PEO for Construction: Build with Confidence
Construction businesses face unique challenges, including complex payroll, seasonal headcount, compliance hurdles, and the constant need to attract and retain skilled labor. GMS is built for the jobsite and the back office, offering tailored Payroll, HR, Benefits, and Risk Management solutions that empower your team and protect your margins. Discover how GMS helps construction companies run smoother operations, stay compliant, and grow with confidence.
Why Construction Leaders Choose GMS
Construction projects are complex, fast-moving, and full of regulatory challenges. GMS partners with construction leaders to simplify workforce management, protect your business, and support your teams on every job site. With solutions tailored specifically for the construction industry, we help you focus on what you do best while we handle the details that keep your operations running smoothly.
Compliance Confidence
Stay compliant without complexity. GMS’s certified expertise and built-in tools help you avoid penalties, reduce liability, and focus on building instead of bureaucracy.
Operational Fit
Multi-rate payroll, employee mobile time tracking, and onboarding tools designed for construction that support your crews wherever they work.
Financial Control
Predictable costs and smarter benefits through composite-rated health plans, proactive Workers’ Comp management, and fiduciary oversight for 401(k).
True Partnership
Knowledgeable contacts and proactive support in every service area. Clients consistently report feeling confident and valued with GMS as their partner.
Common Issues With Human Resource Management In the Construction Industry
In the construction industry, the pressure to finish important projects on deadline and the need to create a safe work environment for your employees can put a lot of stress on business owners. Many do not have the time or resources to effectively manage all of these areas, which can lead to serious issues regarding:
Recruitment
Jobs for construction workers are projected to grow 11% through 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. Yet, the industry is facing a serious labor shortage, with as many as 449,000 positions that went unfilled in April 2022.
Time and Attendance Management
The project-driven nature of construction work can make time tracking and attendance difficult to manage. As a result, meeting project deadlines and adhering to labor regulations can be challenging.
Safety and Workers’ Compensation Costs
According to OSHA, there were 5,333 worker fatalities in 2019, 20% of which were in construction. In this high-risk industry, employers often find it difficult to maintain a healthy workforce and keep workers’ compensation costs low.
Worker Classification
There has been a trend of companies misclassifying workers as independent contractors to avoid having to pay overtime and certain federal taxes. The penalties include the Department of Labor being able to secure unpaid wages, penalties for failure to withhold taxes, as well as other punitive damages.
How A PEO Can Help Your Construction Company
A PEO can provide comprehensive HR services for employers, including to payroll processing, HR compliance, employee benefits, and risk management and much more. By outsourcing these services to a PEO, business owners can focus less on payroll management, workers’ compensation costs, and maintaining compliance and spend more time on your business goals.
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Payroll Services for Construction Companies
Running a construction business means juggling tight deadlines, complex compliance requirements, and a workforce that’s always on the move. While payroll is critical, it’s only one piece of the puzzle. Partnering with a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) like GMS gives you more than accurate paychecks; it gives you a smarter way to manage your people and protect your business.
Certified Payroll & Prevailing Wage
WH-347 reporting and prevailing wage setup in GMS Connect, so you can bid confidently and stay compliant on government and union jobs.
Multi-Rate Payroll
Pay your team accurately, by trade, class, or site. GMS Payroll adapts to the variable workforce of construction.
Mobile Time Tracking & Onboarding
Employee-facing app streamlines payroll for field employees, reducing manual entry and errors.
Payroll Stability for Seasonal Work
Flexible payroll processes keep your business running smoothly, even as headcount fluctuates.
Credentialing
IRS CPEO and SOC 1 credentials add credibility, ensuring compliance with ever-changing regulations and reducing employer risk.
Expert Support & Compliance
Field-tested support for setup, compliance, and audits, with specialized contacts.
Elevate Your Payroll Administration with GMS
Ready to transform your payroll process? Partner with GMS today and experience the benefits of our cutting-edge technology and dedicated HR support. Contact us now to get started and see how we can help your business thrive!
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Big-company Benefits for Every Construction Business
In construction, attracting and keeping skilled workers takes more than a paycheck; it takes benefits that rival the biggest players in the industry. With GMS as your PEO, you gain access to cost-effective health plans, retirement options, and coverage solutions designed for the realities of seasonal work and jobsite demands. From our master health plan to telemedicine and compliance support, we help you deliver stability and security to your team.
Competitive, Flexible Packages
Group health coverage and ancillary benefits at competitive rates, with usage-based pricing and stable renewals.
Master Health Plan
Cost savings and in-house expertise, with direct claims processing—no third-party runarounds.
401(k) Stability
Affordable, compliant retirement plans that flex with your workforce and reduce administrative burden.
Telemedicine & Coverage
Telemedicine, accident/disability insurance, and employee self-service for easy access and management.
Benefits Continuity
Flexible options for seasonal employment gaps, including COBRA, so your team stays protected year-round.
Specialized Support
Ongoing guidance, renewal expertise, and CPEO assurance for IRS tax protections.
Employee Benefits Management Made Simple
Not sure where to start? Our Small Business Health Insurance Guide covers everything you need to know, including employer responsibilities, how premiums work and ways to lower costs, and which plan options best fit your team. Download the free guide to learn how to build a benefits package that works for your business, or contact us to talk with a benefits specialist.
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Risk Management That Protects Your Projects and Your People
Every jobsite carries risk, from safety hazards to compliance challenges. One misstep can cost time, money, and damage your reputation. GMS helps construction businesses stay ahead with proactive safety programs, expert claims handling, and credentialing that builds trust with contractors. With risk specialists and proven strategies to reduce liability, you can focus on building while we help protect your business from every angle.
Safety Program & OSHA Support
In-person and virtual safety training, expert claims handling, and support during OSHA investigations.
Risk Mitigation & Claims
Proven strategies to lower claims and premiums, reduce liability, and support you through claims processes.
Compliance Solutions
Stay compliant by utilizing customized safety programs and jobsite safety inspections from safety professionals.
Trusted Support
Access to risk management professionals to assist with claims and compliance.
Embrace Risk Management in the Workplace
There are numerous benefits to proactive risk management, but a lack of time and understanding can make it difficult for businesses to execute. Our guide, Implementing EPLI Coverage Within Your Business, provides valuable insights into the importance of adding EPLI coverage as part of your overall risk management strategy. Risk management services from GMS allow employers to outsource those headaches. Contact us today to learn how we can help you minimize business risks and costs.
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The GMS Advantage for Construction
Empowering Your Workforce
Recruiting tools, wage analysis, and onboarding solutions help you build and retain a productive team, even in a competitive market.
Benefits Built for Business Stability
Control health insurance costs with usage-based pricing, scale, and expert guidance just like managing a job site.
A True Partner
Personalized support, proactive service, and expert oversight during claims and compliance reviews. Clients feel confident, supported, and valued as partners, not just customers.
At GMS, We Understand the Risks of Owning a Construction Company
In fact, nearly a quarter of our clients are based in the construction industry. As part of our comprehensive HR services, we can help minimize risks and support your construction company in a number of ways, including:
- Employee recruitment and retention
- Time tracking and performance management
- Payroll services and tax management
- Unemployment claims management
- Health and other employee benefits
- Workers’ compensation claims management
- Workplace safety programs
To learn how to create a construction safety plan to help minimize risks, check out this blog.
Ready to Build with GMS?
Take the next step:
- Contact GMS for a personalized consultation.
- Learn more about PEO services for construction companies.
- Request a demo of GMS Connect and see how our solutions fit your business.
Let GMS help you build a safer, stronger, and more profitable construction business.