Government Compliance Coordinator
We are open to filling this role as REMOTE (within the Southern Company
Footprint), based on background and experience.
JOB SUMMARY
The Compliance Coordinator coordinates with various business partners on behalf
of SCS Government Contract Compliance to support affiliate companies’ compliance
with Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), Davis-Bacon Related Acts (DBRA), other prevailing
wage requirements and other government contract compliance requirements
applicable to federal contracts, financial assistance awards, loan guarantee
agreements, and other federally funded/assisted construction activities/awards.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist business partners in the Southern system and SCS Government Contracts
Compliance Manager in full lifecycle of contract and financial assistance
administration including the preparation and review of government contract
and financial assistance proposals, and post-award administration to assure
compliance with government contract statutes and regulations and federal
contract/agreement terms and conditions (including reporting and
administrative requirements).
Serve as a point of contact for DBA/DBRA compliance support and coordination
activities for covered federal contracts, financial assistance awards, loan
guarantee agreements, and related project activities.
Assist business partners and project teams with implementation of applicable
Davis-Bacon requirements, including wage determinations, labor standards
obligations, certified payroll expectations, posting requirements, and
related compliance processes.
Coordinate DBRA compliance activities across multiple projects and phases,
including planning, procurement, contract development, construction,
monitoring/oversight, reporting, and closeout.
Review labor standards requirements, contractor payroll submissions,
contractor documentation, compliance records, and other project deliverables
for completeness and consistency with applicable requirements.
Monitor project-level DBRA risks, open items, non-submissions, correction
needs, and compliance trends; escalate material issues as appropriate.
Coordinate with contractors/subcontractors, Supply Chain Management, Legal,
Payroll, Human Resources, Tax, Project Management, and federal stakeholders
to support timely resolution of DBRA questions and compliance issues.
Support projects from onboarding and ongoing use of compliance tools,
templates, guidance materials, and tracking mechanisms used to manage
certified payrolls, wage determinations, conformance requests, and supporting
documentation.
Assist in the development, maintenance, and delivery of DBRA guidance,
procedures, reference materials, training resources, and best practices for
internal stakeholders and external partners.
Maintain accurate compliance records, reporting metrics, project and various
DBA/DBRA monitoring and covered contract trackers, and documentation needed
to support audits, reviews, management reporting, and contract or
award/project construction closeout activities.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Construction Management,
Project Management, Public Administration, or other related technical field
preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
Experience supporting federal programs, construction projects, infrastructure
initiatives, government contracts, grants, financial assistance awards, or
other federally funded activities.
Knowledge of Davis-Bacon Act and Davis Bacon Related Acts requirements,
prevailing wage concepts, wage determinations, certified payrolls, worker
classifications, labor standards compliance, or related federal labor
requirements.
Experience reviewing contracts, compliance plans, technical documentation,
project submissions, reports, or other deliverables for accuracy,
completeness, and consistency with requirements.
Strong project management, organizational, analytical, and issue-resolution
skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects
simultaneously.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word,
PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams; experience with compliance tracking tools or
certified payroll systems preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of DOL labor standards requirements and federal agency management.
Ability to interpret contractual and regulatory requirements and translate
them into practical guidance, procedures, and action plans for business
partners and project teams.
Highly effective written and oral communication skills, including the ability
to communicate with all levels and disciplines of the business areas
supported.
Strong attention to detail, documentation discipline, and ability to maintain
accurate records in support of audits, reporting, and compliance reviews.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to coordinate effectively with Legal,
Supply Chain Management, Payroll, Human Resources, project management,
contractors, subcontractors, and government stakeholders.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, identify compliance
risks, and escalate issues appropriately.
Behavioral Attributes
Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with Southern Company values of
Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment.
Self-motivated, customer focused, and able to work with a strong sense of
urgency.
Promotes teamwork and builds productive working relationships across
functions and operating companies.
Practices ethical behavior and maintains confidentiality of sensitive
business, project, and compliance information and strict compliance with
applicable contractual and regulatory requirements.
Displays creativity, initiative, flexibility, and willingness to learn from
and apply experience.
About Southern Company
Southern Company (NYSE: SO
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is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast
and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and
affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has
electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies
in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy
solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and
telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to
innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet
customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero
greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the
needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our
sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and
social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a
variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that
reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more,
visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families
through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base
salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and
retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and
emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional
compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards
subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A
summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here
https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf
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Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also
be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's
qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by
law.
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