Payroll Coordinator

The Payroll Coordinator is responsible for processing accurate and timely payroll for field and office employees within an electrical contracting environment. This role requires experience with DBA structures
, multi-state payroll
, and certified payroll reporting for public works projects. The Payroll Coordinator ensures compliance with federal, state, local, and prevailing wage regulations while supporting accounting and project teams.

• Process weekly/bi-weekly payroll for union and non-union employees
• Manage payroll across multiple DBAs and entities as applicable
• Review and verify timecards, job codes, and labor allocations
• Calculate overtime, prevailing wages, shift differentials, per diem, and deductions
• Process new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, and garnishments

• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports (e.g., DIR, LCPtracker, eCPR, or similar systems)
• Ensure compliance with Davis-Bacon Act
  , state prevailing wage laws, and public works requirements
• Track fringe benefits, apprenticeship ratios, and classifications
• Respond to audit requests and compliance inquiries related to certified payroll

• Maintain payroll accuracy across multiple DBAs
• Ensure proper labor cost allocation by job, project, and entity
• Coordinate with accounting to reconcile payroll and job costing reports

• Maintain accurate payroll records in compliance with labor laws
• Ensure compliance with union agreements, tax regulations, and company policies
• Assist with payroll audits, workers’ compensation reports, and year-end processing (W-2s)
• Work closely with project managers, HR, and accounting teams
• Respond to employee payroll questions professionally and confidentially
• Assist with process improvements and payroll system updates

• 2+ years of payroll experience in construction or electrical contracting
• Hands‑on experience with certified payroll and prevailing wage projects
• Experience processing payroll for multiple DBAs or entities
• Strong knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws
• Proficiency with payroll software and Excel

• Experience with union payroll
• Familiarity with payroll/job costing systems (e.g., ADP, Viewpoint, Foundation, Spectrum, Quick Books)
• Knowledge of multi‑state payroll regulations
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar certification (a plus)

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