Payroll Administrator 

SUMMARY 

Mortenson is currently seeking a Payroll Administrator who will provide timely and accurate processing of multi-state payroll transactions. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Review and reconcile timecards

Execute the weekly, bi-weekly or monthly payroll cycle

Address inquiries from team members, supervisors, or Craft Resource Managers regarding hours worked or amount paid  

Manage work portfolio for a specific operating group, including audits, missed hours, off-cycle payroll transfers, historical corrections, and statement of earnings to support draft checks

Collaborate with Human Resources to maintain employee data related to worked hours or amount paid to a team member  

Provide excellent customer service to team members 

Remain proficient in new technology introduced within the payroll operations 

Follow department policies related to sensitive information requests

Resolve timecard inquiries via telephone or e-mail

Build effective work relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

Perform additional duties such as maintaining trackers, recording errors, updating KPIs, and working on special projects

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Minimum of two years’ payroll experience in a multi-state environment

Experience processing payroll in either UKG, Oracle, or ADP is required

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Positive, professional attitude with excellent customer service skills

Ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment which leverages new technology

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Ability to prioritize work assignments and customer requests

A few benefits offered include: 

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage 

Dental plan 

401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match 

Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves 

Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance 

No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources

Tuition reimbursement 

Adoption Assistance 

Gym Membership Discount Program 

The base pay range for this role is $27.00 - $36.49. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. 

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Please make note: 

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. 

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days. 

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact. 

Let’s Redefine Possible® 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.