Compliance Lead

Compliance Lead Overview

Location:

US-NY-New York

About Suffolk

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.

Suffolk
- America's Contractor - is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors.

Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR's list of "Top CM-at-Risk Contractors." For more information, visit  and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, You Tube, and Instagram.

At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That's why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.

Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.

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The Compliance Lead reports to the National Director of Trade Partner Advancement and is responsible for monitoring, reporting, and managing workforce compliance on assigned projects, including minority, women, and veteran business enterprise (M/W/VBE) participation where applicable. Working closely with project management teams and the Trade Partner Advancement team, this role leads project-level compliance efforts and supports diversity strategies that drive results and increase underrepresented participation.

In partnership with community organizations, pre-apprenticeship programs, and local unions, the Compliance Lead serves as a liaison to strengthen workforce pipelines and create pathways for diverse talent. Leveraging Suffolk's compliance platforms, the role tracks project metrics, ensures accurate reporting, and advances accountability on all assigned projects.

Responsibilties:

• Execute compliance functions on assigned projects, ensuring adherence to workforce and trade partner diversity requirements throughout the project life cycle.
• Monitor and report project-specific workforce participation, M/W/VBE utilization, and compliance outcomes to the National Director of Trade Partner Advancement using systems such as LCPtracker and Salesforce.
• Serve as the point of contact for subcontractors, project teams, and clients on compliance requirements, providing day-to-day support and guidance.
• Partner with project management teams to track performance, troubleshoot issues, and recommend corrective actions when compliance goals are at risk.
• Coordinate project-related outreach activities, including BRJP (Boston Residents Jobs Policy) collaboration, workforce pathways, and subcontractor engagement events in collaboration with the Trade Partner Advancement Regional Outreach Manager.
• Represent Suffolk at community-level events, trade fairs, and workforce development forums to promote project opportunities and strengthen partnerships with local organizations as needed by the Trade Partner Advancement team.
• Support the Trade Partner Advancement team in delivering initiatives such as Build With Us within the Boston region and other diversity programs that…