[Hiring] Labor Compliance Specialist @AECOM

Role Description

AECOM is seeking a detail-oriented Labor Compliance Specialist to review contractor Certified Payroll Records (CPRs) for compliance with California public works labor laws to work remotely or in Los Angeles, CA. This role supports transportation infrastructure projects and ensures contractors and subcontractors comply with prevailing wage requirements, apprenticeship regulations, and certified payroll reporting standards.

• Review contractor and subcontractor Certified Payroll Records (CPRs) for accuracy and compliance with California prevailing wage laws.
• Verify proper classification of workers, wage rates, overtime calculations, and fringe benefit reporting.
• Confirm compliance with DIR Public Works requirements and applicable wage determinations.
• Identify and flag labor compliance violations, such as underpayment, misclassification, or incomplete payroll submissions.
• Communicate discrepancies and required corrections to contractors and project management teams.
• Track payroll submissions and maintain organized compliance records.
• Ensure adherence to apprenticeship utilization and reporting requirements when applicable.
• Support audits or documentation requests related to labor compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: BA/BS + 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• US citizenship is a requirement for this role.
• Preferred Qualifications: 4+ years of experience in California public works labor compliance or certified payroll review.
• Strong knowledge of California prevailing wage laws and DIR reporting requirements.
• Experience reviewing Certified Payroll Records (CPRs) and Statement of Compliance forms.
• Familiarity with transportation or infrastructure public works projects.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify wage or reporting discrepancies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with LCPtracker, Elation Systems, or similar labor compliance software.
• Experience coordinating with contractors and subcontractors regarding payroll corrections.

Requirements

• At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.
• All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits.
• Paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits.
• Perks, flexible work options, well-being resources.
• Employee assistance program, business travel insurance.
• Service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase plan.