Labor Compliance Specialist II

Pay

Compensation Range: $72,000.00 - $78,000.00 Annual Salary

Responsibilities

• Perform all essential Labor Compliance Specialist I responsibilities.
• Manage labor compliance activities on assigned projects across any market, including identifying labor compliance requirements and project setup.
• Review all public contracts (and private projects with specific requirements) for labor requirements such as certified payroll, skilled labor, local hire, diversity, and other labor‑related obligations.
• Work with project teams and departments to develop and implement plans to monitor, report, and ensure proper submissions to agencies.
• Communicate specific labor compliance requirements to subcontractors/vendors, obtain necessary documents, and monitor documentation to release payment.
• Monitor and audit certified payroll for internal self‑perform and external subcontractors.
• Perform audits on projects, communicate issues or non‑compliant items to appropriate parties, and assist in resolution.
• Develop risk assessments on compliance programs and escalate issues to senior labor compliance team members.
• Participate in third‑party and government reviews, audits, and inquiries; compile required information and coordinate with appropriate departments.
• Identify and resolve grievances, escalating complex matters as needed.
• Handle third‑party audits and submit findings to agencies, clients, or other requestors.
• Review and verify payroll records, benefit statements, employer training contributions, apprenticeship paperwork, and other documents for compliance.
• Use LCP Tracker and other compliance software to review and approve certified payroll and related documents.
• Travel to job sites for pre‑construction meetings, training/education, and related activities.
• Create and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, contractors, agencies, and client representatives.
• Facilitate internal communication between operations and relevant departments on labor compliance matters.
• Conduct training for teams, division stakeholders, program employees, and contractors as needed.
• Monitor and stay abreast of applicable laws and regulations affecting Swinerton’s policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of federal reporting requirements for Swinerton projects and complete associated reports timely.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of labor compliance experience in the construction industry.
• Bachelor of Arts/Science degree in business or related field desired, or equivalent working experience.
• Minimum of 3 years experience working with Public Works Labor Compliance Programs and/or Project Labor Agreements.
• Significant understanding of relevant labor codes and laws.
• Demonstrated knowledge of employment practices in construction and strong working knowledge of state labor regulations.
• Extensive experience with prevailing wage enforcement, data analysis, risk assessment, and auditing.
• Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge and experience with LCP Tracker, OCPS, Elations, ecomply, DIR eCPR, or other agency portals preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including business writing.
• Ability to work independently, accurately, strategically, and resourcefully, while knowing when to inform, verify, collaborate, and escalate.
• Experience implementing procedures and coordinating with internal and external departments.
• Ability to operate in a dynamic environment across the Swinerton organization, providing compliance guidance to various teams and senior management.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) and individual stock ownership
• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement leave
• Employee assistance program
• Pre‑tax flexible spending accounts
• Basic term life insurance and AD&D
• Business travel accident insurance
• Short and long term disability
• Financial wellness coaching
• Educational assistance
• Care.com membership
• ClassPass fitness membership
• DashPass delivery membership
• Voluntary benefits: additional term life insurance, long‑term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other options

Application deadline: October 30, 2026.