Prevailing Wage & Certified Payroll Specialist

Job Summary: The Prevailing Wage & Certified Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing and ensuring compliance with all prevailing wage laws and local hire program regulations enacted by County, State, and Federal wage and hour labor laws. They are also responsible for maintaining strong relationships with clients and resolving any related issues that may arise. This role requires excellent organizational skills, as well as a strong attention to detail.

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and Local labor laws, including prevailing wage requirements, certified payroll, and fringe benefit compliance per the DIR and Davis-Bacon.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including certified payroll records, and other required documentation. Submit all weekly & monthly reports to the appropriate agencies.

• Interpret prevailing wage requirements to provide guidance and assistance to payroll, project managers and project billers. Keep up with changes in labor laws, regulations, and prevailing wage requirements. 

• Research and determine the applicable prevailing wage and fringe rates for specific job classifications and geographical areas. Monitor increases and changes throughout the year for each trade and area.

• Audit Apprentice hours to comply with the required ratio per trade.

• Assist with external audits and investigations as necessary and work with various agencies to resolve labor compliance issues and prevailing wage discrepancies.

• Develop and implement best practices, policies, and procedures.

• Assist with contract review and serve as backup personnel for Payroll Coordinator. 

• Coordinate with subcontractors and sub-tiers certified payroll reports.

• Perform other duties and/or complete other projects assigned by senior leadership team.

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Sound analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Strong understanding of payroll processes and requirements. 

Educational & Experience:

 • 3+ years of certified payroll & prevailing wage experience.

• Experience using Microsoft Excel and other MS Office programs.

• Construction industry experience preferred.

• Foundation ERP software, LCP Tracker, and other portal experience preferred. 

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

 • Work is performed in a typical indoor office environment.

 • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

 •Must be able to lift and carry office items (e.g., paper, laptops, etc.) up to 15 pounds

Apex Title: SWIMS Prevailing Wage & Certified Payroll Specialist

Req ID: 10516