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Balfour Beatty

Payroll Administrator II

Dallas, TX · On-site

$24.25 - $32.75/hr

Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and ... The Payroll Administrator II is responsible for maintaining accurate employee master data across ...

MAREK

Payroll Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$21.25 - $28.50/hr

Build your Payroll Career in Construction Join a collaborative payroll team supporting a large, complex construction workforce. In this hands-on administrative role, you will own key parts of the ...

Balfour Beatty US

Payroll Administrator II

Dallas, TX · On-site

$24.25 - $32.75/hr

Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and ... The Payroll Administrator II is responsible for maintaining accurate employee master data across ...

tisg

Payroll Administrator

Warren, MI · On-site

$23 - $31/hr

... construction needs from concept through to reality. LeCom Utility Contractors is seeking a detail ... and dependable Payroll Administrator to manage and process payroll for a diverse workforce ...

Aston Carter

Payroll Administrator

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$25/hr

Payroll Administrator Hybrid | Large Corporation The Payroll Administrator supports a large, multi ... Familiarity with prevailing wage requirements and labor hour tracking in construction or project ...

Turbine Air Systems, Ltd.

Payroll Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$23.50 - $31.50/hr

The Payroll Administrator will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while ... TAS manages all logistics and transportation facilitating accelerated construction at customer ...

Comfortsystemsusa

Payroll Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$23.50 - $31.50/hr

The Payroll Administrator will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while ... TAS manages all logistics and transportation facilitating accelerated construction at customer ...

Aston Carter

Payroll Administrator

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$25/hr

Payroll Administrator Hybrid | Large Corporation The Payroll Administrator supports a large, multi ... Familiarity with prevailing wage requirements and labor hour tracking in construction or project ...

Page Group

Payroll Administrator

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Client Details I'm working on behalf of a well-established construction-related organization in the West Seneca, NY area that is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join its team.

Comfort Systems USA

Payroll Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$23.50 - $31.50/hr

The Payroll Administrator will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while ... TAS manages all logistics and transportation facilitating accelerated construction at customer ...

Comfortsystemsusa

Payroll Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$23.50 - $31.50/hr

The Payroll Administrator will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while ... TAS manages all logistics and transportation facilitating accelerated construction at customer ...

Komatsu

Payroll Administrator

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$24.25 - $32.50/hr

Payroll Administrator Posting Start Date: 8/13/26 Job Location (Short): Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA ... construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan ...

Marekbros

Payroll Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$23.50 - $31.50/hr

Job Summary The Payroll Administrator's will be responsible for ongoing administration of payroll ... Relevant industry experience in commercial, residential and multifamily construction preferred.

LHH US

Construction Payroll Specialist

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$28 - $33/hr

Construction Payroll Specialist LHH Recruitment is looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a ... It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of ...

The Middlesex Corporation

Payroll Administrator

Littleton, MA · On-site

$25 - $33.75/hr

... civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has ... The Payroll Administrator is responsible for managing and administering the company's payroll ...

The Middlesex Corporation

Payroll Administrator

Littleton, MA · On-site

$25 - $33.75/hr

... civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has ... The Payroll Administrator is responsible for managing and administering the company's payroll ...

Quality Buildings

Payroll Administrator

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

SUMMARY OF POSITION The Payroll Administrator is a detail-oriented and trustworthy member of the ... Experience with construction accounting preferred * Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting ...

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How much do construction payroll administrator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for construction payroll administrator in the United States is $27.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Construction Payroll Administrator vs Construction Accountant?

AspectConstruction Payroll AdministratorConstruction Accountant
Primary RoleManages payroll processing, employee wages, and related recordsHandles financial statements, budgeting, and overall financial management
CredentialsPayroll certifications, basic accounting knowledgeAccounting certifications (CPA), degree in accounting or finance
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, often on-site for project-specific payrollOffice-based, broader financial department
Industry UsageCommonly employed in construction firms for payroll tasksUsed across construction companies for financial oversight

The Construction Payroll Administrator focuses on processing payroll and employee compensation, while the Construction Accountant manages overall financial records and reporting. Both roles require accounting knowledge, but the Payroll Administrator specializes in payroll-specific tasks, making them distinct yet complementary positions within construction firms.

