Lead Timekeeper

Bechtel • Town of Clay, NY

16h • $78,000 - $119,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Bechtel’s Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, electric vehicle, and datacenter markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. This role will lead craft timekeeping at the project site to ensure accurate payroll and compliance with wage bulletins, union and/or labor agreements, and any applicable prevailing wage laws. The Lead Timekeeper will manage eTrack setup and daily operations, manage the timekeeping team, and coordinate with Industrial/Labor Relations. Responsibilities include reconciling time records, approving hours for payroll, and supporting certified payroll reporting and audits.

Requirements

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience
• Intermediate skill with Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills.
• Strong customer service background.

Responsibilities

• Execute and coordinate daily timekeeping activities for union craft labor, ensuring accurate time and attendance capture in project systems.
• Perform timesheet reconciliation and resolve discrepancies to support timely and accurate payroll processing.
• Maintain employee data, crew assignments, and badge/timeclock functions, including onboarding support for craft professionals.
• Ensure compliance with union labor agreements, payroll rules, and company procedures.
• Interface with Construction, Labor Relations, and Project Accounting to resolve timekeeping and labor reporting issues.
• Prepare and issue routine labor and attendance reports to support cost tracking and workforce management.
• Support payroll billing, reconciliation, and compliance reporting requirements, including certified payroll as applicable.
• Provide day-to-day support to craft professionals and supervisors on timekeeping and pay inquiries.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Optional disability and supplemental insurance options
• Generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period)
• Nine paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Discretionary bonuses
• 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level