Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:
Ensures accurate and timely processing of employee compensation, contributing to organizational trust and operational efficiency. Maintains confidentiality and compliance in handling sensitive payroll data, supporting a culture of integrity and accountability. Collaborates with team members and stakeholders to resolve payroll inquiries and discrepancies, fostering positive employee experiences. Applies knowledge of relevant regulations and company policies to minimize risk and support consistent payroll practices.

Key Responsibilities:
Processes payroll transactions, including wage calculations, deductions, and adjustments, in accordance with established schedules.
Verifies timekeeping records and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational policies.
Responds to questions regarding pay, deductions, and related matters, providing clear and timely information.
Maintains up-to-date payroll records and documentation in accordance with data privacy and retention requirements.
Reviews payroll reports for accuracy, identifying and resolving discrepancies before final submission.
Applies knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
Assists in internal and external audits by preparing required payroll documentation and responding to information requests.

Education Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, a related field, or equivalent experience preferred.

Work Experience:
2 - 4 years of experience in payroll processing, payroll administration, or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses:
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.