Onsite PWA Site Administrator (Randolph County, IL)

ProScore Technologies; Baldwin (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction compliance company is seeking an Onsite PWA Site Administrator in Baldwin, Illinois. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements on federally funded projects. Candidates must be knowledgeable in labor regulations, have strong analytical skills, and excel in communication and organization. Responsibilities include monitoring workforce classifications and conducting compliance audits. This is a detail-oriented position requiring the ability to work independently in a fast-paced field environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Davis-Bacon, IRA labor provisions, or state PWA requirements.
• Experience reviewing Certified Payroll Reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and compliance tracking systems.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with prevailing wage laws on construction projects.
• Verify worker classifications based on duties performed.
• Maintain daily onsite workforce logs by classification.
• Serve as the onsite point of contact for labor compliance.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Knowledge of Davis-Bacon and PWA requirements

Strong attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Ability to work independently

Tools

Compliance tracking systems

Job description

Position Overview

The Onsite PWA Site Administrator is responsible for ensuring full compliance with Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship (PWA) requirements on federally and/or state funded construction projects. This role provides hands‑on, onsite oversight of certified payroll, workforce classifications, apprenticeship ratios, and labor compliance documentation.

The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, knowledgeable in prevailing wage regulations, and comfortable working directly with subcontractors and project leadership in a fast‑paced construction environment.

Prevailing Wage & Compliance Oversight

• Ensure compliance with the Davis‑Bacon Act, IRA labor provisions, and/or applicable state prevailing wage laws.
• Verify proper worker classifications based on actual duties performed onsite.
• Monitor apprentice‑to‑journeyman ratios and confirm registered apprenticeship participation.
• Confirm required wage determinations and labor postings are displayed onsite.
• Conduct labor interviews/audits as required.

Workforce Tracking & Documentation

• Maintain daily onsite workforce logs by classification.
• Cross‑reference onsite labor with submitted payroll reports.
• Maintain organized compliance files including:
  • CPRs and Statements of Compliance
  • Apprenticeship agreements
  • Fringe benefit documentation
  • Correction and back wage records

Communication & Reporting

• Serve as the onsite point of contact for labor compliance matters.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, general contractors, and compliance leadership.
• Report on compliance risks and issues to project management.
• Support internal and external audits (Owner, GC, DOL, third‑party auditors).

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with onboarding new subcontractors for compliance readiness.
• Participate in project meetings to provide compliance updates.
• Utilize compliance tracking systems (e.g., ProScore, or similar platforms).

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Davis‑Bacon, IRA labor provisions, or state PWA requirements.
• Experience reviewing Certified Payroll Reports.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and compliance tracking systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a field‑based environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in large‑scale energy or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with apprenticeship standards and ratio monitoring.
• Audit or compliance background.