HR Generalist/ Payroll Coordinator

Company Description

Siema Construction, LLC was founded in 1977 as a residential remodeling company and has evolved into a second-generation heavy civil construction firm with over 40 years of experience. Our expertise spans heavy civil construction, utilities, paving and site work, special projects, and pavement restoration and maintenance. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality services and innovative solutions to meet the needs of our clients.

Position Summary:

The HR generalist/ Payroll Coordinator supports the company’s field and office workforce by managing core HR functions, processing weekly payroll, and leading the full-cycle recruitment process. This role ensures compliance with employment laws and internal policies while contributing to positive and effective employee experience. The position is critical to maintaining accurate employee records, timely payroll, and effective hiring practices in a fast-paced construction environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll

• Process and submit accurate weekly payroll using Viewpoint Vista
• Review and verify timesheets submitted by supervisors; Resolve discrepancies proactively.
• Maintain payroll records including new hires, terminations, wage changes, and benefit deductions.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal wage and hour laws and fringe benefit requirements.
• Coordinate with accounting for certified payroll, and audits.

Human Resources

• administer onboarding and off boarding processes, including new hire paperwork, E-Verify, orientations, and exit interviews.
• Maintain employee files and HR IS records in compliance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, benefits, leave, and company policies.
• Support safety and compliance by working with safety and quality departments to track certifications, DOTD documentation, and incident reports.
• Administer benefit enrollment, changes, and employee communications during open enrollment or live events.
• Track and report on FMLA, workers comp, and other leave programs.

Recruiting

• Post open positions on job boards and through industry networks.
• Review applications and resumes; conduct phone screens and initial candidate interviews.
• Coordinate interview scheduling with hiring managers and support candidate communication throughout the process.
• Maintain a professional and responsive hiring experience from initial contact through onboarding.
• Track recruitment metrics and assist with improving hiring efficiency and candidate quality.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of HR and payroll experience; construction or field-based workforce experience strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with HR laws and payroll regulations (FLSA, EEOC, FMLA, etc.).
• Experience with viewpoint Vista, or similar ERP/ payroll systems, preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred but not required