Job Description

The Program Director serves as the central point of governance for the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA) and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) compliance program within Steam Power Services (SPS). This role oversees the end-to-end program lifecycle from contract initiation and RFQ assessment through project execution, final audit, and closure. You will drive cross-functional coordination across Payroll, Legal, Operations, and Procurement to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and mitigate enterprise risk associated with prevailing wage and apprenticeship mandates.

• Program Governance & Strategy: Lead the overall DBRA/IRA compliance strategy. Serve as the primary point of contact for executive leadership, internal stakeholders, customers, and external consultation firms.
• End-to-End Lifecycle Management: Manage compliance activities across all project phases, including contract initiation, labor classification, certified payroll monitoring, and project closeout.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as the central hub for governance and escalation. Ensure seamless alignment between Payroll, Legal (contractual/wage disputes), Operations (site execution), and Procurement (subcontractor onboarding and flow-downs).
• Operational Execution:
  • Identify and assess DBRA/IRA applicability during the bid/proposal phase.
  • Oversee the maintenance of the central repository to ensure audit readiness.
  • Facilitate kick-off meetings, team member assignments, and subcontractor training.
  • Monitor wage determination mapping and manage supplemental wage requests.
  • Review and validate prevailing wage metrics and apprenticeship ratios/compliance.
• Audit Readiness & Risk Mitigation: Manage internal audits, respond to DOL/IRS inquiries in coordination with Legal, and oversee penalty cure mechanics. Drive the closure of process gaps and assess resource needs to maintain compliance at scale.

Basic Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Public Policy, Construction Management, Legal Studies, or a related field; OR a High School Diploma with 10+ years of equivalent professional experience.
• Experience: 7–10+ years of experience in program management, compliance, labor relations, or government contracting.
• Expertise: Deep understanding of federal prevailing wage regulations (DBRA) and the labor/apprenticeship requirements of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).
• Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing within a large, matrixed organization.

Desired Qualifications:

• Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Industry Experience: Proven track record in the energy, nuclear, or EPC/construction sectors.
• Competencies: Strong background in Risk Management, Change Management, and Process Improvement. Proficiency in data analysis to track compliance metrics and dashboarding.

Additional Information

#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionApplication Deadline: July 14, 2026For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $140,300.00 and $233,800.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 15, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.