Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship Compliance Specialist

Abacus•Juno Beach, FL

3d•Remote

About The Position

The Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship Compliance Specialist works remotely to ensure renewable energy projects comply with prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements. The role reviews and audits contractor data, payroll, and related documentation against project-specific tax, finance, and contract requirements; identifies deficiencies and discrepancies; prepares findings and corrective-action reports; and enters information into compliance dashboards. The specialist also gathers project requirements and communicates them to the individuals responsible for meeting them, provides compliance support, and serves as the main point of contact for prevailing-wage labor-compliance matters. The position attends recurring meetings with contractors, subcontractors, and third-party consultants and presents compliance findings to upper management. The posting specifies a standard 8 a.m.–5 p.m. shift, 40 hours per week, remote work, and 15% travel.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher.
Experience using LCP Tracker.
High competence with technical databases.
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including extended computer use and occasional lifting of equipment or materials up to 10–15 lbs.
A current, non-restricted driver's license is required for positions with driving duties; the posting states driving is required and specifies no alcohol- or drug-related driving offenses within the previous five years and no current suspension or restriction related to driving.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of experience in wage compliance or payroll administration.
Background in Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship compliance or other wage compliance stipulated in Inflation Reduction Act requirements.
Experience with certified payroll.

Responsibilities

Review contractor data inputs related to prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements.
Compare data with criteria in project tax and finance stipulations and contract exhibits.
Verify that submitted data is complete and correct.
Create status reports and corrective-action notes for management.
Enter information into dashboards for recurring compliance reporting.
Review payroll to determine whether wages, fringe-benefit contributions, and other labor-compliance requirements meet client and contract requirements.
Gather certified payrolls and related documentation and conduct detailed audits.
Compose reports of findings and research discrepancies.
Gather project-specific requirements and relay them to the individuals responsible for meeting them.
Provide support and serve as the main point of contact for prevailing-wage labor-compliance requirements.
Attend frequent, recurring meetings with contractors, subcontractors, and third-party consultants.
Present findings to upper management.