Construction Manager – Compliance

Note: This is currently a remote working position, but it is expected to transition to our client site in the Hampton Roads, VA, area. All candidates must be able to report to the office regularly when this transition occurs.

DBE Compliance Project Manager

L. S. Caldwell & Associates, Inc. (LSC), is a full service Employment and Contracting Compliance/Business Development firm headquartered in Washington, DC. We seek a full-time DBE/SWaM Compliance Project Manager to join our team.

Position Description

The Compliance Project Manager will be a client’s primary on-site point of contact regarding monitoring compliance with regulatory requirements and goals for employment and subcontracting participation. Track, monitor, and report contractor performance, achievement of program goals and requirements, and documentation of reasonable and best-faith efforts. Responsible for ensuring contract compliance via data collection, management, data analysis, and record maintenance. Train internal and external stakeholders on contract compliance processes and procedures. The CPM will assist with advocacy, attend outreach events, and support vendor development. Experience with Davis Bacon Wage Act compliance and certified payroll review are a plus. Prior experience with affirmative action and equal opportunity regulations, principles, and practices is preferred.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of project management, regulatory compliance skills, PMP Certification preferred;
• Excellent writing, communication, and critical thinking skills. Must demonstrate ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to deal effectively with vendors, suppliers, contractors, and government officials in person and over the telephone;
• Ability to maintain or oversee the maintenance of records and databases as well as prepare narrative, written reports, and recommendations;
• Ability to establish and implement effective monitoring systems and procedures;
• Ability to perform outdoor-related activities associated with on-site reviews.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications (skills will be tested).
• Experience with construction business processes and contract administration preferred.
• Previous hands-on experience with federal, state, and local certification processes and regulations/programs about local/minority/disadvantaged individuals and business entities, Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)Certified Business Enterprise (CBE)Certified PayrollDavis BaconCompliance DiversityDiversityDiversity ProcurementEquity InclusionCertified Useful Functions (CUF)Commercial Useful Functions (CUF)Labor Standards

Minimum Education and Experience

• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in Project Management;
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, public administration, economics, supply chain management, industrial management, or similar discipline.

Core Duties

• Manage all post-award contract activities that impact contract participation and utilization. Serves as point-of-contact (POC) to procurement office;
• Research and resolve vendor complaints regarding compliance, including contract disputes, nonpayment, and utilization;
• Track and monitor contract participation and compliance with contract requirements, commitments, and in-field activity;
• Evaluate vendor, supplier, and contract plans. Analyze plans for reasonable faith efforts toward regulatory compliance.
• Track and monitor progress toward achieving participation goals;
• Conduct compliance training with internal and external stakeholders. Develop applicable training materials;
• Collect, maintain, monitor and report contractor data by appropriate policies and contract requirements.
• Conduct job site visits and interviews to monitor participation efforts for each project and address any issues needing corrective action.
• Maintain current working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and requirements.

Other Duties

• Participate in pre-bid meetings, pre-construction conferences, and other activities associated with affirmative action and equal opportunity programs;
• Perform outreach activities for targeted stakeholders, contractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Applicants must submit a resume with a cover letter stating salary requirements to be considered.

• Compensation: $75,000-$85,000K/year
• Principals only. Recruiters, please refrain from contacting this job poster.
• Please, no phone calls about this job!
• Please do not contact the job poster about other services, products, or commercial interests.
• L. S. Caldwell & Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Location:

• Virginia Beach, VA 23455 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Apply online, or send your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to: lscinc@lscaldwell.com.