At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 20 rankings in ENR. With over 50 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!

Our firm is currently looking for a Labor Compliance Analyst to support a large educational facility construction program. The Education team is a prime consultant to the largest school districts in the country and provides services to K-12 as well as higher education institutions nationally. You will monitor, audit and enforce the client's Labor Compliance Program. Additionally, the analyst performs LCP field interviews and coordinates with contractors/subcontractors on all projects to ensure compliance with California Labor Code, California Code of Regulations, client’s Labor Compliance Program, Federal Davis-Bacon Act (when applicable), and all other applicable regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Work with appropriate staff identifying applicability of state/federal prevailing wage requirements as well as providing state and federal prevailing wage rates for inclusion in contract solicitation documents.

Prepare and present labor compliance requirements at pre-bid and pre-construction meetings for contracts subject to the payment of prevailing wages.

Respond to prevailing wage questions/concerns/matters that may arise from contractors and construction workers.

Facilitate the proper reporting of prevailing wages, fringe benefits, apprentice utilization, and resolution of employee wage violations.

Collect and review weekly Certified Payroll Reports (CPRs) and supporting payroll records (statements of compliance, fringe benefit statements, payroll deductions, apprentice registration, etc.) submitted by prime and subcontractors on a monthly basis.

Communicate with contractors to resolve discrepancies/inadequacies relative to CPR submittals.

Conduct investigations on alleged contractor violations uncovered from CPR reviews, site visits, worker complaints, etc.

Audit contractor documents when applicable; determine the forfeiture amounts for violations.

Notify affected contractor of audit, conduct pre meeting with contractor.

Prepare the Withholding of Contract Payments; participate in settlement meetings/hearings.

Maintain complete and updated electronic and/or hardcopy contract files, as appropriate, containing all relevant labor compliance information.

Respond to requests regarding payroll related/labor compliance documents.

Track changes and updates to state and federal labor compliance and prevailing wage regulations and standards; with the assistance of the Labor Compliance Officer (LCO) apply changes/updates to the labor compliance procedures and practices accordingly.

Assist the Labor Compliance Officer with the development of labor compliance policies, procedures, form templates, and instructional/operations manuals.

Conduct job site visits and interview workers. Investigate complaints and issues, and report activities. 

Ensure the wages and Labor Compliance postings are posted and visible.

Attend meetings at the project site as needed, including pre bid meetings, pre-construction meetings and progress meetings.

Maintain files of working documents, including project interview and resolution paperwork.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

Must have a clear understanding of construction practices, state and federal labor laws, and the ability to interpret and apply the applicable labor law regulations in accordance with the DIR and the client's standards.

Experience in Labor Compliance and LCPT Tracker.

Bilingual - Spanish speaking highly preferred.

Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documents.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Possess valid California driver’s license and able to travel.

Proficient in MS Office (MS Excel and MS Word).

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree from a recognized college or university. Additional qualifying experience in excess to the minimum stated below may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in public works construction.

Experience in Labor Compliance and LCPT Tracker.

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