Prevailing Wage Compliance Officer
About The Position
Armand Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Prevailing Wage & Compliance Officer to support prevailing wage compliance and contractor oversight on public-sector construction projects. This position is responsible for assisting the Prevailing Wage & Compliance Manager in ensuring contractors and subcontractors comply with applicable federal, state, and local prevailing wage laws, contractual requirements, and Commercially Useful Function (CUF) regulations. The successful candidate will monitor certified payroll submissions, conduct payroll and compliance audits, perform on-site contractor interviews, verify contractor and subcontractor compliance with prevailing wage requirements, and assist in investigating and resolving compliance issues. This role serves as a key resource for contractors, subcontractors, project teams, and client representatives regarding prevailing wage requirements, CUF compliance, and regulatory obligations. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, excellent communication abilities, and a thorough understanding of prevailing wage regulations, certified payroll practices, construction compliance, and public-sector contracting requirements.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1-year experience in construction industry, wage compliance, labor relations, or a related field.
- Knowledgeable of prevailing wage laws and commercially useful function regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other relevant software.
- A valid driver’s license required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
- High school equivalency or Union training program a plus.
- Relevant certification (e.g., OSHA-30, Site Safety, or a related training) is preferred.
- Any prior industry experience in procurement or compliance is a plus.
- Must be willing to be trained on prevailing wage laws, wage and hour regulations, and public works contracts in New York and New Jersey.
- General knowledge of construction industry, regulatory compliance and/or related field is a plus.
- General knowledge of contract goals and requirements preferred.
- General knowledge of state and/or federal practices is a plus.
- General understanding of prevailing wage laws and commercially useful function regulations.
- Good organizational and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Conduct on-site interviews with workers to verify job classifications and wage rates.
- Inspect and audit contractor and subcontractor payroll records to ensure adherence to prevailing wage rates.
- Review and validate certified payroll reports submitted by contractors and subcontractors.
- Conduct on-site and remote evaluations to assess the commercially useful function of subcontractors and suppliers.
- Review subcontractor performance to ensure it meets the contractual requirements and performance metrics.
- Monitor and evaluate employer adherence to prevailing wage requirements and contract stipulations.
- Identify and document any discrepancies or violations in wage payments and benefits.
- Verify that subcontractor/supplier work adheres to all CUF obligations, legal requirements, and industry standards.
- Ensure CUF compliance with company policies and procedures related to procurement and subcontracting.
- Assist in the preparation of detailed reports of findings from interviews and inspections.
- Assist in the maintenance of accurate and comprehensive records of monitoring activities, findings, and compliance status.
- Assist in documenting and reporting any non-compliance issues or wage discrepancies to the Prevailing Wage & Compliance Manager.
- Review and analyze project documentation, contracts, and performance data to verify CUF.
- Act as a liaison between workers, contractors, and regulatory agencies regarding prevailing wage issues.
- Assist in providing guidance and support to contractors and subcontractors on prevailing wage laws and compliance requirements.
- Assist in resolving any disputes or issues related to wage payments and classifications.
- Assist in the dissemination of information to contractors, subcontractors, and workers about prevailing wage laws and regulations.
- Participate in training sessions or informational meetings to help clarify compliance requirements and procedures.
- Assist in any trainings to support all personnel and subcontractors on compliance requirements and CUF standards.
- Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures related to CUF compliance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
