Prevailing Wage Specialist
Job Description
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
First priority: Understand Prevailing Wage Process and Labor Compliance Reporting including responsiveness to client audits on these topics.
Autonomously provide overall support to ensure labor compliance is meeting all contract and statutory requirements. Duties include but are not limited to:
- Monitor and Maintain Certified Payroll Reporting for public works projects.
- Review and verify payroll records, benefit statements, employer training contributions, and apprenticeship paperwork to determine compliance with applicable rules and regulations utilizing LCP Tracker
- Issue requests for missing and revised documentation. Correspond with the subcontractor's staff to ensure compliance.
- Complete audits, and calculate underpayments, fines, and penalties if applicable. Audits are then forwarded to the Department Manager for review.
- Work with LCP Tracker software to review and approve certified payroll and payroll documents.
- Composes letters requesting payments and follow up with non-compliant subcontractors.
- Establish files reflecting all appropriate documentation.
- Ensures subcontractors are appropriately registered with the DIR.
- Ensures sub-consultant payments are applied toward DBE contractual goals.
- Ensures all files are stored in appropriate project file.
- Have proficient knowledge of project accounting and project invoicing - must be able to perform these duties autonomously.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Experience supervising other financial professionals beneficial
- Associate degree in a closely related field or combination of education and relevant experience
- A minimum of 5 years of experience; an advanced degree may offset years of experience
- Familiar with Earned Value Management
- Excellent verbal and written communication including grammar, punctuation, proofreading, spelling and telephone skills
- Flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and collaborate with various managers in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated, well-organized and detail-oriented
- Ability to handle confidential information
- Proficiency with MS Office including Word and Outlook
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.
CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.
At HDR, health and safety matters.
For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.
If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.
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