Contracts/Subcontracts Senior Compliance Manager

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.The Contracts/Subcontracts Senior Compliance Manager will have responsibility for monitoring subcontractor compliance associated with United States Federal labor laws and regulations (such as: Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Executive Orders, and other wage compliance requirements). This includes overall responsibility at the enterprise level to ensure subcontractor compliance at any tier with applicable regulatory requirements.The Contracts/Subcontracts Senior Compliance Manager leads the Company's program for subcontractors, acting as liaison with program management, Business Operations, Human Resources, Legal, Contracts, and Supply Chain. Responsible to drive process improvements and seek opportunities for optimizing the Company's labor law compliance. Engages with business area leadership, Contracts and Supply Chain leadership to align operational requirements with compliance goals. Provides input to mitigate transition and operational risks identified during program start up. This position is remote-telework and US Citizenship is required to apply.Principal AccountabilitiesThe Contracts/Subcontracts Senior Compliance Manager will provide oversight of the Company's Subcontract compliance program by:Initiating, designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating processes, procedures, products, or systems used as part of the Company's compliance programUsing technical judgment to identify potential operational risks, and developing risk mitigation strategies and corrective actions to ensure complianceCoordinating, monitoring and enforcing compliance with prevailing wage requirements, including working with Human Resources on the proper classification of employees and subcontractor workers.Performing onsite/offsite training to the company (program operations, subcontracts, contracts, human resources and business development) team members on prevailing wage requirements and the Company's compliance programLeading or conducting site visits, program audits, and field interviewsEnsuring processes are in place for the collecting and reviewing of weekly Certified Payroll Reports (CPRs) and payroll records (e.g., statements of compliance, fringe benefit statements, payroll deductions, apprentice registrations/ratios, etc.)Investigating and responding to wage compliance questions and concerns raised by the customer, management, employees or project subcontractorsMaintaining current working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations and requirements and tracking changes and updates to applicable local, state and federal labor compliance regulations and standards Coordinating with Operations, HR, and Procurement Representatives to ensure up-to-date DOL Labor Posters are displayed in accordance with federal and local legislation.Assisting program, Business Development, operations and HR with identifying if SCA and/or DBA applies to a particular project or work classification, when neededAssisting program operations and procurement Reps with conformance requests, when neededDocumenting interviews and generating reports for site audits and investigations.The Subcontract Senior Compliance Manager will additionally be responsible to ensure subcontractor compliance at any tier with the applicable employment regulatory requirements, including: Reviewing prime contract clauses and identifying subcontract clauses to be updated in applicable subcontracts. Ensuring wage determinations are properly flowed down. Identifying gaps in subcontractors' understanding of the regulatory requirements and providing resources or training as necessary.Conducting reviews and audits on whether subcontractor workers are appropriately classified and paid in accordance with prevailing wage requirements and meeting other regulatory requirements.Ensuring that Amentum is collecting and maintaining the proper records for subcontractors at all tiersConducting interviews and/or reviewing interviews performed by others to ensure compliance with Federal Labor Laws and regulations.Review resources, procedures, and methods to improve operational effectiveness, utility, and efficiencyDevelop and administer data driven business rhythms to measure and report the effectiveness of the team.Foster automation of processes to streamline and enhance compliance activities.Exercise a high degree of independent judgment within generally defined processes and procedures in selecting methods or techniques for obtaining solutions. Ensure that compliance and performance requirements are met.Conduct regular meetings to manage communication of corporate initiatives and policy changes.Use attention to detail and organization skills to understand work problems and procedures and ensure accuracy of subcontracts and proposals.Perform additional duties and projects, as assigned.Knowledge & SkillsStrong working knowledge of business practices and compliance requirements in the government contracting and construction industries and be able to research and apply any jurisdiction-specific requirements for both commercial and public works construction projects.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact with government officials and respond to government audits and investigations on behalf of the companyKnowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), DFARS, and DOL RegulationsAbility to research labor law and regulations compliance standards via US Code, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Labor information, and other sources of related information.A demonstrated commitment to sound financial management, efficiency, and the pursuit of established objectives.Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are necessary. Ability to develop and execute effective strategies is required.Progressive record of successful subcontracting, subcontract, implementation of best industry practices, and change management.Experience administering and driving improvements to Subcontract Management and Procurement metrics is requiredProgram start transition support (deployed or remote) is required Service CContract Act and Davis-Bacon Act experience is requiredFair Labor Standards Act experience is required.Other Federal labor law regulatory and executive orders.Excellent organizational and time management skillsStrong computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and ExcelAdditional knowledge/skills may be required by contract or assignment.Experience & EducationBachelor's Degree in Business\Supply Chain Management or associated discipline. Two years' experience in a related field can be substituted for each year of the four-year degree requirement.12 + years' experience in Contracts and/or Subcontracts managementThree (3) years' management experience, in a Contracts and/or Subcontracts position is preferred.Experience in a high volume, Federal Subcontract global management environment.Prior Federal labor compliance experience preferred.Professional Certification in Contracts, Subcontracts field preferred.Valid US or local driver's license and US passport is requiredUS Citizenship is required to apply.Additional experience/education may be required by contract or assignment.Physical Requirements/Working EnvironmentWork is in normal office environment.Travel:Willing and able to travel throughout the United States, sometimes on short notice.Compensation Details:170K - 180KThe compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.Benefits Overview:Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:Health, dental, and vision insurancePaid time off and holidaysRetirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)Educational reimbursementParental leaveEmployee stock purchase planTax-saving optionsDisability and life insurancePet insuranceNote: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.Original Posting:Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters (https://postings.govdocs.com/#/vxSkbztPuAwwxfs) .