Payroll Specialist (Union/Construction)

Quincy, WA | $70-85k DOE | 3+ years of construction and unionized environments

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Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a Pacific Northwest-based infrastructure contractor supporting critical energy and utility projects across multiple states. Our work spans complex electrical builds tied to public and private sector initiatives, including high-impact transmission and distribution efforts.

The organization operates with a lean structure, which means decisions move quickly and individuals have direct access to leadership. Teams work closely across field operations, finance, and project management, creating a highly integrated environment where contributions are visible and meaningful.

This is a group that values ownership, follow-through, and people who can think through problems without waiting for direction.

Why join us?

This role is best suited for someone who wants more than a siloed payroll function. You will be stepping into an environment where payroll sits at the intersection of operations, compliance, and finance.

What you can expect:

• Direct collaboration with leadership and cross-functional teams
• Exposure to full project lifecycles, not just back-office tasks
• A fast-moving environment where your work has immediate impact
• Opportunity to refine and improve existing systems and processes
• A team culture that rewards accountability and initiative

If you prefer clear ownership, minimal bureaucracy, and the ability to influence how things are done, this will feel like a strong fit.

Job Details

Job Duties / Job Requirements

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Run weekly and bi-weekly payroll across a mixed workforce, including union and non-union employees
• Ensure accurate pay calculations, including overtime, deductions, garnishments, and fringe allocations
• Maintain compliant payroll records aligned with federal, state, and contract-specific requirements
• Interpret and apply prevailing wage laws across multiple jurisdictions
• Prepare, review, and submit certified payroll reporting tied to government-funded work
• Validate worker classifications and ensure proper benefit allocations
• Manage union-related payroll components, including dues, benefit contributions, and reporting
• Maintain current rate tables and ensure timely submissions to union trust funds
• Handle payroll tax filings, including quarterly and year-end reporting
• Reconcile discrepancies, respond to notices, and support audit activity
• Partner with accounting on general ledger alignment and reporting accuracy
• Identify inefficiencies in current processes and recommend improvements
• Maintain strict confidentiality across all payroll and employee data

What You Bring

• 3+ years of hands-on payroll experience in a complex environment
• Direct exposure to prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements
• Experience with union payroll structures and reporting
• Strong understanding of payroll tax compliance and filings
• Comfort working across multiple deadlines without sacrificing accuracy
• High attention to detail with the ability to troubleshoot discrepancies independently
• Proficiency with payroll systems and Excel

Additional Context

• Schedule: Standard daytime hours, onsite
• Work environment: Office-based with close interaction across departments
• Growth: Opportunity to become the internal subject matter expert for payroll

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