Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship Compliance Manager (m/f/d)

Nordex Group•Montreal, IA

40d•CA$150,000 - CA$170,000

About The Position

The Project Compliance Manager for Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship leads Nordex’s compliance efforts related to prevailing wage and apprenticeship standards across onshore wind projects. The role ensures alignment with the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), state regulations, and client contract requirements, and helps shape and enforce contractual commitments so project execution meets applicable labor standards. It connects project management, subcontractor coordination, and payroll operations, with oversight of labor contractors, wage compliance monitoring, and verification of apprenticeship participation throughout each qualified project’s lifecycle.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Project Management, or a related field.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in labor compliance, prevailing wage enforcement, or apprenticeship program management.
Strong knowledge of prevailing wage laws and standards, including Davis-Bacon Act and IRA provisions, wage determinations, certified payroll, and documentation requirements.
In-depth understanding of the Davis-Bacon Act, IRA regulations, and other pertinent labor laws.
Familiarity with prevailing wage administration and compliance measures.
Ability to analyze complex regulations and develop effective, actionable compliance strategies.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal capabilities.
Proficiency in data management tools and reporting software.
Understanding of labor union practices and apprenticeship standards.
Ability to successfully complete Canadian regulatory requirements for pre-employment screening.
Must be able to work in Canada without Company sponsorship and obtain a passport to travel to the US for orientation and training.
Fluency in English and French is mandatory; must also speak and understand English fluently to communicate safety and job-related information.
Must possess a full valid driver's license and be insurable under the company's auto insurance policy; the role is subject to periodic driver’s abstract checks.
Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Commitment to maintaining and promoting safety standards, with the ability to understand and follow safety protocols and procedures.
Must properly use applicable safety equipment, including eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats; loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.

Nice To Haves

Background in renewable energy or construction.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Spanish and/or German language skills.

Responsibilities

Identify appropriate prevailing wages for each job role according to federally mandated standards.
Monitor labor contractors to enforce prevailing wage compliance and support accurate wage payments.
Audit contractor payroll data submitted to the PWA Agent for compliance with prevailing wage regulations.
Ensure onshore wind projects meet IRA apprenticeship participation and minimum-hour thresholds.
Track contractor and subcontractor adherence to apprenticeship labor ratios.
Work with contractors and apprenticeship providers to address compliance gaps or discrepancies.
Collect, analyze, and manage prevailing-wage and apprenticeship compliance data.
Prepare and submit timely compliance reports to internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain organized compliance records for future audits and inspections.
Collect, review, and retain subcontractor compliance documentation according to regulatory and contractual requirements.
Partner with project managers, contractors, and legal advisors to communicate compliance requirements across project teams.
Act as the primary liaison among Nordex, PWA Agents, and labor providers.
Provide contractors with training and resources on wage and apprenticeship compliance practices.
Partner with business stakeholders and People & Culture to align job classifications with wage determinations or submit them for Department of Labor review.
Support the sales team during early project development with cost projections for proposals that may qualify under the IRA.
Serve as a point of contact for regulatory bodies, including the Department of Labor, and legal counsel to address compliance issues and inquiries and align with evolving requirements.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Maintain and promote safety standards, comply with safety regulations and company policies, proactively identify and mitigate hazards, use applicable safety equipment properly, and communicate effectively to support a safe working environment.