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Actalent lists this Construction Payroll Admin opportunity in seattle, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Construction Payroll / Office AdministratorA reputable electrical construction contractor company in Tukwila, WA is hiring a detail-oriented Construction Payroll / Office Administrator to support the operations team on union construction projects. This role is critical to maintaining certified payroll, subcontract compliance, and overall project documentation. This position will work closely with leadership and the current office administrator and must be capable of stepping in to cover certified payroll and compliance responsibilities when needed.Pay: $25/hr. - $30/hr.Schedule: Standard Monday - Friday Morning Shift (40 hours a week)Location: Tukwila, WA (100% On-site)Contract Duration: 12 Month Contract-to-HireCertified Payroll & Union CompliancePrepare and submit certified payroll in compliance with government and union requirementsFile certified payroll in LCPtracker, L&I, and distribute required reportsSupport union payroll processes and compliance (including EVerify coverage when needed)Coordinate union-related requirements such as drug testing and screeningsAccounts Payable & Invoice ProcessingProcess accounts payable on scheduled cycles (e.g., 10th and 25th)Review and process vendor and subcontractor invoicesEnsure required documentation is received prior to payment, including lien waiversLoad invoices into Field Materials and export to Sage (experience preferred, not required)Subcontractor & Contract ComplianceManage subcontractor paperwork, ensuring all documentation is complete and up to date:Signed subcontractsCertificates of Insurance (COIs)Certified payroll submissionsLien waivers for each invoiceSupport DCMS reporting and compliance for King County and other municipalitiesTrack and maintain subcontractor prequalificationsProject & Administrative SupportFile and organize project documentation and compliance recordsSort and manage shared inbox communications related to projects and complianceSupport reconciliation of company accounts (e.g., Voyager, VISA, Banner Bank, Verizon)General office administration as needed in coordination with the teamQualification Requirements2+ years of experience in an administrative role supporting construction, engineering, or field operations with a Union Contractor.Experience assisting with certified payroll on federal projects, in addition to subcontract billings, lien waivers, and accounts payable.Exposure to compliance on federal projects - prequalifications, verifying insurance certificates, subcontract documentation compliance.Experience with Accounts Payable, Invoice Processing, and Subcontract Billing Documentation.Prior experience with a union contractor or union construction environment.Hands-on experience with certified payroll and subcontract compliance.Understanding of government contract requirements (DCMS, lien waivers, certified payroll, insurance tracking).Nice-To-Have QualificationsExperience using LCPtracker.Experience with Sage (not required).Familiarity with Field Materials or similar invoice management systems.Employee Value PropositionFamily-owned and operated company with a long-standing reputation.Smaller company environment, where employees can have greater visibility, impact, and access to leadership.Opportunity to be part of a specialized union electrical contractor with a strong reputation in the municipal and industrial infrastructure market.Company culture focused on craftsmanship, quality, and long-term customer partnerships.Work alongside experienced professionals in a company that emphasizes building lasting relationships with both employees and clients.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tukwila, WA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Tukwila, WA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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seattle, WA, 98188, US
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