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Apex Companies · 5 months ago

SWIMS - Prevailing Wage & Certified Payroll Specialist

Brentwood, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$25/hr - $30/hr

3+ years exp

Apex Companies is a rapidly growing consulting and engineering firm recognized for its exceptional service in the AEC industry. The Prevailing Wage & Certified Payroll Specialist will manage compliance with prevailing wage laws and maintain strong client relationships, requiring excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

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Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and Local labor laws, including prevailing wage requirements, certified payroll, and fringe benefit compliance per the DIR and Davis-Bacon

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including certified payroll records, and other required documentation. Submit all weekly & monthly reports to the appropriate agencies

Interpret prevailing wage requirements to provide guidance and assistance to payroll, project managers and project billers. Keep up with changes in labor laws, regulations, and prevailing wage requirements

Research and determine the applicable prevailing wage and fringe rates for specific job classifications and geographical areas. Monitor increases and changes throughout the year for each trade and area

Audit Apprentice hours to comply with the required ratio per trade

Assist with external audits and investigations as necessary and work with various agencies to resolve labor compliance issues and prevailing wage discrepancies

Develop and implement best practices, policies, and procedures

Assist with contract review and serve as backup personnel for Payroll Coordinator

Coordinate with subcontractors and sub-tiers certified payroll reports

Perform other duties and/or complete other projects assigned by senior leadership team

Qualification

Certified payroll experiencePrevailing wage complianceMicrosoft ExcelFoundation ERP softwareAnalytical skillsConstruction industry experienceOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

3+ years of certified payroll & prevailing wage experience

Experience using Microsoft Excel and other MS Office programs

Exceptional organizational and time-management skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Sound analytical and critical thinking skills

Strong understanding of payroll processes and requirements