and communities around the world. Learn more about GISI at

Position Overview

As part of our Investor Relations Team, the Equity Plan Specialist will work in a team-oriented, and fast-paced environment, supporting the day-to-day administration and reconciliation of the Company’s Employee Stock Purchase Program and Equity-based Compensation. You will play a pivotal role in building and designing data-based dashboards and reports, creating visuals to share with C-Suite executives. You will also seek opportunities to streamline processes, have excellent organizational skills, and showcase effective communication with various stakeholders.

This role is new and if you are excited to help shape its development and want to bridge equity administration with data analytics, this opportunity is for you.

Location

This is a hybrid role, based out of GISI’s Newport Beach, California office

Job Duties / Responsibilities

Support the day-to-day administration of equity compensation plans, including restricted stock units (RSUs) and other equity-based awards.

Coordinate equity transactions, including grants, exercises, vesting, cancellations, and transfers, ensuring accuracy and adherence to plan rules and legal requirements.

Execute efficiently on data transfer and communicate effectively with all HR, Payroll, Legal, and Finance departments – both at GISI, division and Operating Company levels

Communicate with external partners such as stock plan recordkeeper and transfer agent and coordinate routine and exception processing

Reconcile with transfer agent (Computershare) to ensure all equity plan transactions are correctly recorded in a timely manner

Assist with global equity reporting and regulatory compliance, working with GISI finance, tax and legal team/specialists

Experience with data analysis and visualization tools preferred

Proven experience building data models preferred

Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines in a cross-functional environment.

Excellent customer service orientation, with a track record of delivering accurate results.

Assist with annual financial audits and compliance requests

Qualifications

Experience with equity administration software, preferably Shareworks, strongly preferred

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required (Pivot tables and reporting, v-lookup, index match, macros and VBA)

Proficiency with conventional data management tools and analytics software such as Power BI or Tableau

Experience with Computershare or other transfer agent specialized in employee stock purchase plans is a plus

Experience with shareholder or equity administration systems or tools (third party or internal)

Extensive knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods

Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to interact with employees and stakeholders across different regions

Strong organizational and time management skills

Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment

Flexible approach to work hours & location

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Data Analytics, or related field preferred

Minimum 3 years of experience as a compensation analyst or stock administration experience at global company is preferred

Experience in employee-owned organization preferred

Certified Equity Professional (CEP) preferred

Compensation

Base Salary: $100,000 – $140,000 DOE

Eligible for discretionary annual cash bonus and participation in equity program

EEO Statement

GISI is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.