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Infographic showing various Construction Payroll Administrator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,971 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

Payroll Administrator II

Dallas, TX • On-site

Balfour Beatty
Construction • 1 - 5K employees
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$24.25 - $32.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Review and ensure accuracy of employee master data updates and communicate deficiencies to Human Resources.

  • Complete data entry of employee master data, deductions, benefits, and accrual instructions in payroll systems.

  • Support payroll operations by maintaining wage rates, union rates, and documentation, and providing customer support.

Balfour Beatty US rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 50 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry's assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.
Consistently ranked among the nation's largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Our Benefits
Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive compensation and benefit package:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Health Savings Account
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Tuition Assistance
Employee Referral Bonus
And more!
Summary
Balfour Beatty is seeking a Payroll Administrator II to join our team in Dallas, TX. This is a hybrid position that requires working at the office three days per week and working from home two days per week.
The Payroll Administrator II is responsible for maintaining accurate employee master data across multiple payroll and HR systems, including JD Edwards (JDE) and Dayforce. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, prevailing wage requirements, union agreements, company policies, and internal controls. The position supports payroll operations through timely and accurate data entry, wage and deduction maintenance, process documentation, customer support, and collaboration with Human Resources and payroll team members. Success in this role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, the ability to manage high transaction volumes under strict deadlines, and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.
Essential Functions
  • Review all requests to update employee master data for accuracy. Communicate any form completion deficiencies to and provide training on form completion to Human Resources staff.
  • Complete entry of employee master data in JD Edwards (JDE) and Dayforce in accordance with the Payroll Processing calendar.
  • Distribute reviewed and/or entered requests to update employee master data or requests for other payroll related processing to the appropriate payroll team member in a timely manner.
  • Complete entry of assigned employee deduction, benefit, and accrual instructions excluding one-time overrides. Some examples include auto allowance benefits, voluntary donation deductions, and cell phone equipment reimbursement deductions.
  • Maintain My Records user information and transmit new user files each Wednesday.
  • Maintain prevailing wage rates within JDE.
  • Maintain union wage, benefit, and deduction rates within JDE.
  • Write all documentation for payroll administrator processes maintaining necessary updates.
  • Provide support, consultation, and research for customers. Manage the support email box.
  • Respond to all requests for information within four (4) business days of receipt. If a request cannot be completed within four (4) business days, work with the customer to determine a mutually acceptable date for report completion.
  • Provide excellent customer service.

Promote Customer Relations
  • Builds effective relationships with project teams, functional departments, customers, vendors, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer's expectations.
  • Actively participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image.

Culture, Leadership and Employee Development
  • Serves as a role model and promotes professional behavior.
  • Participates in personal career development through training, participates in software training and seminars as applicable for this position.

Embrace key BB-wide initiatives, like Zero Harm, Sustainability, and core Values, and does one's part to demonstrate relentless behaviors and embeds them into our culture.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Working Conditions
Majority of work is completed in an office setting with intermittent sitting, standing, and walking. Periodic travel required. This is a hybrid position that requires working three days in the office per week and working two days at home per week.
Education, Experience and Knowledge
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • A minimum of three (3) years of payroll and/or human resources experience including entry of payroll/employee master data; union and prevailing wage payroll experience a plus
  • Solid knowledge of payroll related work processes and best practices
  • Strong computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet software. Demonstrates proficiency using a personal computer (PC), company communication tools (e.g. email, internet), and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
  • Dayforce experience preferred
  • JD Edwards experience a plus
  • Ability to meet strict daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly deadlines
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent multi-tasking capabilities while maintaining organization and meticulous attention to detail
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
  • Excellent customer service skills

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.

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