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Swinerton

Labor Compliance Specialist II

full-time•New York, Fairfield, Concord, Raleigh, Boise•$72k - $78k

Summary

Location

New York, Fairfield, Concord, Raleigh, Boise

Salary

$72k - $78k

Type

full-time

Experience

5-10 years

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About this role

Compensation Range:

$72,000.00 - $78,000.00 Annual Salary

Job Description Summary:

Provides overall labor compliance support to ensure construction projects comply with labor laws, prevailing wage requirements, and project-specific labor requirements across all markets. Serves as an escalation point on complex matters and supports with educating on labor compliance processes and procedures.

Job Description:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

  • Able to perform all essential Labor Compliance Specialist I responsibilities.
  • Responsible for labor compliance activities on assigned projects across any market including identifying labor compliance requirements and project set up.
  • Review all public contracts (and any private projects that have specific requirements) for labor requirements (certified payroll, skilled labor, local hire, diversity, and other labor related requirements). Work with project teams and departments to develop and implement a plan 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 and communicate issues or non-compliant items to appropriate parties to resolve. 
  • Develop risk assessments on Compliance Programs and escalate issues to senior labor compliance team members to assist with identifying appropriate solutions.
  • Participate in third party / Government reviews, audits and inquiries. Compile necessary information/documents and work with appropriate departments and senior labor compliance staff to address issues. 
  • Identify and resolve grievances – escalate complex matters to appropriate party.
  • Competently handle audits by third parties and submit to agencies, clients, or other requestors.
  • Review and verify payroll records, benefit statements, employer training contributions, apprenticeship paperwork, and other relevant documents to determine compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
  • Use LCP Tracker and other compliance software to review and approve certified payroll and payroll documents.
  • Travel to job sites for pre-construction meetings, training/education, and relevant activities, as necessary.
  • Create and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and contractors. Develop relationships with agencies and client representatives to establish ongoing communication and partnership.
  • Facilitates internal communication between operations and relevant departments on labor compliance matters.
  • Conducts training for teams and/or division stakeholders, program employees, and contractors as needed.
  • Monitor and stay abreast of applicable laws and regulations that might affect the Swinerton’s policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and application with federal reporting requirements for Swinerton projects (when applicable) and complete the associated reports in a timely manner.
  • Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

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

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:

This role is eligible for the following benefits:  medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, 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, and DashPass delivery membership.  Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.

Anticipated Job Application Deadline:

02/13/2026

What you'll do

  • This role provides comprehensive labor compliance support for construction projects, ensuring adherence to labor laws, prevailing wage requirements, and project-specific mandates across all markets. Responsibilities include reviewing contracts, developing monitoring plans, communicating requirements to subcontractors, and performing detailed certified payroll audits.

About Swinerton

Swinerton provides commercial construction and construction management services throughout the United States and is a 100% employee-owned company. Recognized nationally since 1888, Swinerton is the preferred builder and trusted partner in every market it serves—proudly leading with integrity, passion, and excellence. We are committed to the safety and security of everyone interested in our company–including those who visit us online. Please note that Swinerton will only invite you to submit work history and personal information related to employment through our career portal WorkDay (which requires the set-up of a login) and communication will only come from individuals with an email address ending in @swinerton.com. If you receive fraudulent communication please inform us by emailing [email protected].

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Swinerton offers a competitive compensation package for the Labor Compliance Specialist II role. The salary range is USD 72k - 78k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

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As a Labor Compliance Specialist II at Swinerton, you will: this role provides comprehensive labor compliance support for construction projects, ensuring adherence to labor laws, prevailing wage requirements, and project-specific mandates across all markets. Responsibilities include reviewing contracts, developing monitoring plans, communicating requirements to subcontractors, and performing detailed certified payroll audits..

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The Labor Compliance Specialist II position at Swinerton is based in New York, United States and Fairfield, California, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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