Payroll and Labor Compliance Specialist - Remote (Finance)

Job ID: 513758

Non-Exempt

Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we're leading the industry with innovation and a safety-first mindset.

Job Summary

The Payroll and Labor Compliance Specialist ensures accurate payroll processing and full compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, with a focus on California and Arizona. This role is critical in managing certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and labor tracking systems, especially for public works and construction projects. The ideal candidate will have experience with OCIP/CCIP programs and be well-versed in multi-jurisdictional compliance.

Job Location

This position is remote that can be located in any state in the United States.

Job Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

• Process multi-state payroll with a focus on California and Arizona regulations.
• Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, including overtime, meal/rest breaks, and final pay requirements.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and resolve discrepancies.

Labor Compliance

• Monitor and enforce compliance with prevailing wage laws (e.g., Davis-Bacon Act, California DIR).
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports using systems like LCP tracker or eMars.
• Review public and private contracts for labor compliance requirements (e.g., skilled labor, local hire, diversity goals).

OCIP/CCIP Oversight

• Track and report payroll data for OCIP and CCIP projects.
• Coordinate with third-party administrators and insurance providers.
• Maintain documentation for audits and ensure proper fringe benefit tracking.

Audit & Reporting

• Conduct internal audits to ensure payroll and labor compliance.
• Respond to agency audits and third-party inquiries.
• Generate reports for internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

Training & Collaboration

• Train HR, project managers, and field staff on labor compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, and operations teams to ensure alignment.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• 5 or more years of payroll and labor compliance experience, preferably in construction or public works.
• Strong knowledge of California and Arizona labor laws.
• Experience with certified payroll systems and prevailing wage enforcement.
• Familiarity with OCIP/CCIP programs and insurance reporting.
• Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paycom, UKG) and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred:

• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or similar certification.
• Experience with union payroll and multi-employer benefit reporting.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

Compensation

• The target salary range is $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 BOE.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.