Senior Prevailing Wage Compliance Specialist

Paladin Technologies; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Paladin Technologies seeks a Compliance Manager for overseeing wage compliance on public works and government-funded projects. The ideal candidate will manage compliance programs, prepare payroll reports, and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local wage laws. Join a premier systems integrator to embrace a rewarding career in a leading firm dedicated to quality solutions.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off and sick leave

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Telemedicine and virtual counseling

Voluntary insurances available

7 paid holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in prevailing wage compliance within the construction industry.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, with at least 3 years of demonstration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company's prevailing wage compliance program across all projects and jurisdictions.
• Prepare, audit, and submit Certified Payroll Reports for compliance.
• Develop and deliver training programs on prevailing wage standards.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Compliance Auditing

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, HR, or related field

Tools

Certified payroll software

Microsoft Office Suite

LCPtracker

Job description

This position will oversee company-wide compliance with prevailing wage requirements on public works and government-funded construction projects. This role is responsible for developing policies, coordinating with consultants, ensuring accurate certified payroll reporting, and serving as the subject matter expert on federal, state, and local wage laws-including Davis-Bacon and state-specific regulations. The ideal candidate brings deep regulatory knowledge, leadership experience, and operational awareness of construction prevailing wage and payroll practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Lead the company's prevailing wage compliance program across all projects and jurisdictions.
• Supervise and coordinate with third-party vendors.
• Prepare, audit, and submit Certified Payroll Reports (CPRs) for accuracy and regulatory compliance with federal and state specific laws.
• Interpret and apply wage determinations, fringe benefit requirements, and job classifications.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal (Davis-Bacon) and multi-state prevailing wage laws.
• Interface with project teams, subcontractors, auditors, and government agencies.
• Develop and deliver training programs for staff and subcontractors on prevailing wage standards.
• Respond to and manage wage audits, complaints, and corrective actions.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance, including document collection and reporting.
• Analyze compliance risks and implement continuous process improvements.
• Collaborate with payroll, HR, and project management teams to integrate compliance into project workflows.
• Identify and document areas of non-compliance or risk exposure across active jobsites and subcontractor submissions.
• Recommend and implement corrective actions to address discrepancies, including wage adjustments, resubmission of certified payrolls, and process improvements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support departmental goals, operational continuity, or special projects.
• Provide backup support to the payroll team during peak periods, staff absences, or as operationally required.
• Assist with processing full-cycle payroll and review of prevailing wage compliance.
• Help ensure payroll accuracy by verifying proper job classifications, fringe benefit allocations, and wage rates.
• Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to resolve payroll discrepancies and support audit readiness.
• Staying current on policy updates and ensuring company-wide compliance

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES :

• In-depth knowledge of Davis-Bacon Act, state prevailing wage laws, and certified payroll requirements.
• Proficient with certified payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency with certified payroll systems such as LCPtracker, eMars, Elations, or similar platforms
• Strong understanding of payroll processing and labor classifications, especially in multi-state environments
• Experience supporting or managing compliance audits or agency investigations.
• Ability to interpret and apply wage determinations, labor classifications, and fringe benefit requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• 5+ years of experience in prevailing wage compliance within the construction industry.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, as demonstrated by a minimum of 3 years of experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, HR, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of integrity and accountability.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, highly driven and self-motivated.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to solve practical and complex problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions in a fashion that supports our culture of teamwork.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, activities, and tasks simultaneously.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Must be able to communicate effectively, (i.e., see, hear, speak, and write clearly) in order to communicate with colleagues and / or customers; manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, lifting of light office objects, and operating office equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS : In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted, and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate.

Salary Range : $90,000 - $120,000 (DOE)

BENEFITS : Colleagues and their families are covered by medical, dental, vision, company provided basic life insurance and AD&D and short-term disability, telemedicine & virtual counseling. Voluntary insurances offered include life insurance and AD&D, short-term disability (buy-up option), long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance, and HSA & FSA accounts. Colleagues may also enroll in the company's 401(k) plan. Colleagues will also receive PTO (paid time off), sick leave, and 7 paid holidays.

Company Info :

Paladin Technologies is a premier North American complex systems integrator for building technology solutions, including IP security, alarms & monitoring, audio visual, low-voltage infrastructure, and networking. As a leader in the design, deployment, optimization, management, and maintenance of communication and digital networks, Paladin can meet the needs of clients on a national scale, while providing local support. Our team is the best in the industry, with manufacturer trained technicians, PMP-certified project managers, CTS- and RCDD-certified design engineers, coordinators, and administrative resources.

Paladin has offices coast to coast across the United Stated and Canada, and nearly 1,600 talented and committed professionals dedicated to custom-crafting and installing technology solutions for clients requiring Integrated Security, Network Infrastructure, Audio Visual, Fiber Optics / OSP, Structured Cabling, and more. We are always at the forefront of the changing technology landscape, and through continued training, complex client projects, and company support, we provide our colleagues with exciting challenges and a rewarding career as Paladin continues to grow.

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status . Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability & veterans, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an email or call 1-855-296-3199 to speak with Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request.

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