Labor Compliance Administrator

Block Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BLOCK Companies is a full-service General Contractor focusing on affordable housing and labor compliance across projects nationwide. The Labor Compliance Administrator will support certified payroll, prevailing wage compliance, regulatory reporting, and subcontractor coordination with accuracy and attention to detail.

The role reports to the Director of HR and Corporate Services and requires strong organization, communication, and ability to manage multiple priorities on federal, state, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; construction administration or labor compliance preferred.
• Experience with certified payroll and regulatory documentation.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
• Review certified payroll reports for accuracy and compliance with prevailing wage requirements.
• Prepare and submit monthly compliance documentation to agencies and clients.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to obtain missing payroll and compliance documentation.
• Maintain organized compliance records and support audits and inquiries.
• Communicate requirements and deadlines to project teams and subcontractors.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Documentation

MS Office

Compliance knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LCPtracker

Elations

B2Gnow

Job description

Block Companies is a full-service General Contractor and co-developer, experienced across an extensive range of multifamily projects. Our chief focus is the development and construction of affordable housing in the markets we serve, which include Louisiana, Texas, Georgia, Tennessee, Mississippi and North Carolina. Building long lasting relationships with our employees and clients is a cornerstone of our business.

Position Summary

BLOCK Companies is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive Labor Compliance Administrator to support the company's labor compliance activities across federal, state, and local construction projects.

This intermediate-level position assists with certified payroll reviews, prevailing wage requirements, regulatory reporting, compliance documentation, and subcontractor coordination. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, experience working with compliance documentation, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

The Labor Compliance Administrator will collaborate with internal project teams, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies to support compliance requirements. This position reports directly to the Director of HR and Corporate Services, with final compliance decisions and approvals remaining with designated management personnel.

Experience and Qualifications

1–3 years of relevant experience in labor compliance, construction administration, certified payroll, regulatory documentation, or a related field preferred.

Working knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws and regulatory requirements.

Experience working with government-funded construction projects and agencies such as HUD, FEMA, and GLO preferred.

Knowledge of certified payroll processes, prevailing wage requirements, and wage rate classifications.

Familiarity with the Davis-Bacon Act and Related Acts, HUD Section 3 requirements, and M/W/SBE compliance requirements preferred.

Experience with compliance reporting platforms such as LCPtracker, Elations, and B2Gnow preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Labor Compliance Support

Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.

Stay informed of labor compliance requirements and regulatory changes, and assist in communicating relevant updates to project teams and subcontractors.

Support compliance efforts for subcontractors, lower-tier subcontractors, and suppliers throughout the duration of each project.

Collaborate with Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and field personnel to collect, review, and maintain required compliance documentation.

Identify potential compliance concerns, missing documentation, or discrepancies and escalate matters to appropriate management personnel.

Certified Payroll and Prevailing Wage Compliance

Review certified payroll reports for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with applicable prevailing wage requirements.

Assist in verifying that appropriate prevailing wage rates and worker classifications are being utilized.

Review certified payroll submissions through platforms such as LCPtracker and Elations.

Coordinate with subcontractors to obtain missing, incomplete, or corrected payroll documentation.

Assist in tracking and resolving payroll discrepancies, wage underpayments, and compliance-related concerns under management direction.

Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation related to certified payroll and prevailing wage compliance.

Documentation and Regulatory Reporting

Assist in preparing, collecting, and submitting BLOCK's monthly compliance documentation to the appropriate agencies and entities in a timely manner.

Maintain organized compliance records and perform data entry using the company's U: drive and applicable compliance management platforms.

Track outstanding documentation and follow up with subcontractors to support timely submissions.

Assist with monthly compliance audits, documentation reviews, and responses to regulatory inquiries.

Compile and organize information in response to third-party requests, audits, and compliance reviews.

Submit or upload monthly payment information into B2Gnow and other required reporting platforms.

Support the preparation and submission of compliance reports required by project contracts and regulatory agencies.

Subcontractor Coordination and Communication

Communicate regularly with subcontractors regarding compliance requirements, documentation submissions, and reporting deadlines.

Provide administrative guidance to subcontractors regarding applicable HUD, Section 3, M/W/SBE, Davis-Bacon Act, and related labor compliance requirements.

Assist in developing and distributing training materials and compliance resources for subcontractors.

Coordinate with project teams and subcontractors to address missing documentation, reporting discrepancies, and compliance-related questions.

Refer complex compliance matters or issues requiring interpretation or final determination to the Director of HR and Corporate Services or other designated management personnel.

General Compliance Administration

Assist in monitoring compliance deadlines and maintaining organized records for ongoing projects.

Ensure required U.S. labor law posters are ordered, displayed, updated, and maintained in accordance with applicable requirements.

Support internal compliance procedures and assist with identifying opportunities to improve documentation and reporting processes.

Perform additional compliance-related administrative duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Competencies

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and documentation requirements.

Strong administrative, recordkeeping, and data management skills.

Working knowledge of regulatory compliance processes and documentation requirements.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Ability to learn and navigate compliance management platforms, including LCPtracker, Elations, and B2Gnow.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies.

Ability to identify discrepancies, communicate concerns, and follow established procedures for resolution.

Professionalism, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.

Dependable, adaptable, and team-oriented, with a proactive approach and positive, "can-do" attitude.

Education and Training

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and professional experience.

Previous experience in construction administration, labor compliance, certified payroll, or government-funded projects preferred.

Reporting and Decision-Making Authority

The Labor Compliance Administrator reports directly to the Director of HR and Corporate Services.

This position provides administrative support, reviews documentation, coordinates compliance activities, and identifies potential compliance issues.

Final compliance determinations, approvals, exceptions, and significant regulatory matters must be reviewed and authorized by appropriate management personnel.

Additional Responsibilities

The responsibilities outlined above describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.