HRIS Administrator – UKG Implementation

Kovach Enclosure Systems is seeking an experienced
HRIS Administrator
to help stabilize, configure, and optimize our
UKG Pro HRIS and Payroll system
supporting approximately 360 employees. This
hybrid role based in Chandler, AZ
will serve as the internal UKG subject matter expert with a strong focus on
onboarding, configuration, and implementation of new UKG tools and modules
.

As a company that is
new to UKG
, we are looking for someone who enjoys building systems, improving workflows, and partnering cross-functionally to ensure UKG is fully leveraged to support HR, Payroll, Accounting, and Operations—particularly within a construction environment that includes prevailing wage, job costing, and multi-state compliance.

Kovach's Mission & Values

Our Mission

Kovach's mission is to cultivate a thriving and profitable company that stands as a beacon of growth and opportunity. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where individuals succeed and flourish while maintaining strong financial health and a supportive workplace culture.

Employee Ownership (ESOP)

At Kovach, we believe in sharing success with the people who make it possible. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you become an owner in the company, directly benefiting from its growth and long-term success.

Our Core Values

• Positivity:
  Easy to work with, trusting, team-oriented, and a strong communicator
• Own It:
  Reliable, responsible, follows through, and accountable
• Expertise:
  Intelligent, innovative, and coachable
• Grit:
  Strong work ethic, resilient, and finds a way to get it done

What You'll Do

• Serve as the
  primary UKG Pro HRIS Administrator
  , with a focus on system setup, configuration, and ongoing optimization
• Lead or support the
  implementation of new UKG modules, features, and tools
  , including onboarding, workflows, and reporting
• Partner with HR, Payroll, Accounting, and Operations to design and improve UKG processes—especially those unique to construction (prevailing wage, project-based labor, job costing)
• Configure and maintain pay codes, benefits, deductions, security roles, and workflows
• Manage and troubleshoot
  integrations
  between UKG and other systems (timekeeping, benefits vendors, accounting platforms)
• Support payroll processing, audits, and testing to ensure data integrity and compliance with federal, state, and multi-state labor laws
• Build and maintain dashboards and reports for HR and leadership using UKG BI or similar tools
• Create SOPs, training materials, and end-user documentation to support adoption and consistency
• Stay current on UKG releases and best practices, proactively recommending enhancements and process improvements

What You Bring

• 2–5 years of hands-on experience administering UKG Pro (UltiPro)
  , with direct involvement in
  system setup, configuration, or module implementation
• Strong experience supporting
  onboarding, workflows, and process design
  within UKG
• Experience with payroll configuration and testing
• Integration experience, including file feeds, vendor connections, and system testing
• Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent documentation, communication, and cross-functional partnership abilities
• Construction industry experience or familiarity with job costing and prevailing wage is a plus

Preferred:

• UKG Pro certification and/or experience supporting a UKG implementation or post-implementation optimization
• Bachelor's degree in HR, HRIS, Information Systems, or a related field

About Kovach

Kovach Enclosure Systems is a leading design-build contractor specializing in building enclosures for landmark projects across the U.S. For more than 50 years, we've combined innovation, craftsmanship, and safety to deliver excellence from concept to completion. We are excited to invest in our UKG platform and are looking for an HRIS professional who can help us build a strong, scalable foundation.

Job Type:
Full-time

Location:
Hybrid – Chandler, AZ

Benefits Offered

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with company matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings