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Franklin Energy · 6 days ago

Human Resources - Labor Compliance Specialist

Carlsbad, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Franklin Energy is committed to shaping the future of clean energy through innovative solutions and partnerships. The Labor Compliance Specialist will ensure adherence to state and federal labor compliance requirements for public works and Davis-Bacon Act projects, managing certified payroll reporting and compliance across multiple platforms.

EnergyRenewable Energy

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and submit accurate Certified Payroll Reports (CPRs) via DIR eCPR, LCPtracker, Surge, Elation, and agency-specific platforms

Review contractor and subcontractor reporting requirements and procedures to ensure compliance with all federal, state and local laws governing prevailing wage

Ongoing review of wage compliance and requirements in all stages of a contract’s lifecycle

Collect, maintain, and organize documentation for CPRs, STW certifications, apprenticeship records, and related compliance reporting for EGP and all subcontractors along with sub-tiers

Monitor and verify Skilled and Trained Workforce (STW) requirements, including journeyperson certification tracking and workforce hour documentation

Submit and track apprentice dispatch requests, training contributions, and ratios per California Labor Code and project-specific apprenticeship mandates

Validate subcontractors have an approved apprenticeship program with certified apprentices registered to the program

Perform regular internal audits of payroll records and subcontractor submissions for wage rate accuracy, worker classification, and compliance documentation

Accurately report certified payroll to ensure we are complying with local, state and federal laws including non-preforming weeks

Conduct subcontractor audits of submitted documents for accuracy and compliance

Verify resubmission of restitution documents requiring subcontractors to pay restitution for underpayment of wages

Provide regular compliance updates and reports to leadership, summarizing CPR status, apprenticeship utilization, and STW metrics

Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, and clients to ensure timely submission and accuracy of labor compliance data

Onboard subcontractors by providing guidance on CPR, apprenticeship, and STW requirements; offer training on systems such as DIR eCPR, LCPtracker, and Surge

Serve as the primary contact for government agencies, prime contractors, and auditors regarding compliance matters, audits, or inspections

Manage work site preforming weeks using LCP Tracker and internal project tracking spreadsheet to ensure all subcontractors are reporting according

Advises HR leadership on a broad range of HR-related federal and state regulatory and compliance matters, including advising new developments in compliance, identifying areas of risk, and making suggestions for improvement

Process payroll, bonuses, fringe benefits, and compensation items as they relate to compliance

Update and maintain proper employee wages, personal and payroll information in our HRIS systems and compliance portals

Qualification

Labor complianceCertified Payroll ReportsLCPtrackerDavis-Bacon ActApprenticeship complianceSkilledTrained WorkforcePrevailing wage lawsDIR eCPRSurgeElationPRISMBilingual (Spanish-English)Attention to detailTime managementProblem-solvingOrganizational skills

Required

Associate degree or equivalent education required

3–5 years of experience in labor compliance for California public works and/or Davis-Bacon projects

In-depth knowledge of prevailing wage laws, DAS 140/142, apprenticeship standards, and STW mandates

Proficient in platforms such as LCPtracker, DIR eCPR, Surge, Elation, PRISM, and OCIP systems at an administrative level

Attention to detail, strong time management, problem-solving and organizational skills required

Ability to take initiative, set priorities and see projects through to completion

Reliable transportation

Valid driver's license

Willingness to travel up to 5%

Preferred

Bachelor's degree with emphasis in Human Resources preferred

Bilingual (Spanish-English) preferred

Committed to diversity and inclusion

Company

Franklin Energy

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Franklin Energy delivers end-to-end sustainability solutions through a portfolio of intelligent products and services that lower energy costs, reduce carbon and waste, and grow stronger communities and local economies.

Founded in 1994

Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA

1001-5000 employees