Prevailing Wage 101: Essential Compliance Insights for Construction Pros

Prevailing wages in construction are complicated due to variations in wage rates across different regions and the diverse scope of construction projects. Understanding prevailing wage is crucial because it ensures fair compensation for workers, maintains a level playing field among contractors and promotes the quality and safety standards essential for the construction industry’s integrity and sustainability. With the right resources and software, you can stay compliant with prevailing wage laws and avoid costly penalties.

What You Will Learn: 

• The definition of prevailing wage and what the Davis-Bacon Act entails
• How to accurately determine prevailing wage rates
• Common challenges and strategies to mitigate compliance risks

Speaker

John Meibers
Vice President & General Manager
Deltek ComputerEase

John has been a leader at Deltek  ComputerEase for over 25 years. Deltek ComputerEase serves over 6,000 contractors. In today’s rapidly changing, fast-paced world, a big part of John’s role is to ensure that Deltek ComputerEase equips customers with the most cutting-edge technology. Prior to Deltek ComputerEase, John spent 10 years working as controller for a large mechanical contractor.