Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship Program Manager
Company Description
Construction Cowboys Services provides experienced field crews and equipment support for helical pile contractors, general contractors, and construction companies across Texas and beyond. The company specializes in helical pile installation support, project manpower, and field operations assistance to help contractors stay on schedule and meet deadlines. Services also include brush and land clearing, dirt work and site preparation, civil construction support, grading and excavation assistance, landscaping and site restoration, and equipment support. With over 30 years of combined industry experience, the team understands the challenges contractors face in the field and focuses on dependable crews, quality workmanship, and reliable support. Construction Cowboys Services partners with clients when they are short on manpower, behind schedule, or need trusted assistance to carry the workload. Role Description The Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship Program Manager is a full-time remote role responsible for overseeing compliance with prevailing wage requirements and managing apprenticeship-related activities across multiple projects. This position coordinates with project managers, contractors, and payroll teams to ensure accurate wage determinations, proper classifications, and timely reporting. The role includes developing and maintaining compliance procedures, tracking apprenticeship participation, preparing documentation for audits, and responding to regulatory inquiries. Day-to-day tasks involve reviewing contracts and certified payrolls, monitoring changes in federal, state, and local wage regulations, training internal teams on compliance expectations, and maintaining detailed records for all covered projects. The Program Manager also supports continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen workforce development and promote fair labor practices.
Qualifications
Demonstrated experience with prevailing wage compliance, including review of wage determinations, worker classifications, and certified payroll documentation. Knowledge of apprenticeship programs, workforce development initiatives, and related reporting or tracking requirements in construction or similar industries. Strong skills in regulatory research, policy interpretation, and application of federal, state, and local labor standards. Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, and document management tools to track payroll, apprenticeship participation, and compliance records. Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with field teams, project managers, contractors, and external agencies. High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a remote environment. Experience in construction, civil infrastructure, or related fields, with understanding of field operations and project workflows. Bachelor’s degree in business, construction management, human resources, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. Prior experience with public works projects, Davis-Bacon or similar wage regulations, and audit or compliance processes is highly beneficial.