EEO (Prevailing Wage) Compliance Specialist

About the Company

For more than a century, Kraus-Anderson has been transforming the American landscape. Founded in 1897 and privately owned and managed by the Engelsma family for over 70 years, KA is consistently ranked by Engineering News Record among the top 50 general contractors in the United States. Our base of operations in Minnesota is supplemented with regional offices, extending our capabilities coast to coast. We take a highly collaborative approach to our work, partnering closely with owners, architects, and the entire planning team well before ground is broken to provide cost analyses, scheduling information, and value engineering services.

Core Purpose: Building enduring relationships and strong communities.

• Integrity – Do the right thing…always be respectful, honest and fair
• Commitment – Take ownership, work hard, and keep promises
• Teamwork – Collaborate to foster trust and success for all
• Value People – Support each other in a safe, positive environment where people are recognized and appreciated for their contributions

About the Role

Responsible for monitoring, coordinating, tracking, and reporting of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Prevailing Wage and Certified Payroll, and good faith outreach for KACC. This role handles all reporting and filing requirements related to Federal, State, and Local levels for EEO/AA and related compliance.

Responsibilities

Compliance Oversight & Execution

• Own the accurate and timely filing of all Federal, State, and Local required reporting and filings, including but not limited to: EEO-1, Federal and State AAP, City reporting and filings, Vets 4212, Equal Pay Certificates, etc.
• Work closely with the Legal team to ensure accuracy of filing and reporting, as well as ongoing monitoring for legislative/regulatory changes and new legislation.
• Review KACC project contracts for goaling, reporting, and other mandatory components for compliance and payment purposes.
• Establish project documentation for new construction initiatives ensuring compliance with EEO requirements, including Rider H-1, prevailing wage, WMBE vendor outreach, and related documentation.
• Communicate project-specific compliance requirements to subcontractors, focusing on EEO and prevailing wage standards.
• Oversee and manage compliance systems for certified payrolls and workforce utilization reporting; maintain relationships with system administrators.
• Review certified payrolls and coordinate with subcontractors on restitution required for non-compliance.
• Compile, review, and submit reports on certified payrolls, workforce utilization, DBE spend, TERO, and other compliance metrics.
• Collaborate with Project Accountants, Project Managers, labor unions, and government agencies to resolve compliance issues.

Subcontractor & Vendor Management

• Distribute, track, and follow up on subcontractor compliance documentation, addressing non-compliance issues as needed.
• Maintain project-specific compliance tracking schedules.
• Partner with construction teams to oversee and manage Diverse-owned Business Enterprise (DBE) spend reporting on assigned projects.

Business Development & Proposal Support

• Support Business Development and Marketing in RFP/RFI processes by providing diversity and inclusion expertise for proposals and project interviews.

Supplier Diversity & Outreach

• Lead KACC’s internal Supplier Diversity and Vendor Outreach Program; track and report progress monthly to project managers and senior leadership.
• Participate in local outreach initiatives to strengthen diverse talent pipelines for direct hires, trade positions (via subcontractors and affiliated unions), and DBE subcontractors.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent years of relevant work experience.
• A minimum of two years of EEO compliance experience.
• Demonstrated strong computer proficiency (MS Office 365– Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to use time productively.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Ability to possess and maintain an exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos, and to write correspondence as needed.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to read and comprehend routine financial statements.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of four years of experience in accounting, compliance, administration, or another related field.
• Experience in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of LCP Tracker, B2GNow, SmartCOMP, Elations, and other reporting systems.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay

Pay Range: $65,000 to $85,000 annually, plus discretionary incentive program. While the range listed represents the anticipated hiring range for this position, offers at the upper end of the range are uncommon. Pay is based on many factors including but not limited to education, skill, experience, training, certifications, and other business needs.

Benefits

KA offers full-time employees (30+ hours) a significant Total Rewards package including:

• Medical insurance Plan Options
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wellness Program
• Fitness Center (Minneapolis)
• KA University Training and Development
• 401(k) Plan
• Company-sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Company-sponsored Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Time Off including vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Workplace Flexibility
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Military Leave for Active Reserve Duty
• Free Parking

Along with our employer-sponsored plans, we also offer an array of Voluntary Benefits and other perks.