About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Other/General.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

You will join a project-level compliance team supporting government-funded construction projects for a confidential client. This entry-level Compliance Analyst role focuses on ensuring projects meet prevailing wage, payroll reporting, and contract compliance objectives while working closely with project teams and corporate compliance leadership.

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Key Responsibilities

• Enforce federal, state, and local prevailing wage laws, union agreements, and PLA requirements on assigned projects
• Prepare, certify, and submit Certified Payroll Reports (CPRs) for the confidential client and review subcontractor CPRs for accuracy and timeliness
• Collect, review, and maintain prevailing-wage–related documentation for employees and trade partners
• Cross-check payroll submissions against project records to verify correct wage payments to craft workers
• Conduct weekly on-site worker interviews and perform local project site visits as required
• Assist with investigations, audits, and resolution of complex prevailing wage issues with third parties
• Support project compliance start-ups and close-outs; quickly resolve internal audit findings
• Collaborate with project teams and corporate leadership to recommend and implement process improvements
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive payroll and personnel information
• Perform other compliance-related duties as assigned

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Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and reliable attention to detail
• Ability to learn quickly, prioritize, and perform under pressure in a fast-paced team environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Customer-focused, collaborative mindset and willingness to work across teams
• Familiarity with federal contracting, labor regulations, or FAR is a plus
• Alignment with the client’s standards for ethics, accountability, teamwork, and results

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Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $60,000–$75,000 per year (range provided by the confidential client)
• Total compensation package may include bonus potential and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, retirement/401(k) contributions, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs, and other company benefits
• Compensation may vary based on experience, education, skills, and geographic location

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Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based work with frequent computer and document review tasks
• Regular travel to local project sites required; construction site exposure to weather, noise, and equipment is possible
• Must be able to lift up to ~10 lbs regularly and up to ~25 lbs occasionally
• Role may require flexibility for extended hours during critical project phases

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Location

This role is based in Houston, TX, and requires local travel to project sites.

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Hiring Process & Legal Compliance

Careertakes supports a fair and lawful hiring process. Qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination. Any background checks, fitness-for-duty screenings, or drug tests will be performed in compliance with applicable federal and state laws.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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