Gridworks · 5 days ago
IRA Compliance Specialist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expGridworks is a leading EPC contractor specializing in utility-scale solar and renewable energy projects. They are seeking a detail-oriented IRA Compliance Specialist to support project-level compliance with the Inflation Reduction Act’s labor standards, ensuring prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements are met across various renewable energy projects.
EnergyEnergy StorageIndustrial EngineeringRenewable EnergySolar
Responsibilities
Collect and verify subcontractor data on workforce participation, hours worked, and labor classifications across assigned projects
Monitor wage determinations and verify that all covered workers are paid at or above the required prevailing wage rates
Track project-specific compliance with IRA apprenticeship requirements, including percentage thresholds and journeyman-to-apprentice ratios
Support the implementation of standardized compliance documentation and protocols across project teams and subcontractors
Maintain up-to-date compliance logs and audit-ready documentation for each project
Generate internal and client-facing compliance reports as required, using Excel and compliance platforms
Assist with internal audits and respond to external data requests by reviewing subcontractor submissions for completeness and accuracy
Support system integration between compliance tracking, payroll, and project management software to improve data accuracy and workflow efficiency
Communicate regularly with subcontractors to obtain missing or updated compliance documentation
Provide guidance to subcontractors on IRA compliance expectations and documentation formats
Coordinate with Gridworks’ project managers, finance team, and legal/compliance departments to ensure consistent data flow and risk mitigation across all assigned projects
Contribute to the continuous improvement of compliance tracking tools and reporting processes
Assist with testing and onboarding of new compliance or reporting tools (e.g., PowerBI dashboards, payroll software interfaces)
Support training efforts to improve subcontractor awareness of prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements
Qualification
Required
2-4 years of experience in a compliance, payroll, project coordination, or related role—ideally in the construction, engineering, or renewable energy sectors
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Power Query, pivot tables, formulas, charts)
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing large datasets across multiple projects
Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to engage with subcontractors and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely data collection
Ability to manage competing deadlines and maintain a high degree of accuracy under pressure
Preferred
Working knowledge of payroll systems, prevailing wage standards, or certified payroll practices strongly preferred
Experience with PowerBI or other business intelligence tools is a plus
Familiarity with construction management platforms such as Procore is beneficial
Company
Gridworks
Gridworks offers solar engineering, energy storage EPC, operations and maintenance services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mariam Bruce, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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