Prevailing Wage & Labor Compliance Specialist

Prevailing Wage Compliance Specialist - Washington State The Prevailing Wage Specialist is responsible for administering and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage requirements for public works and government-funded projects. This role manages all aspects of prevailing wage documentation, reporting, and coordination with internal teams, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure accurate and timely compliance. What You'll Do Responsibilities Prepare and file prevailing wage Intents and Affidavits in accordance with Washington State L&I and Davis-Bacon requirements. Submit and manage certified payroll reporting across all required compliance platforms. Maintain and track wage determinations, Davis-Bacon wage determination sheets, and Form 1413 filings. Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure ongoing compliance with prevailing wage documentation and reporting requirements. Assist with Section 3 reporting, apprentice utilization reporting, and compliance tracking. Support audits, correction requests, and regulatory compliance activities with government agencies. Monitor subcontractor licensing status and certified payroll submissions. Train internal project teams on prevailing wage requirements and compliance best practices. Day to Day Work Work closely with payroll, contracts, project managers, and subcontract administrators to gather accurate project and contract information. Review certified payroll reports and reconcile discrepancies between payroll and filed Affidavits. Coordinate with prime contractors and subcontractors to obtain Intent IDs and ensure timely filings. Identify wage discrepancies and assist with retroactive payment calculations when necessary. Maintain organized records and logs of open and completed Intents and Affidavits. Ensure prevailing wage projects are properly set up and tracked within internal systems such as Spectrum. Respond to audit requests and assist with prevailing wage compliance documentation. Provide ongoing support and guidance to internal teams regarding public works compliance requirements. Desired Qualifications 5+ years of experience in prevailing wage compliance, certified payroll, or public works administration. Experience working in construction, electrical contracting, or public works environments. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. Familiarity with Spectrum or similar ERP systems preferred. Experience with LCP Tracker, Elation, Port of Seattle CDS, or similar compliance platforms preferred. About Us VECA is one of the largest electrical subcontractors in the Pacific Northwest, built on long-standing relationships rooted in trust and integrity. We take pride in our craftsmanship and service, delivering quality results through collaboration and a commitment to creating value for our customers. Our people are what make VECA unique. We believe in empowering each other to succeed by recognizing individual strengths and providing opportunities for growth. We foster a culture of accountability, appreciation, and abundance — where everyone is supported to reach their full potential and contribute to shared success. Why Join Us? We're Committed to Taking Care of Our People $43 - $52 per hour

DOE Comprehensive Healthcare:

medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for you and your family 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match PTO + paid holidays to support work-life balance Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Education & tuition reimbursement for your continued growth Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for additional support Referral Bonus program A Culture You'll Enjoy Team events throughout the year — BBQs, holiday parties, sporting events & more Company-provided apparel program Training through our Learning Management System A people-first environment that values collaboration, support, and having fun together Join VECA and help build iconic projects throughout the Pacific Northwest! VECA Electric & Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer. We make a special effort to include minorities, women, disabled and veteran candidates in our employment selection pools. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or national origin. This position will be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug and alcohol test and the results of a background check.

Pay:

$43.00 - $52.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you familiar with Spectrum or similar ERP Systems? Which of the following labor compliance portals have you used? (e.g., LCPtracker, Elation, WA L&I Portal, DIR) Are you familiar with the Davis-Bacon Act and Washington State L&I prevailing wage regulations?

Experience:

Union Payroll:

5 years (Required) processing certified payroll for public works projects: 5 years (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Seattle, WA 98108