Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship Compliance Coordinator

GE Vernova

GE Vernova compliance coordinator managing certified payroll and Davis-Bacon records. Supporting customer tax-credit substantiation and apprenticeship program administration.

Posted 9/8/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $91,400 - $152,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll administration and compliance with federal regulations, particularly the Davis-Bacon Act. Proficient in managing apprenticeship programs and maintaining accurate labor documentation while ensuring adherence to prevailing wage requirements.

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Payroll AdministrationDavis-Bacon Act ComplianceCertified Payroll Professional (CPP)Kronos Payroll SystemExcel Data Analysis

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Hard Skills

Payroll ReportingLabor Documentation ManagementData ReconciliationApprenticeship Program ManagementFringe Benefit CalculationsPrevailing Wage DeterminationsAudit Process FamiliaritySOP DevelopmentContractual Risk ManagementDocumentation Workflow Management

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationDiscretion with Sensitive DataCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayPowerMaxADPPeopleSoftLCPtrackerEMars

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

Federal ProjectsUnion Labor AgreementsConstruction ComplianceHuman Resources ComplianceLabor Relations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Compile weekly payroll reports, pay stubs, and timecards for qualifying federally funded projects
Review and verify that all employees working on jobsites are accurately captured in payroll reports
Submit reports to third-party consultants for independent review and conformance
Review conformed reports and submit final certified payroll to customers in accordance with federal project terms
Certify payroll reports in accordance with DBRA requirements
Maintain labor hours, wage classification, and apprenticeship utilization records supporting prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements under IRC Sections 45U and 45Y
Track apprenticeship labor-hour percentages against phased-in thresholds and document good-faith efforts when registered apprentices are unavailable
Provide labor documentation to customers, third-party consultants, and customer tax advisors for tax credit substantiation
Coordinate with legal and contracts teams regarding contractual risk-transfer provisions, indemnification, correction costs, and credit recapture risk
Distinguish DBRA correction processes from IRA correction and cure mechanisms for appropriate escalation
Manage and administer qualified apprenticeship programs
Create and modify GE Vernova One Field Service apprenticeship programs
Maintain training instruction, on-the-job learning, and Davis-Bacon certifications within DOL Rapids 2.0
Track apprentice ratios, wage progression, and certification status
Maintain organized, audit-ready certified payroll, PWA, and apprenticeship records
Ensure compliance with employee data privacy policies and applicable regulatory standards
Develop SOPs and reporting templates for DBRA and IRA documentation workflows
Assist legal and compliance teams with DOL inquiries and DBRA audits
Support customer documentation requests related to IRS inquiries or audits of customer tax credit claims
Flag documentation gaps or discrepancies to legal and compliance leadership
Serve as a point of contact for apprentice employees and union inquiries

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum associate's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Accounting, or related field
3–5 years of experience in payroll administration, HR compliance, or labor relations, ideally within construction, government contracting, or unionized environments
Proficiency with payroll/HRIS platforms such as Kronos, Workday, and PowerMax, or similar systems such as ADP and PeopleSoft
Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data reconciliation
Working knowledge of the Davis-Bacon Act and Related Acts (DBRA)
Understanding of prevailing wage determinations, fringe benefit calculations, and apprenticeship ratio requirements
General awareness of IRC Sections 45U/45Y prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements and differences from DBRA
Familiarity with DOL Wage and Hour Division audit processes
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable
Preferred: 2+ years of direct experience with certified payroll and Davis-Bacon Act compliance
Experience with federally funded projects is highly desirable
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) designation preferred
Familiarity with certified payroll software such as LCPtracker or eMars is a plus
Awareness of union labor agreements and CBA administration is a plus
Familiarity with union apprenticeship program requirements is desirable
Strong written communication skills for regulatory and customer inquiries
High attention to detail and accuracy under deadline pressure
Strong organizational and document management skills
Discretion in handling sensitive employee data
Ability to distinguish between DBRA obligations and IRA/PWA customer documentation obligations
Ability to collaborate with legal, compliance, tax/finance, HR, field operations, and union representatives
Ability to interpret routine documentation requirements and escalate ambiguous questions
Comfort navigating evolving IRA/PWA guidance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus eligibility
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Professional development opportunities
No relocation assistance