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Construction & Skilled Trade > Construction Payroll Specialist

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Short Description:

A Construction Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing and processing payroll for construction employees, ensuring accurate and timely payment in compliance with labor laws and company policies. They calculate wages, overtime, and deductions, maintain payroll records, and reconcile accounts with accounting and HR systems. The role involves collaborating with project managers and HR staff to verify employee hours and resolve discrepancies. Construction Payroll Specialists help ensure payroll accuracy, regulatory compliance, and smooth financial operations on construction projects. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and knowledge of payroll systems and labor regulations are essential for success in this role.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Process payroll for construction employees, including hourly, salaried, and union workers, ensuring accuracy and compliance
  • Collect, review, and verify timesheets, work hours, and job codes for multiple construction projects
  • Calculate wages, overtime, deductions, and benefits according to company policies and union agreements
  • Maintain accurate payroll records, reports, and documentation for auditing and regulatory purposes
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including OSHA, FLSA, and union requirements
  • Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and payroll discrepancies in a timely manner
  • Collaborate with HR, accounting, and project management teams to reconcile payroll, job costs, and labor allocations
  • Prepare and submit payroll tax filings, wage reports, and related compliance documentation
  • Assist with payroll audits and resolve discrepancies identified by internal or external reviewers
  • Stay updated on payroll regulations, wage laws, and construction-specific labor requirements

Skills / Requirements / Qualifications

  • Education: Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field preferred
  • Experience: 2–5 years of payroll processing experience, preferably in construction or union environments
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency with payroll software, timekeeping systems, and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Attention to Detail: Accuracy in calculating pay, deductions, and reporting
  • Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of payroll laws, labor regulations, and union agreements
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies efficiently
  • Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for interacting with employees and management
  • Organization: Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and complex payroll data simultaneously

Job Zones

  • Title: Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
  • Education: Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. 
  • Related Experience: A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. 
  • Job Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
  • Job Zone Examples: Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. 
  • Specific Vocational Preparation in years: 2-4 years preparation (7.0 to < 8.0)

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