Compliance Analyst

Job Title: Labor Compliance Specialist Certified Payroll Job Description
This role focuses on overseeing certified payroll and labor compliance for construction projects funded under federal and IRA-related programs. You will actively monitor subcontractor payroll submissions in the labor compliance platform, support internal and external audits, and serve as a key liaison among project teams, subcontractors, and third-party consultants to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll reporting.
Responsibilities
- Actively monitor certified payroll records on a weekly basis and review subcontractor submissions in the labor compliance platform (LCPtracker).
- Review each certified payroll report in LCPtracker, including lower-tier subcontractors, to confirm all required documentation is received and complete.
- Issue notifications to subcontractors regarding deficiencies in certified payroll submissions and follow up to ensure timely resolution.
- Alert field teams about subcontractor non-compliance and make recommendations regarding withholding payment when appropriate.
- Manage the subcontractor setup process in the labor compliance platform, including issuing welcome packets that outline compliance requirements.
- Add subcontractors to LCPtracker, assign them to the appropriate projects, and ensure all major scope subcontractors are correctly associated with projects under construction.
- Assist the team with drafting site-specific Project Determination Summaries to capture compliance and payroll requirements for each project.
- Identify wage tables that need to be created or updated in LCPtracker, coordinate their creation with the team, and assign wage tables to the appropriate projects.
- Assist with adding new users to LCPtracker and ensure they have appropriate access and training for labor compliance activities.
- Oversee the general labor compliance email inbox, respond to subcontractor inquiries, and screen and assign emails to team members as needed.
- Act as a liaison between third-party consultants, subcontractors, and the internal Labor Compliance Team to facilitate clear communication and issue resolution.
- Maintain a subcontractor compliance log for each project to track labor compliance status and support project managers in determining eligibility for invoice approvals.
- Resolve certified payroll reporting inquiries from internal stakeholders and external clients in a timely and professional manner.
- Assist with external certified payroll audits and respond to other third-party requests for documentation and information.
- Attend compliance meetings and trainings focused on IRA bill compliance, Department of Labor payroll requirements, and apprenticeship standards.
- Understand contractual obligations related to labor compliance and use that knowledge to effectively audit incoming certified payroll documents.
- Provide monthly compliance summaries for each project to support the Labor Compliance Administrator in validating third-party consultant invoices prior to approval.
Essential Skills
- 25 years of experience in internal auditing or compliance in any industry, with a strong interest in labor compliance.
- Hands-on experience with certified payroll processes and payroll compliance.
- Experience with internal audit practices, including documentation review and issue tracking.
- Understanding of federal compliance requirements and federal funding implications related to payroll and labor.
- Ability to interpret and apply IRA-related compliance requirements and construction compliance standards.
- Strong analytical skills and experience with data analytics to review and validate payroll and compliance data.
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with subcontractors, consultants, and internal project teams.
- Organizational skills to manage multiple projects, maintain compliance logs, and oversee email inquiries.
- Attention to detail when auditing certified payroll records and wage tables.
- Bachelors degree or masters degree highly preferred, demonstrating strong learning and problem-solving abilities (candidates without a degree will be considered with relevant experience).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Background in construction compliance or working with construction projects is highly beneficial.
- Familiarity with LCPtracker or similar labor compliance and certified payroll platforms.
- Experience supporting external audits and responding to third-party compliance requests.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and build trust with colleagues.
- Interest in ongoing professional development through compliance meetings and specialized trainings.
- Comfort working with third-party consultants and acting as a liaison between multiple stakeholders.
Work Environment
This position follows a hybrid work schedule with three days in the office and two days remote each week. Tuesdays are mandatory in-office days for team meetings and collaboration. Over time, and as trust is established, there may be flexibility to work two days in the office. You will work in a professional office environment using tools such as LCPtracker and standard business software, collaborating closely with project teams, subcontractors, and consultants. The company operates in a growing sector with a strong backlog of projects, offering stability and opportunities to expand your skills in labor and payroll compliance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL. About Actalent

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