Compliance Manager- General Contractor-DC

Compliance Lead

Be the compliance lead on high-profile construction projects. Build out a new compliance department with a fast growing general contractor.

About Our Client

Our client is a highly respected construction organization known for delivering complex projects through collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence. The company fosters a team-oriented culture where employees are empowered to make meaningful contributions while building long-term careers.

Job Description

• Act as the organization's primary compliance resource, advising project teams, leadership, subcontractors, and clients on regulatory and contract compliance matters.
• Lead compliance efforts related to Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) requirements and participation goals.
• Monitor project compliance by tracking subcontractor participation, contract spend, and maintaining required documentation.
• Review certified payroll submissions to ensure compliance with Davis-Bacon and applicable workforce regulations.
• Support projects receiving government funding by ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local compliance requirements.
• Communicate prevailing wage requirements and payroll obligations to subcontractors and project partners.
• Assist with identifying, recruiting, and onboarding qualified subcontractors to support project needs.
• Oversee subcontractor prequalification processes, ensuring accurate documentation and timely completion within compliance management systems.
• Maintain detailed compliance records to support project startup, contractor onboarding, and ongoing risk management initiatives.
• Identify compliance deficiencies and partner with stakeholders to implement corrective actions.
• Stay current on changing industry regulations and employment compliance requirements.
• Proactively resolve compliance challenges while upholding the highest ethical and professional standards.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of construction industry compliance experience.
• Prior experience working with D.C. Department of Employment Services (DOES) programs and requirements.
• Strong understanding of Davis-Bacon wage regulations and certified payroll compliance.
• Knowledge of affirmative action, equal employment opportunity, and workforce compliance regulations.
• Ability to interpret contracts, policies, regulations, and compliance documentation.
• Experience managing subcontractor prequalification programs and compliance workflows.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and compliance tracking systems.
• Experience with COMPASS, Procore, or comparable construction management platforms preferred

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to become a recognized compliance expert within a respected construction organization.
• High-impact role with direct visibility to executive leadership and project teams.
• Exposure to large-scale, complex projects with meaningful regulatory responsibility.
• Collaborative culture that values initiative, ownership, and professional growth.
• Competitive compensation package, strong benefits, and retirement savings program.