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Payroll Specialist - Construction
<p>A construction and field services company in Vista is seeking a <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> with experience supporting hourly, project-based employees. This role is well-suited for someone familiar with complex payroll environments, including job costing and union or prevailing wage considerations. The Payroll Specialist will manage payroll for field crews and administrative staff while supporting compliance with labor agreements and reporting requirements.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly payroll for field and office employees</li><li>Review timecards, job codes, and project allocations</li><li>Calculate overtime, differentials, and job-specific pay rates</li><li>Support prevailing wage and certified payroll reporting</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee earnings histories</li><li>Coordinate with project managers and HR for payroll accuracy</li><li>Respond to payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Assist with payroll audits and compliance documentation</li></ul>
<ul><li>High school diploma required; Associate’s degree preferred</li><li>3–5 years of payroll experience, preferably in construction</li><li>Knowledge of prevailing wage and job-cost payroll processes</li><li>Strong Excel and payroll software skills</li><li>Excellent organizational and follow-up abilities</li><li>Ability to manage tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • Vista, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 27.00 - 34.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A construction and field services company in Vista is seeking a <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> with experience supporting hourly, project-based employees. This role is well-suited for someone familiar with complex payroll environments, including job costing and union or prevailing wage considerations. The Payroll Specialist will manage payroll for field crews and administrative staff while supporting compliance with labor agreements and reporting requirements.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly payroll for field and office employees</li><li>Review timecards, job codes, and project allocations</li><li>Calculate overtime, differentials, and job-specific pay rates</li><li>Support prevailing wage and certified payroll reporting</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee earnings histories</li><li>Coordinate with project managers and HR for payroll accuracy</li><li>Respond to payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Assist with payroll audits and compliance documentation</li></ul>
  • 2026-01-12T17:39:36Z

Payroll Specialist - Construction Job in Vista, CA | Robert Half