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The Apprenticeship & IRA Compliance Leader is responsible for leading the execution of apprenticeship program compliance and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Davis-Bacon requirements across OCI projects. This role ensures consistent implementation, documentation, and audit readiness of apprenticeship standards across multiple states, business lines, and subcontractors.
Reporting to the Workforce Development Leader & Apprenticeship Director, this position serves as the operational compliance lead-owning day-to-day compliance execution, supporting project teams, and ensuring alignment with federal, state, and contractual requirements tied to regulatory compliance and tax credit eligibility.
Professionals located near a Black & Veatch office are eligible for a hybrid work environment, with the flexibility to work remotely up to two days per week. This position may require up to 30% travel to project sites, training centers, and trainings and meetings.

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Apprenticeship & IRA/DBA Compliance
Lead execution of apprenticeship compliance across projects, ensuring adherence to IRA and Davis-Bacon requirements.
Manage and coordinate IRA Coordinators to drive consistency in compliance implementation, documentation, and reporting.
Ensure compliance with apprentice ratios, wage progression, work processes, and mentorship requirements.
Monitor subcontractor apprenticeship participation and compliance.
Audit Readiness & Risk Management
Maintain audit-ready documentation (OJT, RTI, wage progression, credentials).
Support internal and external audits, including documentation, corrective actions, and compliance reviews.
Identify compliance risks and escalate issues to leadership.
Project & Field Support
Serve as a primary compliance resource for project teams and field leadership.
Support project startup and execution by ensuring apprenticeship requirements are implemented and tracked.
Partner with operations to ensure practical, jobsite-ready execution of compliance standards.
Program & Operations Support
Support delivery and tracking of apprenticeship training programs and apprentice progression.
Assist with program rollout, expansion, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Coordinate with instructors, mentors, and project teams to maintain program effectiveness.
Data & Reporting
Track apprenticeship metrics including enrollment, utilization, and compliance performance.
Maintain accurate workforce records and reporting systems.
Provide regular updates and insights to leadership.

Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience in construction, workforce development, apprenticeship programs, or labor compliance; equivalent combination of education and experience considered
Demonstrated experience supporting or leading registered apprenticeship programs or structured workforce development initiatives
Working knowledge of Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Davis-Bacon Act (DBA) requirements, including apprenticeship utilization, wage progression, and compliance obligations
Experience supporting compliance execution, audits, or regulatory programs in a project-based or construction environment
Strong understanding of apprentice ratios, work processes, wage progression, and documentation requirements
Experience coordinating across field operations, HR, payroll, and project leadership to implement compliance requirements
Proven ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical, jobsite-ready execution
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines
Effective communication skills with ability to engage both field and corporate stakeholders

Direct experience supporting or leading IRA compliance on construction or energy projects
Experience managing or coordinating multi-state apprenticeship programs
Familiarity with NCCER standards, curriculum frameworks, and credentialing
Experience working with subcontractor compliance, including tracking and enforcement of apprenticeship requirements
Background in craft, or construction trades environments
Experience with audit preparation, corrective action management, and regulatory reporting
Experience using workforce systems, LMS platforms, or compliance tracking tools
Demonstrated ability to support program standardization and continuous improvement initiatives

Officebased position requiring a minimum of 30% travel for onsite training, coordination, or field engagement.

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