Payroll Specialist

About Patriot Erectors, LLC.

Patriot Erectors is a full-service, AISC Certified Steel Fabricator and AISC Advanced Steel Erector. Founded in 1991, the company is located just west of Austin, Texas, with a modern 60,000-square-foot fabrication facility. With quality employees and the equipment required to handle complicated structures, Patriot strives to provide exceptional customer service to fabricate and erect structural steel facilities and non-building steel structures, focusing on quality, safety, and immense pride in every project.

At Patriot Erectors, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on our customers, employees, stakeholders, and communities. We believe in fostering self-reliance and respecting the interdependent elements of our business. Our mission is to fabricate and erect steel products that meet or exceed customer requirements without defects or accidents. We pursue a deeper understanding of market, customer, and employee needs, and we embrace values such as Safety, Teamwork, Ethics, Enthusiasm, and Leadership in all our operations.

Company Vision : Recognize a Need & Fulfill It. We actively seek steel-related opportunities, embracing challenges to deliver mutually respected, mutually beneficial outcomes. This approach supports continual growth and development for our employees and stakeholders

The right candidate for this position is someone with extensive experience in Safety who will support our projects. This person will constantly be responsible for successfully integrating safety initiatives into the functional operation of the different projects by maintaining processes and procedures to prevent injuries and violations of the law or company policies and minimize the environmental impact of our operations.

About the role

Are you a detail-oriented payroll professional with a passion for accuracy and compliance? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your skills make a real impact? If so, we want you to join our team as a Payroll Specialist!

Summary / Objective : As a Payroll Specialist, you will be directly responsible for full-cycle payroll processing, ensuring compliance with prevailing wage laws, certified payroll reporting, and labor regulations for public works and government-funded projects, union and non-union payroll processes, and Department of Labor (DOL) requirements will be crucial in maintaining our high standards of accuracy and timeliness.

Key Responsibilities :

• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, including hourly (both union and non-union) and salaried staff across multiple job sites.
• Process new hires, terminations, deductions, wage garnishments, and direct deposits in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Assist with workers' compensation audits, internal reporting, and year-end processing, including W-2s and 1099s.
• Prepare, review, and submit certified payroll reports in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements (e.g., Davis-Bacon, DIR, WH-347).
• Maintain detailed and accurate employee payroll records, including timecards, fringe benefits, wage determinations, and deductions.
• Ensure accurate application of prevailing wage rates, fringe benefits, and proper job classifications for each project and worker.
• Collaborate with project managers, HR, and accounting teams to verify hours worked and job classifications.
• Respond to audits and requests from regulatory agencies (i.e., DOL) with detailed and accurate documentation.
• Stay current on labor laws, wage determinations, and industry standards related to certified payroll.
• Manage electronic payroll submissions through systems such as eMars, LCPtracker, Elation, and / or other applicable platforms.
• Train internal staff on certified payroll processes and best practices for compliance.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies or employee concerns related to certified wage compliance.
• Demonstrate flexibility and commitment by performing other duties as assigned.

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What we offer :

Growth Opportunities : At Patriot Erectors, we believe in investing in our employees' professional development. We offer continuous learning opportunities, including Udemy training courses and leadership training for managers. Our state-of-the-art facility provides an environment where innovation and excellence thrive.

Community Initiatives : We are committed to giving back to our community through various initiatives and encourage our employees to participate in volunteer activities.

Join Us : If you are passionate about quality craftsmanship and committed to excellence, we invite you to apply and become part of the Patriot Erectors team. Together, we can make a difference in our industry and community.