Do you want to be part of an agile team where colleagueship truly matters? Join the #TEAMNORDEX and shape the future of energy with us. The role of Project Compliance Manager, Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship directly supports the company’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world.

The Project Compliance

Manager for Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship will lead Nordex’s compliance efforts related to prevailing wage and apprenticeship standards across onshore wind projects, ensuring full alignment with the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), state regulations, and client contract requirements. This role will play a critical part in both shaping and enforcing contractual commitments, ensuring that client agreements reflect applicable labor standards, and that project execution meets those obligations. The role will serve as a critical link across project management, subcontractor coordination, and payroll operations, ensuring cohesive collaboration and full regulatory compliance.

It includes oversight of labor contractors, rigorous wage compliance monitoring, and verification of apprenticeship participation throughout the lifecycle of each qualified project.

Prevailing Wage Compliance: Monitor labor contractors to enforce prevailing wage compliance and facilitate accurate wage payments. Conduct thorough audits of payroll data submitted by contractors to the PWA Agent, ensuring compliance with all regulations surrounding prevailing wages. Ensure onshore wind projects fulfill all apprenticeship participation and minimum hour thresholds as required by the IRA.

Regularly track and assess contractor and subcontractor adherence to apprenticeship labor ratios set forth in relevant laws. Collaborate with contractors and apprenticeship providers to swiftly address and rectify any compliance gaps or discrepancies.

Data Management And Reporting

Collect, analyze,



and effectively manage compliance-related data concerning both prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements. Prepare and submit timely compliance reports to internal and external stakeholders as mandated. Maintain an organized repository of records to support any future audits and compliance inspections.

Ensure subcontractor compliance documentation is collected, reviewed, and retained in accordance with regulatory and contractual requirements. Partner with project managers, contractors, and legal advisors to ensure a thorough understanding of compliance requirements across all project teams. Act as the primary liaison between Nordex, PWA Agents, and labor providers to facilitate smooth communication and compliance efforts.

Provide ongoing training and resources to contractors on best practices for wage and apprenticeship compliance. Liaise with the sales team during early project development to support cost projections for proposals that may qualify under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Serve as a point of contact with external regulatory bodies (e.g., Department of Labor) and legal counsel to address compliance issues, resolve inquiries, and ensure alignment with evolving requirements.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Project Management, or related field. Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in labor compliance, prevailing wage enforcement, or apprenticeship program management. Strong knowledge of prevailing wage laws and standards (e.g., Davis-Bacon Act, Inflation Reduction Act provisions),



including wage determinations, certified payroll, and documentation requirements.

In-depth understanding of the Davis-Bacon Act, IRA regulations, and other pertinent labor laws. Familiarity with prevailing wage administration and compliance measures. Proven ability to analyze complex regulations and develop effective, actionable compliance strategies.

Proficiency in data management tools and reporting software.

Project Management

Professional (PMP) certification is a plus. Ability to successfully complete all Canadian regulatory laws surrounding pre-employment screening requirements. Must be able to work in Canada with no Company sponsorship and have the ability to obtain a passport to travel to the US for orientation and training.

Fluency in English and French is mandatory. Spanish and/or German is a plus. Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy. Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.

Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members. The pay for this role is exempt at $150k - $170k CAD salary with up to a 15% bonus.

Long Term Disability Dental Care

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment chance and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an environment and culture in which Diversity and Inclusion is recognized as a true opportunity and value for the organization. Diversity & Inclusion - Nordex SE #

📌 Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship Compliance Manager (m/f/d) (Montreal)
🏢 Nordex Group
📍 Montreal