Prevailing Wage Compliance Manager

Company Description

Arch Electric, based in Plymouth, WI, is a full-service solar contractor dedicated to harnessing clean and sustainable energy for Wisconsin residents and businesses. With a focus on customer experience, the company specializes in custom-designed solar systems using the latest technology. Backed by a team of licensed and NABCEP-certified professionals with over 100 years of combined experience, Arch Solar emphasizes ethical practices and is committed to reducing reliance on foreign energy sources. As trusted experts in the field of solar energy, Arch Electric is pioneering a cleaner and quieter energy future.

Summary of position:

The Prevailing Wage Compliance Manager provides independent oversight and audit of labor compliance across all projects, with a primary focus on prevailing wage requirements and certified payroll accuracy.

This role partners closely with Payroll, HR, Finance, and Operations to ensure certified payroll processes, subcontractor compliance, and wage determinations are executed accurately and consistently in accordance with applicable regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act and related state mandates.

The position is responsible for establishing strong compliance controls, performing detailed weekly reviews, and ensuring the organization remains audit-ready as the business continues to scale.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Certified Payroll Review & Audit

- Review and validate weekly certified payroll submissions for completeness, accuracy, and compliance

- Perform detailed audits of payroll data, classifications, fringe calculations, and supporting documentation

- Identify discrepancies and coordinate timely resolution with Payroll and HR

- Maintain a structured audit trail of reviews, findings, and corrective actions

Subcontractor Compliance Oversight

- Audit subcontractor certified payroll submissions against contractual and regulatory requirements

- Establish standardized compliance checklists and documentation requirements

- Monitor subcontractor adherence and flag non-compliance risks

- Partner with internal teams to ensure issues are resolved efficiently

Prevailing Wage & Regulatory Management

- Maintain and update prevailing wage determinations across jurisdictions and projects

- Ensure alignment between wage tables and payroll application

- Interpret regulatory requirements and provide guidance to internal stakeholders

- Monitor changes in federal, state, and local labor compliance requirements

Audit & External Interface

- Support external audits, agency reviews, and compliance inquiries

- Prepare and provide documentation, reconciliations, and analysis

- Ensure all payroll and compliance records are audit-ready

Risk Identification & Controls

- Identify systemic compliance risks and recurring issues

- Develop and implement internal controls and standardized review processes

- Track and report on compliance status, findings, and remediation efforts

- Escalate material risks with clear, actionable recommendations

Cross-Functional Partnership

- Collaborate with Payroll and HR to ensure consistent and accurate application of compliance requirements

- Partner with Finance to align compliance with cost tracking and reporting

- Support training and communication of compliance expectations across the organization

Knowledge and Skill Requirements 

Required

- 5–10 years of experience in labor compliance, certified payroll auditing, or related roles within construction, EPC, or infrastructure

- Strong working knowledge of prevailing wage regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act

- Hands-on experience reviewing or auditing certified payroll

- Experience working with subcontractor-heavy project environments

- High attention to detail with the ability to analyze complex data sets and documentation

- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Preferred

- Experience in solar, renewable energy, or construction EPC environments

- Familiarity with IRA-related labor requirements

- Experience supporting audits or regulatory reviews

- Exposure to compliance or payroll systems (e.g., LCPtracker, eMars, or similar)

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an 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.

- Long periods of focused computer work

- Minimal physical activity but sustained mental effort

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

- Consistent routines with deadline-driven responsibilities

- A structured, detail-oriented environment

Benefits:

• Retirement plan

• Health benefits

• Flexible schedule

• Opportunity for advancement