Project Payroll Administrator

Prime Controls•Lewisville, TX

About The Position

Introducing Prime Controls Established in 1997, Prime Controls is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients' industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor, we offer comprehensive solutions, supported by our size, expertise, and extensive experience. With a professional team of over 850 employees, Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from our Dallas, Texas headquarters and offices throughout the South-Central United States. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing our employees' well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment. Overview What You Will Do As a Project Payroll Administrator , you will support the accurate and timely processing of payroll for hourly and salaried employees, with a strong focus on union payroll compliance . This role partners closely with HR, field operations, and finance to ensure payroll is processed in accordance with collective bargaining agreements, company policies, and federal and state regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred
3+ years of payroll experience, including hands-on union payroll processing
Working knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and union payroll rules
Experience auditing timecards and resolving payroll discrepancies
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet strict payroll deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll/timekeeping systems

Nice To Haves

Construction, industrial, or field-based payroll experience
Experience with multi-state payroll
Familiarity with prevailing wage or certified payroll requirements
Experience working with multiple unions and benefit funds

Responsibilities

Process weekly and/or bi-weekly payroll for union and non-union employees with a high degree of accuracy.
Interpret and apply union collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) , including wage rates, fringes, classifications, overtime rules, and shift differentials.
Ensure proper payroll treatment for union requirements such as: Prevailing wage and certified payroll (as applicable) Union deductions, benefits, and reporting Job classifications and work jurisdiction rules
Audit timecards and payroll data to verify accuracy, approvals, and compliance with labor agreements and company policy.
Coordinate with project teams and field leadership to resolve payroll discrepancies and timekeeping issues.
Prepare and submit union reports, benefit contributions, and supporting documentation as .
Assist with payroll reconciliations, audits, and internal reporting.
Maintain accurate employee payroll records and support onboarding changes related to pay, union status, and job assignments.
Respond to employee payroll questions in a timely and professional manner.
Use payroll systems, timekeeping platforms, and Microsoft Office tools to document and communicate payroll information.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with all payroll , tax, and data privacy requirements.