Prevailing Wage Program Administrator

Vertage; Detroit (MI); Ibrido; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Vertage Inc. is seeking a Prevailing Wage Program Administrator to oversee compliance with federal, state, and local wage laws for DTE projects. You will manage wage determinations, review certified payrolls, and lead audits while coordinating with contractors, regulators, and internal teams.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of labor compliance, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to fair labor standards. Office-based with potential travel, hybrid work is possible.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in public admin/HR/business or related field (or equivalent).
• 3+ years of experience in labor compliance, payroll, and/or contract management.
• Public works or government contracting experience preferred.
• Experience with organized labor agreements; union labor and fringe benefits.

Mansioni

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

Conoscenze

In-depth knowledge of prevailing wage

Analytical and problem-solving

Communication and interpersonal

Microsoft Office Suite / payroll tools

Multitasking and deadline focus

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, HR, Business, or related field

MBA or Master’s degree

Strumenti

LCPtracker

Elation Systems

Payroll/compliance software

Descrizione del lavoro

The Prevailing Wage Program Administrator is responsible for overseeing and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage laws and regulations. This role involves managing wage determinations, reviewing certified payrolls, conducting audits, and serving as a liaison between contractors, government agencies, and internal departments. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of labor compliance, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to upholding fair labor standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor prevailing wage compliance for DTE Managed projects that fall under the 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.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors 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.

Skills & Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of prevailing wage laws and labor compliance regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and payroll/compliance software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA; Master of Business Administration or other Masters level degree.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar certification.
• Experience with LCPtracker, Elation Systems, or similar compliance platforms.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with occasional site visits or travel.
• 3 days in office and 2 days working from home/remote. Tue/Wed/Thurs in office.
• May require extended hours if urgent need exists during peak reporting periods or audits.