Stepheny Wilson
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Federal Contract Compliance Leader with 10+ years of progressive experience supporting government-funded construction projects under Davis-Bacon and Related Acts. Specialized in subcontractor oversight, certified payroll audit (WH-347), wage determination enforcement, and contractual risk mitigation utilizing LCPtracker (7+ years). Proven experience stabilizing under-resourced departments, developing compliance infrastructure, training teams, and presenting risk findings to leadership and legal stakeholders. Recognized for managing high-volume subcontractor portfolios while mitigating federal labor compliance exposure.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Davis-Bacon Analyst
Amentum
05.2024 - Current
- Serve as sole compliance oversight resource managing approximately 600 active subcontractors across federally funded, Davis-Bacon regulated projects
- Review and enforce certified payroll submissions (WH-347) utilizing LCPtracker, validating wage determinations, classifications, and fringe calculations
- Mitigate contractual risk exposure by prioritizing high-risk subcontractor reviews and managing restitution tracking and corrective action enforcement
- Interface directly with ECM leadership and legal counsel regarding compliance exposure, backlog risk, and structural capacity needs
- Develop structured compliance workflows and tracking methodologies to stabilize department operations following workforce attrition
- Provide executive-level reporting on compliance trends, subcontractor accountability metrics, and operational constraints
Human Resource Generalist
Microvast, Inc.
Clarksville, TN
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Handled new-hire orientation and basic recruiting tasks for best-in-class talent identification.
- Implemented and supervised orientation procedures for new hires.
- Facilitated criminal background check process for new hires.
- Conducted career fairs, screened resumes, and interviewed applicants to build candidate pipelines and enhance company culture.
- Developed and enforced company policy and procedures relating to human resources activity.
- Understood, interpreted, and mediated human resources inquiries to support administration of human resources policies, procedures, and programs.
- Processed payroll to complete and upload pay data and worked with managers to support proper wage and hour compliance.
- Developed and built internal and external relationships with project teams, department managers and consultant teams to improve delivery of HR services.
- Facilitated employee onboarding processes, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance employee skills and performance.
Certified Payroll Analyst/Davis Bacon Projects
Lendlease
Nashville, TN
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Managed Davis-Bacon compliance oversight for federally funded construction projects over a seven-year tenure
- Monitor subcontractor certified payroll submissions through LCPtracker, validating labor classifications, wage determinations, and fringe benefit calculations
- Trained and onboarded all new hires within the certified payroll department, establishing standardized review and escalation procedures
- Built custom Excel compliance dashboards to track subcontractor headcount, restitution cases, audit readiness, and reporting metrics
- Conducted on-site interviews and supported internal audit preparation and documentation defense
- Presented compliance findings and risk summaries to senior leadership to support regulatory accountability and project integrity
- Collaborated cross-functionally with project management, subcontractors, and executive leadership to resolve wage disputes and enforce contract provisions
- Analyzed payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal regulations.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency and reduce processing time.
Payroll Specialist
O'Charley's Corporate Office
Nashville, TN
11.2015 - 01.2016
- Led a weekly payroll production for a multistate organization using JD Edwards payroll system.
- Worked on a team that oversaw the day-to-day processing of payroll for 33,000 employees, including review of timesheets, setting up garnishments and computing pay in accordance with FLSA.
- Reconciled all payroll liabilities to the general ledger and prepared monthly payroll accrual entries.
- Checked figures, postings and accounting documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper coding.
- Pulled internal reports as requested (salaries, bonuses, hours worked).
- Processed over 500 garnishments, child support orders and levies on a weekly basis.
- Processed payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal regulations.
- Reviewed timekeeping records to resolve discrepancies and maintain data integrity.
- Managed employee inquiries regarding payroll issues, providing timely resolutions and support.
HR Generalist/Credentialing Coordinator
Medical Associates of Northwest Arkansas (MANA)
Northwest, AR
09.2014 - 10.2015
- Supported human resources staff with ATS, new hire and benefit orientations and conducted background checks on all candidates.
- Processed all COBRA, disability and FMLA issues.
- Reviewed human resource and benefit paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
- Created, edited, and posted all job positions and announcements.
- Assured compliance with JCAHO standards, state, and federal requirements.
- Obtained confidential information on lawsuits, dismissals from hospitals, restrictions of privileges, and other quality issues and incorporated information into the application and reappointment process.
- Developed and implemented HR policies aligned with organizational goals and compliance standards.
- Managed employee onboarding process, enhancing new hire experience and retention rates.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Corporate Event Planning
US Career Institute
Online10-2013
Certificate of Completion - Certified Payroll
Paychex Institute
Rochester, NY04-2008
Associates of Science - Practical Nursing
Detroit Practical Nursing School
Detroit, MI05-1983
High School Diploma -
John J. Pershing HS
Detroit, MI06-1982
Skills
- Compliance Management: Ensure compliance with the Davis Bacon Act, Service Contract Act, Prevailing Wage Acts, and apprenticeship programs for federal construction contractors
- Documentation Review: Review and validate contract documents to ensure proper FAR clauses and prevailing wages are incorporated
- HR Compliance: In-depth understanding of labor laws, including FLSA and Davis-Bacon Act
- Training and Support: Train and support subcontract administrators in the application and execution of Davis Bacon Act requirements and company labor compliance policies
- Monitoring and Oversight: Establish labor compliance oversight and monitoring for multiple projects, creating tracking and reporting methodologies
- Issue Resolution: Address identified non-compliance issues with contractors, tracking corrective actions to closure
- LCPtracker Proficiency: Utilize LCPtracker for tracking and reporting compliance data, ensuring accurate and timely submissions
- HR Technology: Proficient in HRIS and payroll software, including ADP, JD Edwards, LCPtracker, Textura, Paychex, Success Factors, Ceckr Background Checking System, and Jira Service
- Microsoft office
- Analytical thinking
- MS Excel
- Time management
Accomplishments
- Ensured 100% Compliance: Successfully ensured 100% compliance with the Davis Bacon Act across multiple federal construction projects, resulting in zero violations during audits.
- Streamlined Payroll Processes: Implemented a streamlined payroll process for certified payroll reports, reducing processing time by 25% and improving accuracy.
- Training Programs: Developed and conducted comprehensive training programs for subcontractors on Davis Bacon Act requirements, increasing compliance rates by 30%.
- Audit Success: Led internal audits that identified and resolved compliance issues before external audits, maintaining a flawless compliance record.
- System Optimization: Optimized the use of LCPtracker and other HRIS systems to enhance data accuracy and reporting efficiency.
Timeline
Davis-Bacon Analyst
Amentum
05.2024 - Current
Human Resource Generalist
Microvast, Inc.
01.2023 - 05.2024
Certified Payroll Analyst/Davis Bacon Projects
Lendlease
01.2016 - 01.2023
Payroll Specialist
O'Charley's Corporate Office
11.2015 - 01.2016
HR Generalist/Credentialing Coordinator
Medical Associates of Northwest Arkansas (MANA)
09.2014 - 10.2015
Certificate of Completion - Corporate Event Planning
US Career Institute
Certificate of Completion - Certified Payroll
Paychex Institute
Associates of Science - Practical Nursing
Detroit Practical Nursing School
High School Diploma -
John J. Pershing HS