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We Can Help You Stay Up-To-Date with NY’s Prevailing Wage Laws

Written by Samuel Tesfamariam Haile on . Posted in Forensic Accounting, Prevailing Wage Compliance.

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At FAZ Forensics, we support construction firms across New York’s energy sector in meeting the strict requirements of prevailing wage compliance under Article 8’s Labor Law § 220. Whether your project is funded by NYSERDA or tied to a local infrastructure upgrade, we help you stay aligned with state regulations—minimizing legal exposure and safeguarding your reputation.

How We Help

Our team conducts independent prevailing wage audits designed to identify potential risks and ensure full compliance with New York State labor standards. We work with both general contractors and subcontractors to review certified payroll records, evaluate worker classifications, and verify that wages and supplemental benefits meet or exceed published rates for each trade and county.

We understand that prevailing wage laws are complex and frequently changing. That’s why we stay up to date on Department of Labor requirements and bring forensic-level attention to detail to every engagement. Whether you’re undergoing a routine internal review or facing an external audit, we’re here to help you respond with transparency and confidence.

Key Areas We Address Include:

  • Certified Payroll Review: Ensuring your documentation supports compliance.
  • Trade Classification Analysis: Verifying workers are properly classified, as misclassification is one of the more common ways contractors violate prevailing wage laws.
  • Wage Rate Comparisons: Confirming actual pay meets or exceeds state-mandated rates, including a review of prevailing supplemental (fringe) benefits.
  • Restitution Pay Calculations: Quantifying underpayments and assisting with corrective action when discrepancies are identified.
  • Subcontractor Oversight: Assessing subcontractor compliance to limit prime contractor or project owner risk.
  • Audit Support: Assisting during agency reviews or investigations.

Our services not only reduce the risk of wage violations and debarment but also foster a culture of integrity and compliance across New York’s most important renewable energy and infrastructure projects.

Let’s Talk Compliance

If you’re managing a New York energy construction project and want peace of mind around prevailing wage compliance, contact FAZ Forensics today. We’re ready to provide expert insights, clear reporting, and reliable support tailored to your project’s needs.

Sources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/LAB/220
https://apps.labor.ny.gov/wpp/publicViewPWChanges.do?method=showIt&utm_source=chatgpt.com

Samuel Tesfamariam Haile

Samuel Tesfamariam Haile is a Senior Analyst at FAZ Forensics, where he focuses on forensic accounting engagements. With a keen analytical mindset and diverse experience, Samuel brings valuable insights to the firm’s investigations, analyses, and reporting processes.
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