MWH · 21 hours ago
Federal Compliance Officer
Plaistow, NH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$175K/yr - $200K/yr
7+ years expMWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US, committed to building a better world. They are seeking an experienced Federal Compliance Officer to ensure regulatory integrity across federal contracting and construction execution.
ConstructionEnergyIndustrial EngineeringWater
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain compliance programs, policies, and procedures in accordance with applicable federal regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
Serve as the primary point of contact for all contract compliance matters, ensuring that all company divisions and project teams adhere to specific contract clauses and federal requirements
Prepare for, manage, and coordinate responses to audits by government agencies, including the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), and the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP)
Oversee the implementation and monitoring of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements for protecting FUI (Federal Contract Information) and CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information)
Ensure strict adherence to the Buy American Act and associated trade agreements, validating sourcing documentation for all materials used in federal projects
Proactively identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develop and deliver targeted compliance training to employees and management on topics including the False Claims Act and ethical conduct
Lead the development and revision of internal policies to address changes in federal laws and regulations, ensuring the company remains current with all OFCCP requirements related to EEO and affirmative action obligations
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 7-10 years of experience managing compliance within a federal contracting environment, preferably in construction or a related industry
In-depth understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
Demonstrated experience with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework and NIST 800-171 requirements
Strong knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and experience with DCAA audit procedures and requirements
Familiarity with the Buy American Act and the False Claims Act
Experience navigating OFCCP requirements and compliance audits
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, actionable business processes
Must be familiar with construction, the change order process, and claims for equitable adjustment
Bachelor's degree in business administration, Law, Accounting, or a related field
Must be a U.S. Citizen and potentially eligible for a security clearance (if required by specific contracts)
Preferred
A master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CCCM, CFCM, CPA) is highly desirable
Benefits
Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
Paid Sick and Safe Leave
Paid Parental Leave Program
10 Paid Holidays
401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%)
Employee Referral Program
Company
MWH
As a leading U.S.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-11-06Acquired
Leadership Team
Blair M. Lavoie
President, MWH Constructors
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