Labor Compliance Specialist - Prevailing Wage Administrator

Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Labor Compliance Specialist to ensure comprehensive labor law compliance across our solar and civil construction projects. Reporting to the Director Accounting this role focuses primarily on prevailing wage administration labor standards enforcement and regulatory compliance. The specialist will work closely with project management teams to ensure all projects meet federal and state labor requirements while maintaining detailed documentation and conducting thorough compliance monitoring.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Project Management & Compliance Administration

• Manage and monitor prevailing wage compliance on multiple solar and civil construction projects throughout project lifecycles
• Work with field project manager(s) to develop and maintain project schedules budgets and resource allocation plans
• Coordinate with contractors subcontractors and stakeholders
• Review verify and approve contractor and subcontractor wage classifications and pay rates
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for wage determinations worker classifications and labor standards
• Coordinate closely with payroll department on all wage-related compliance issues
• Ensure all projects comply with federal Davis-Bacon Act and applicable state prevailing wage laws
• Monitor certified payroll submissions and conduct compliance audits
• Conduct training sessions for project teams on prevailing wage requirements
• Coordinate and report payroll and prevailing wage data to customers auditors and other relevant stakeholders

• Prepare review and submit all required prevailing wage reports to federal and state agencies
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation including payroll records wage determinations and compliance certificates
• Generate regular project status reports for management and stakeholders
• Ensure proper record retention in accordance with federal and state requirements
• Investigate and resolve wage and hour disputes in coordination with payroll and legal teams

• Identify potential compliance risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Conduct regular site visits to verify wage compliance and worker classifications
• Manage relationships with workforce development organizations
• Work with payroll to address any prevailing wage related wage and hour disputes

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering Business Administration or related field preferred
• Minimum 2 years of construction project management experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience with prevailing wage compliance on public works projects
• Experience managing solar or renewable energy construction projects preferred
• Civil construction experience (roads utilities infrastructure) preferred

• Thorough understanding of Davis-Bacon Act and state prevailing wage laws
• Knowledge of construction industry wage classifications and job descriptions
• Familiarity with certified payroll requirements and reporting procedures
• Understanding of federal and state procurement regulations
• Experience with project management software and construction scheduling tools

• Prevailing Wage Compliance certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

• Experience with construction accounting and payroll systems
• Proficiency in project management software
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite particularly Excel
• Familiarity with solar PV system design and installation processes
• Understanding of civil construction methods and materials

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders
• Experience presenting to government officials and regulatory agencies
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to work effectively with diverse workforce including union and non-union labor

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
• Ability to analyze complex wage determinations and classifications
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Critical thinking skills for risk assessment and mitigation

• Office-based work with regular travel to construction sites
• Occasional weekend and evening work to meet project deadlines
• Outdoor work in various weather conditions during site visits
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and navigate construction sites safely
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk typing and talking

• A remote working environment is available for the right candidate.
• Regular hours with occasional overtime during payroll processing weeks or benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Three weeks of paid vacation after 90 days (first year is pro-rated based on start date)
• Up to 9 paid company holidays
• Paid sick time
• Company-paid Life Insurance ($75000)
• Company-paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance:Offering four medical plan options with one plan fully covered at 100% by the company.
• 401(k) retirement savings planwith company matching
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required.

National Power LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and VEVRAA federal contractor and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race color religion gender national origin age disability veteran status gender identification or any other status protected under local state or federal laws.