HORNE · 1 day ago
DBRA Compliance Specialist - Government Services
Greater Tampa Bay Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expHORNE is a professional services firm that focuses on providing innovative solutions in government services. The DBRA Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal prevailing wage requirements and providing guidance and training to contractors and project teams on labor standards and compliance requirements.
AccountingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Review contracts, subcontracts, and wage determinations to ensure adherence to DBRA and related federal labor standards including Section 3
Monitor certified payrolls and conduct labor interviews to verify compliance with prevailing wage and fringe benefit requirements
Investigate and resolve discrepancies or complaints related to wage and hour compliance
Maintain accurate compliance records, audit files, and documentation for federal/state review
Prepare compliance reports and summaries for internal leadership, contracting agencies, and funding entities
Assist in responding to Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Department of Labor (DOL), client auditors or funding agency monitorings, audits and investigations
Ensure that HORNE reporting systems and project management tools are updated to reflect accurate and timely records of DBRA compliance
Provide technical assistance and training to contractors, subcontractors, and internal staff regarding DBRA requirements, recordkeeping, and reporting
Provide training and overview of Section 3 requirements
Develop compliance tools, checklists, and guidance documents to support field staff and project partners
Serve as subject matter expert on DBRA and related wage laws, advising project leadership on compliance risks and strategies
Coordinate with procurement, HR, legal, and finance teams to ensure accurate application of wage rates, fringe benefits, and classifications
Participate in pre-construction and project kickoff meetings to communicate compliance obligations
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of experience in federal contract compliance, labor standards enforcement, construction compliance, or related field
Direct experience with Davis-Bacon Act, Service Contract Act, or other prevailing wage requirements strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of federal labor standards, wage classifications, and compliance reporting
Ability to analyze payroll records, contracts, and wage determinations
Excellent communication and training skills for engaging contractors, client representatives and staff
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Must be authorized to work in United States and able to submit required supporting documentation
Preferred
A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, Labor Relations, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Basic Spanish proficiency is desirable
Benefits
Multiple wellness programs
Company
HORNE
HORNE is a decidedly different CPA and business advisory firm that is changing expectations about accounting.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bryan McDonald
Partner
Buck Coats
Partner
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