Labor Compliance Specialist – Construction & Infrastructure – DMV Region

CMTS LLC•Baltimore, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

CMTS is seeking an experienced Labor Compliance Specialist to support public sector and infrastructure projects throughout the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) Region. The Labor Compliance Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring contractor compliance with federal, state, and local labor regulations on publicly funded construction projects. This position will support labor compliance monitoring activities associated with prevailing wage requirements, certified payroll reviews, workforce participation reporting, apprenticeship compliance, and contractor labor documentation. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA), prevailing wage compliance, and workforce reporting requirements associated with federally funded and public infrastructure programs. The Labor Compliance Specialist will work closely with project teams, contractors, subcontractors, government agencies, and client representatives to help ensure labor compliance standards are consistently maintained throughout all phases of construction.

Requirements

3–8 years of labor compliance experience on federally funded or public works construction projects
Strong working knowledge of Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA) and prevailing wage compliance requirements
Experience reviewing certified payroll reports, labor classifications, fringe benefits, and wage determinations
Knowledge of federal, state, and local labor compliance regulations and workforce reporting requirements
Experience supporting compliance activities for infrastructure, transportation, aviation, education, or public sector projects preferred
Ability to interpret construction contracts, labor provisions, and compliance specifications
Strong analytical and auditing skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Experience conducting labor interviews and field compliance verification activities
Ability to identify payroll discrepancies, labor violations, and contractor non-compliance issues
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare compliance reports and contractor correspondence
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Strong organizational and document management capabilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Experience utilizing labor compliance software platforms or certified payroll systems preferred
Ability to travel throughout Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia project locations as required

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred
Certified Labor Compliance Administrator (CLCA) preferred
OSHA 30 preferred
Experience with federally funded transportation or aviation projects preferred
LCPtracker
Elation Systems
B2GNow
Microsoft 365
e-Builder or similar project management platforms

Responsibilities

Review and monitor certified payroll submissions for compliance with prevailing wage requirements and applicable labor regulations
Verify labor classifications, wage rates, fringe benefits, apprenticeships, and workforce participation documentation
Conduct audits and compliance reviews of contractor and subcontractor payroll records and supporting documentation
Monitor contractor compliance with Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA), prevailing wage determinations, and labor standards provisions
Conduct employee labor interviews and field verification activities to confirm payroll accuracy and proper worker classifications
Track and maintain labor compliance records, contractor documentation, workforce utilization reports, and project compliance files
Coordinate with contractors and subcontractors to resolve payroll discrepancies, incomplete submissions, and labor compliance deficiencies
Prepare labor compliance reports, findings, summaries, and correspondence for project leadership and client review
Assist with workforce participation tracking including minority participation, disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE), small business, apprenticeship, and local hiring reporting requirements where applicable
Support project teams during compliance audits, agency reviews, and regulatory inspections
Maintain current knowledge of federal, state, and local labor compliance laws and regulations affecting public sector construction projects
Assist in developing labor compliance procedures, workflows, and process improvements
Participate in contractor outreach meetings, pre-construction meetings, and labor compliance training sessions
Collaborate with project managers, construction managers, contractors, consultants, and client representatives to support overall project compliance objectives
Ensure all labor compliance activities are documented and maintained in accordance with client standards and regulatory requirements
Support additional project administration and compliance activities as assigned