Compliance Specialist – IRA - Field

RES•Denver, CO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring. Summary: The Compliance Specialist – IRA - Field will play a critical role in supporting our project teams, and construction support departments, to ensure excellence in all aspects of execution on IRA projects. As a key component of our IRA Compliance Team, this role will act as subject matter expert for all IRA project sites and be responsible for coordinating and ensuring appropriate and efficient communication and action.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in c onstruction management , business, engineering, or equivalent degree, or military/education/relevant work experience combination is required.
3+ years' experience in compliance programs is required.
Ability to travel 15-30% is required.
Valid driver's license is required.
Oral and written skills to include: Clear and concise technical writing Ability to communicate issues internally with reporting manager and team to present possible solutions.
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Effective communication skills across a diverse group
Proficient computer knowledge (Microsoft Office) with data analysis and reporting background in Excel
Proficiency of office practices, procedures, and equipment
Licensed, journey or technician-level knowledge and skills in the electrical or similar trade
Functional competencies include attention to detail, teamwork, responsibility /stewardship , managing vision and purpose, and ethics & integrity.

Nice To Haves

Experience in compliance programs preferred
Experience working with Public Works Administration or Prevailing Wage Projects preferred
Experience with registered Apprenticeship programs preferred
Experience working with the Inflation Reduction Act preferred
Classroom training facilitation experience preferred

Responsibilities

Acts as the single point of contact for all IRA projects and effectively works with team members from Legal, Payroll, Apprenticeship, Compliance, and others to ensure communication and resolve any challenges at the project level.
Coordinates with site teams to ensure proper subcontractor management.
Monitors Subcontractor certified payroll submissions and apprentice percentage based on their contract.
Functions as the primary contact for management, project teams, subcontractors, and workforce agencies for IRA apprenticeship and certified payroll questions.
Creates reports and delivers updates to management on a regular basis.
Serves as a liaison and provides program recommendations to the site management team to drive successful compliance within the construction IRA business.
Ensures that projects remain IRA compliant through collaboration with both the project and apprenticeship teams.
Manages internal Audits and reports on a per-project basis, which includes apprentice metrics, ratios, apprentice hours, subcontractor information, certified payroll submissions and more.
Supports delivery of documents with clients and compliance requests.
Attends project specific meetings and communicates out to IRA site Leadership as appropriate.
Assists other IRA Compliance Team members in problem resolution, as necessary.
Stays up to date on industry standards, regulations and compliance requirements.
S upports IRA training for IRA site teams and sub-contractors.
Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Company Policies & Procedures.
Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
Engages in continuous improvement opportunities and evaluates/ implements ways to better communicate cross functionally .
Ensures growth and development with RES and its core values .
Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action.
Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.

Benefits

RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:
Medical, Dental and Vision
Health Savings Account with employer contribution
Flexible Spending Accounts
4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life
Short and Long Term Disability
Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
401 (k) plan with 6% company match
4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement
Volunteer and Charity Matching
Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave
Employee Referral Bonus
Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
Wellness Reimbursement