Compliance Analyst

Clark Construction Group; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction Group is seeking an entry-level Compliance Analyst to serve as the project compliance expert on a portfolio of government-funded construction projects in Charleston. You will work with a dedicated team to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including prevailing wage and PLA requirements, through CPR generation and document reviews.

You will rotate across departments, gain exposure to audit processes, and support continuous improvement in compliance

Qualifications

• Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and work under pressure in a fast-paced team environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with federal contracting, labor regulations, and FAR regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Protect the organization by enforcing compliance with prevailing wage laws and PLA requirements.
• Generate, certify, and submit CPRs for Clark craft employees and subcontractors.
• Review payroll submissions to ensure correct wage payments to workers.
• Collaborate with project teams and leadership on process improvements for compliance.
• Assist with investigations and issues related to prevailing wage compliance.
• Travel to project sites as needed and conduct on-site interviews to verify compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Oral and written communication

Learn quickly

Familiarity with federal contracting

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred

Job description

The Compliance Analyst serves as the project compliance expert on a wide portfolio of Clark’s government-funded construction projects. The Compliance Analyst will work alongside a dedicated team of highly trained compliance professionals to ensure our projects meet their compliance objectives. This is an entry level role with potential for upward mobility within the Project Controls and Compliance department.ResponsibilitiesWe value candidates who are highly motivated, customer-focused and open-minded team players ready to dig into a highly collaborative and dynamic environment. While specific job responsibilities will vary based on departments and assignments, rotations and responsibilities may include:Protect the organization and our trade partners by strictly enforcing compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage laws, as well as union and PLA requirementsGenerate, certify, and submit all Clark craft employee Certified Payroll Reports (CPRs), as well as subcontractor CPRs timely and accuratelyManage all prevailing wage related document collection and review for Clark and our trade partnersPerform detailed cross-checks of payroll submissions against other project documents to ensure proper payment of wages to all craft workersCollaborate with both project team and corporate leadership on process improvements and issue resolution related to project complianceAssists with complex prevailing wage issues and/or investigations with third partiesMaintain confidentiality and compliance with access around sensitive informationCreate economic opportunity within the communities we work by ensuring Clark and our trade partners meet all goals around worker utilization and small business subcontractingQuickly resolve all internal audit report findingsManage project start-up and close-out for compliancePerforms other compliance related duties as requiredTravel required to one or more project sites locallyConduct worker interviews on site on a weekly basis to ensure compliance with prevailing wage lawsBasic Qualifications Highly motivated individual with strong organizational and time management skillsCareful attention to detail and reliability of outputAbility to learn quickly and work under pressure in a fast-paced team environmentExcellent oral and written communication skillsFamiliarity with federal contracting, labor regulations, and FAR regulations a plusAlignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships, Builds People / Teams and Followership, Sets Direction and ExecutesPreferred QualificationsBachelor’s degree (or equivalent) preferred, or similar relevant work experienceThe work environment and requirements described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.The Physical Side of the Role: A good portion of your day will be spent at a desk, so you should be comfortable with prolonged sitting while working on a computer, handling documents, or participating in meetings. The role requires the ability to communicate effectively, as well as visual acuity for reviewing documents and performing computer work. You'll also need to be able to move around the office and travel occasionally to various locations, including construction sites, using different modes of transportation. You should be able to lift and move objects up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 25 pounds on occasion (think a box of files or small office equipment).Your Work Environment: Your primary workspace will be in our professional office, which has a typical, quiet-to-moderate noise and light levels. As part of your work, you may also be required to visit active construction sites. These environments are naturally more dynamic and can include exposure to outdoor weather conditions, louder noise, and moving equipment. Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.Our High-Performing Culture : This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines.A Drug Free Workplace : Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment fitness for duty screening is required, and random fitness for duty tests of employees are conducted quarterly.