Grant Consultant

Manifest Solutions is currently seeking a Grant Consultant for a remote position.

• Lead all aspects of compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act for federally funded projects under both grants and federal loan programs.
• Obtain and track all required variances and variance extensions to ensure continued compliance with DBA timelines and requirements.
• Coordinate directly with DOE and DOL representatives as needed to resolve compliance or variance-related matters.
  
• Monitor federal and state regulations related to DBA and prevailing wage, stay current on changes and requirements, and update company policies and processes to ensure company compliance.
  
• Partner with Grant Compliance Team Member to ensure all contractor agreements for craft labor services include the required DBA flowdown provisions and contract amendments.
• Provide guidance and support during contract drafting and negotiation to confirm all prevailing wage and certified payroll obligations are incorporated.
• Ensure all contractors supporting grant-funded projects submit accurate and timely certified weekly payroll data through LCPTracker.
• Serve as primary liaison with LCPTracker administrators and contractor users to resolve data issues, errors, or deficiencies.
• For federal loan-funded projects, lead the selection and implementation of DBA management system, ensuring it supports seamless certified payroll submission, error resolution, and reporting.
• Ensure all contractors supporting loan-funded projects submit accurate and timely certified weekly payroll data through a to be selected DBA management software tool.
  
• Review all submissions for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness, coordinating corrections as needed.
  
• Coordinate the collection and submission of biweekly certified payroll and prevailing wage documentation for internal craft employees working on federally funded projects.
• Ensure all submissions are made in accordance with federal requirements and are error-free.
  
• Manage communications to confirm that each craft employee—and relevant collective bargaining units—are notified of the approved biweekly pay variance granted by federal agencies.
  
• Track and manage all DBA variance requirement and ensuring timely execution and renewal where necessary.
  
• Maintain proactive communication with DOE and DOL to meet compliance expectations and deadlines.
  
• Prepare and deliver periodic compliance summaries and reports for internal leadership and federal stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Human Resources, Labor Relations, Political Science, Finance, Accounting or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 7 years of experience in federal labor compliance, contract management, or grant administration.
  
• Working knowledge of the Davis-Bacon Act, prevailing wage laws, and federal procurement processes.
  
• Strong attention to detail with proven ability to interpret and apply complex federal labor standards.
  
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with internal teams and external partners.
• Proficiency with LCPTracker or similar certified payroll management systems.

Preferred:

• Experience supporting DOE or other federal infrastructure grants or loans.
• Familiarity with unionized craft labor environments.
• Demonstrated success implementing new compliance management systems or tools.