Company Summary:

Founded in 1918, RAM Construction Services is the oldest and most experienced contractor in the United States for waterproofing and restoration services. With over a century of expertise, we take pride in our in-depth understanding of each project's unique needs and requirements.

At RAM Construction Services, our highly skilled employees are the backbone of our success. We value their commitment to excellence and foster a culture of continuous growth and development. With our extensive experience and dedication to top-notch service, we remain an industry leader in waterproofing and restoration.

 

Core Values:

• Relationships are our business.
• Safety without compromise
• Unapologetically competitive
• 360 Accountability
• Embrace Collaboration

Generous Compensation Package Includes:

• Competitive salary with annual bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision – (BCBS PPO) Plan
• PTO – 15 days at hire, 20 days on 1^st service anniversary
• 401k
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Annual Apparel Allowance

The ideal candidate will have proven payroll processing experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Familiarity with handling multiple pay rates, union regulations, and job-specific payroll requirements is essential.

We offer a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. If you meet the qualifications and are excited to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to submit your application or resume for consideration.

 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator to support the Payroll Manager with union payroll administration and compliance for a multi-state construction workforce across Michigan, Ohio, and Minnesota. This role assists with monthly union fringe contributions, maintains and updates union and prevailing wage rate tables in the payroll system, and prepares and submits weekly and monthly certified payroll reports. The Payroll Coordinator supports compliance with collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), Davis-Bacon and prevailing wage requirements, and multi-union, multi-state regulations. Additional responsibilities include assisting with union audits, validating union wage rates, classifications, and union payroll-related information. The position also assists with the transition from DMPS to ADP Workforce Now and provides backup support for the Payroll Clerk as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monthly union fringe contributions
• Updating union wage rates and classifications
• Adding Prevailing Wage rates to projects in the payroll system
• Supporting union audits
• Multi-union, multi-state compliance
• Preparing weekly/monthly certified payroll
• Davis-Bacon and prevailing wage compliance
• Submitting reports to agencies and contractors
• Union audits
• Payroll reporting
• Record retention
• Collaboration with HR, Superintendents, Accounting, and Management for reporting purposes.
• Reviewing timesheets, job codes, allowances, and expense reimbursements
• Maintaining employee payroll records
• Verifying wage rates, classifications, fringes
• Payroll processing primarily as a back-up to the Payroll Clerk

Education Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate's degree or certification in Accounting, Business Administration or a related is preferred

Experience, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:

• Minimum of 2-4 years of payroll experience required
• Familiarity with construction-specific payroll practices, including union regulations, prevailing wages, and certified payroll preferred.
• Knowledge of Tax and Wage Laws-understanding federal, state, and local laws, as well as wage and hour laws, is vital to ensure compliance and accurate payroll calculations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service mindset
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites, with emphasis on Excel- strong Excel skills are necessary for creating and managing spreadsheets, organizing data, and performing calculations.
• Proficiency in Payroll Software- experience with payroll software applications such as ADP Workforce Now is essential to manage payroll data, process payments, and generate reports.

Work Environment: The Payroll Coordinator will work in a collaborative, indoor office setting alongside fellow team members. This role requires regular interaction with colleagues across departments and involves extended periods of computer-based work in a structured and supportive environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: RAM Construction Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters: We do not accept unsolicited referrals from third-party recruiters unless they are engaged and under contract to provide candidates for a specific opening. Any unsolicited resumes submitted without prior agreement will be considered the property of RAM Construction Services, with the right to engage at our sole discretion without any obligations or fees owed.

We are an equal opportunity employer.
Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with
disabilities are encouraged to apply.