Prevailing Wage Payroll Specialist

Bridget Killen from Robert Half is partnering with an employer who is rapidly growing and seeking an experienced Prevailing Wage Payroll Specialist to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has deep knowledge of prevailing wage compliance, certified payroll reporting, and multi-state payroll processing.

If you're someone who enjoys ensuring accuracy, navigating complex wage requirements, and playing a critical role in supporting construction or government-funded projects, I'd love to connect with you.

What You'll Do Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for employees working on prevailing wage projects. Prepare, review, and submit Certified Payroll Reports (CPRs) in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Ensure compliance with Davis-Bacon Act, state prevailing wage requirements, and project-specific labor standards. Review timesheets, job classifications, fringe benefits, and wage determinations for accuracy. Audit payroll records to ensure compliance with labor laws and contractual obligations. Reconcile payroll data, deductions, taxes, and benefit contributions. Partner with project managers, HR, and accounting teams to resolve payroll discrepancies. Maintain payroll records and documentation for audits and government inspections. Monitor changing prevailing wage regulations and implement process improvements as needed.

If you're interested, please apply or reach out to Bridget Killen from Robert Half directly!

✅ Must have hands-on prevailing wage payroll experience ✅ Experience preparing and submitting Certified Payroll Reports

✅ Strong understanding of:

• Davis-Bacon Act requirements
• Prevailing wage regulations
• Fringe benefits calculations
• Job classifications and labor compliance

✅ 3+ years of payroll experience, preferably in:

• Construction
• Public works
• Government-funded projects
• Specialty contracting environments

✅ Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Paychex, UKG, Vista Viewpoint, Foundation, or similar platforms ✅ Advanced Microsoft Excel skills ✅ Exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines