Construction Benefits-Payroll Leader

Posted 06 February 2025
LocationRiverside
Discipline Payroll (PAY)
Reference10966
Contact NameCharm Simbol

Job description

Job Title: Construction Benefits-Payroll Leader
Location: Riverside, CA
Job Type: Full-Time

Job Overview
We seek a detail-oriented and experienced Construction Benefits-Payroll Leader to join our Los Angeles, CA team. This role will oversee payroll processing and benefits administration for union employees, ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements, prevailing wage laws, and labor regulations. If you have a strong union payroll and benefits management background within the construction industry, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities
  • Manage and oversee payroll processing for union employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with collective bargaining agreements.
  • Administer benefits programs by union agreements, including health, retirement, and welfare plans.
  • Ensure compliance with prevailing wage laws, certified payroll reporting, and multi-state payroll tax regulations.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between payroll, HR, finance, and union representatives to resolve payroll and benefits-related issues.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of labor laws and union regulations to ensure payroll compliance.
  • Assist with audits, reporting, and recordkeeping related to payroll and benefits administration.
  • Develop and implement process improvements for payroll efficiency and compliance.
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in payroll processing, benefits administration, or HR compliance, preferably in a unionized construction environment.
  • Strong knowledge of union payroll processing, collective bargaining agreements, and prevailing wage laws.
  • Experience with multi-state payroll, tax laws, and certified payroll reporting.
  • Proficiency in payroll software and HRIS systems (ADP, Paycom, or similar).
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with various departments and union representatives.
  • Solid understanding of federal, state, and local labor regulations.
Nice-to-Haves
  • Experience in the HVAC, construction, or manufacturing industries.
  • HR or payroll certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, CPP) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with union trust fund contributions and certified payroll reporting requirements.
Location & Work Environment
  • This role is based in Los Angeles, CA, requiring on-site work within our construction operations. The environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and compliance-driven, with regular interaction between HR, finance, and union representatives.
Why Join Us?
  • Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
  • Career growth opportunities in HR and payroll leadership within a well-established and growing company.
  • A team-oriented culture that values compliance, accuracy, and employee well-being.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.