Company Overview

At Ames Construction, we’ve built America for 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining, renewables, and rail. Ames is a family-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit and foundational values of honesty, integrity, perseverance and opportunity, while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Together, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 75 general contractor.

Summary

The Compliance Administrator is an administrative position and will be responsible for assisting HR and Labor Compliance in the performance of related duties on a professional level for the California region. This position will carry out responsibilities as outlined below with an emphasis on compliance and onboarding.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Uploading, downloading, and organizing certified payroll and labor compliance documents using LCP Tracker.
• Assist with auditing all certified payroll and labor compliance documents per project, State & Federal Prevailing Wage requirements and calculate any underpayments and/or restitution due if applicable.
• Assist with Ames DIR Uploads per project requirements.
• Assist with the timely submission of DAS 140/142 Apprentice documents.
• Assist with monthly document submissions to the project owners.
• Subcontractor / Awarding Body communication regarding certified payroll/labor compliance documents missing or in need of correction.
• Assist with clarification when there is confusion on the labor compliance / signatory agreement questions on a project.
• Prepare periodic status reports needed to release payments to subcontractors.
• Assist with Labor Law research required to identify and address any possible California State, Federal & Prevailing Wage violations.

• Assist with the new hire onboarding process for the region and ensure compliance with new hire forms.
• Coordinate required EEO documentation and reporting, pursuant to OFCCP requirements.
• Ensure HR compliance with state, county or city construction project requirements.

• Other duties as assigned.

Experience, Education & Skills

• Experience with construction payroll, Prevailing Wage rules and regulations and DIR / Federal project requirements.
• Knowledge of California State & Federal labor laws and Union Signatory agreements.
• Experience with LCP Tracker and DIR eReporting.

• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
• Attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Possess high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive matters and confidential situations.

• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Proficient in MS Office (MS Excel, MS Word, and Adobe Acrobat).

Working Conditions

• Office Environment – extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.

Application Instructions

Please apply on our Careers page (https://amesconstruction.com/career-listing-page) and upload your resume and cover letter.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.