The Role

The Compliance Lead reports to the National Director of Trade Partner Advancement and is responsible for monitoring, reporting, and managing workforce compliance on assigned projects, including minority, women, and veteran business enterprise (M/W/VBE) participation where applicable. Working closely with project management teams and the Trade Partner Advancement team, this role leads project-level compliance efforts and supports diversity strategies that drive results and increase underrepresented participation. In partnership with community organizations, pre-apprenticeship programs, and local unions, the Compliance Lead serves as a liaison to strengthen workforce pipelines and create pathways for diverse talent. Leveraging Suffolk’s compliance platforms, the role tracks project metrics, ensures accurate reporting, and advances accountability on all assigned projects. 

This role requires on-site presence 4 days a week in our amazing Boston office - which offers free parking, a free on-site gym and cafeteria and other perks that make for a great culture and unique employee experience!

• Execute compliance functions on assigned projects, ensuring adherence to workforce and trade partner diversity requirements throughout the project life cycle. 

• Monitor and report project-specific workforce participation, M/W/VBE utilization, and compliance outcomes to the National Director of Trade Partner Advancement using systems such as LCPtracker and Salesforce.  

• Serve as the point of contact for subcontractors, project teams, and clients on compliance requirements, providing day-to-day support and guidance. 

• Partner with project management teams to track performance, troubleshoot issues, and recommend corrective actions when compliance goals are at risk. 

• Coordinate project-related outreach activities, including BRJP (Boston Residents Jobs Policy) collaboration, workforce pathways, and subcontractor engagement events in collaboration with the Trade Partner Advancement Regional Outreach Manager. 

• Represent Suffolk at community-level events, trade fairs, and workforce development forums to promote project opportunities and strengthen partnerships with local organizations as needed by the Trade Partner Advancement team. 

• Support the Trade Partner Advancement team in delivering initiatives such as Build With Us within the Boston region and other diversity programs that enhance project outcomes.  

• Build and maintain relationships with community groups, advocacy organizations, and local networks to expand opportunities for underrepresented businesses and workers in collaboration with the Trade Partner Advancement Regional Outreach Manager.  

• 2-3 years related experience  

• Knowledge of construction industry, including experience with the Boston Residents Jobs Policy, Boston Employment Commission, Commonwealth of Massachusetts compliance requirements, prevailing wage, and certified payroll  

• Excellent problem-solving skills, with high efficiency to deliver first class service to our clients 

• Ability to multi-task on complex projects with strong sense of urgency and initiative  

• Ability to travel to various project sites throughout Boston and surrounding cities 

• Reliable, highly self-motivated, flexible, and well organized. 

• Demonstrated commitment toward diversity, equity, and inclusion.  

• Experience with CRM platforms, such as LCP Tracker and Salesforce, preferred 

• Federal compliance, a plus, but not required. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

The expected salary range for this position (Compliance Manager, Trade Partner Advancement) in US-MA-Boston is between $89,000 and $121,000 USD.  This represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Suffolk’s total compensation package.  Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, skill set, experience, education and other qualifications.  Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall compensation strategy.  Salary ranges may differ by geography and are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.