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Construction Payroll Specialist

Construction Payroll Specialist

NTIRockville, MD, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $70,000 - $80,000

Construction Payroll Specialist

Position Summary

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a knack for managing financial transactions and a passion for the construction industry? National Technology Integrators, a rapidly expanding leader in technology integration within the construction industry, is on the lookout for a dedicated Construction Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic team in Rockville, MD. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the fastest-growing companies in the Washington, DC area!

The Construction Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing and managing payroll for a multi-entity construction organization, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations. This role requires in-depth knowledge of construction payroll practices, prevailing wage laws, union agreements, certified payroll reporting, and multi-state payroll tax regulations. The Payroll Specialist will collaborate with HR, project management, and accounting teams to ensure labor costs are accurately recorded and allocated across projects and entities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Payroll Processing

Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll for multiple corporate entities.

  • Ensure proper classification of employees by trade, project, and union affiliation.
  • Verify hours, job codes, cost codes, and project allocations.
  • Maintain payroll schedules and meet all deadlines.
  • Compliance & Reporting

    • Prepare and submit certified payroll reports in compliance with Davis-Bacon Act, state prevailing wage laws, and other regulatory requirements.

  • Ensure payroll complies with multi-state tax laws, union contracts, and garnishment regulations.
  • Reconcile payroll taxes (federal, state, and local) accurately and on time.
  • Maintain and update knowledge of wage and hour laws, fringe benefit requirements, and industry-specific compliance rules.
  • Union & Prevailing Wage Administration

    • Administer payroll in accordance with union collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).

  • Track and remit union benefits, dues, and fringe contributions.
  • Monitor changes to wage determinations and CBAs to ensure accurate pay rates.
  • Systems & Data Management

    • Maintain payroll systems, ensuring accurate employee and job data.

  • Collaborate with IT or software vendors for troubleshooting and enhancements.
  • Reconcile payroll accounts to the general ledger in coordination with accounting.
  • Employee Support

    • Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees in a professional and timely manner.

  • Assist with onboarding and offboarding from a payroll perspective.
  • Provide guidance on paycheck deductions, taxes, and reporting.
  • Process Improvement

    • Recommend and implement process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency.

  • Assist with payroll-related audits, both internal and external.

    • Qualifications

  • Education : Associate or Bachelors degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Equivalent experience accepted.
  • Experience :

    • 3+ years of payroll experience, preferably in the construction industry.

  • Experience with multi-entity payroll processing.
  • Certified payroll reporting and union payroll experience highly preferred.
  • Skills :

    • Strong knowledge of payroll laws, prevailing wage requirements, and union contracts.

  • Proficiency with payroll software (e.g., Viewpoint Vista, Foundation, Sage 300 CRE, ADP, Paylocity).
  • Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with large datasets.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

    • Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Office-based
  • Standard office hours, with occasional overtime to meet payroll deadlines.

    • Why Join Us?

  • Be part of one of the fastest-growing technology integration companies in the construction industry.
  • Competitive pay and benefits package.
  • Exposure to diverse projects across multiple entities and states.
  • Collaborative, fast-paced work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

    • Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply today and become a key player in our growing team!

    NTI is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive its business results and to create a better future every day for its diverse employees, clients, partners and communities.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer providing opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

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