Prevailing Wage Compliance Lead

Saicon; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Saicon in Detroit, MI is seeking a Prevailing Wage Program Administrator to oversee compliance with federal, state, and local wage laws. You will manage wage determinations, review certified payrolls, and coordinate with contractors, government agencies, and internal teams.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in public admin, HR, or business, 3+ years in labor compliance or payroll, and experience with public works or government contracting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in labor compliance, payroll administration, and/or contract management.
• Experience with public works or government contracting preferred.
• Experience in contract management that include Organized Labor Agreements; union labor; and fringe benefits.

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor prevailing wage compliance for managed projects under PWA and Davis-Bacon Act requirements.
• Interpret and apply Davis-Bacon Act, Service Contract Act, and state/local prevailing wage laws.
• Review and verify certified payroll reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct internal and external audits of payroll records and labor classifications.
• Provide training and guidance to contractors, subcontractors, and internal staff on prevailing wage requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits and reporting purposes.
• Investigate and resolve wage complaints or discrepancies.
• Coordinate with legal counsel and regulatory agencies as needed.
• Prepare and submit required reports to funding agencies and oversight bodies.
• Stay current on changes in labor laws and wage determinations.

Skills

Prevailing wage knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Payroll software

Project/mMultiple projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration / HR / Business

MBA (preferred)

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar

Tools

LCPtracker

Elation Systems

Job description

Saicon in Detroit, MI is seeking a Prevailing Wage Program Administrator to oversee compliance with federal, state, and local wage laws. You will manage wage determinations, review certified payrolls, and coordinate with contractors, government agencies, and internal teams.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in public admin, HR, or business, 3+ years in labor compliance or payroll, and experience with public works or government contracting.