Onsite PWA Site Administrator; Randolph County, IL

Position Overview

The Onsite PWA Site Administrator is responsible for ensuring full compliance with Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship (PWA) requirements on federally and/or state funded construction projects. This role provides hands‑on, onsite oversight of certified payroll, workforce classifications, apprenticeship ratios, and labor compliance documentation.

The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, knowledgeable in prevailing wage regulations, and comfortable working directly with subcontractors and project leadership in a fast‑paced construction environment.

• Ensure compliance with the Davis‑Bacon Act, IRA labor provisions, and/or applicable state prevailing wage laws.
• Verify proper worker classifications based on actual duties performed onsite.
• Monitor apprentice‑to‑journeyman ratios and confirm registered apprenticeship participation.
• Confirm required wage determinations and labor postings are displayed onsite.
• Conduct labor interviews/audits as required.

• Maintain daily onsite workforce logs by classification.
• Cross‑reference onsite labor with submitted payroll reports.
• Maintain organized compliance files including:
  • CPRs and Statements of Compliance
  • Apprenticeship agreements
  • Fringe benefit documentation
  • Correction and back wage records

• Serve as the onsite point of contact for labor compliance matters.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, general contractors, and compliance leadership.
• Report on compliance risks and issues to project management.
• Support internal and external audits (Owner, GC, DOL, third‑party auditors).

• Assist with onboarding new subcontractors for compliance readiness.
• Participate in project meetings to provide compliance updates.
• Utilize compliance tracking systems (e.g., Pro Score, or similar platforms).

• Knowledge of Davis‑Bacon, IRA labor provisions, or state PWA requirements.
• Experience reviewing Certified Payroll Reports.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and compliance tracking systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a field‑based environment.

• Experience in large‑scale energy or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with apprenticeship standards and ratio monitoring.
• Audit or compliance background.