Prevailing Wage Compliance Workshop: NJ Edition - Mt. Laurel

Change is in the air in the Garden State. Whether it’s recent amendments to the New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act or questions about enforcement under a newly appointed Commissioner of Labor, this in-depth workshop is especially timely for contractors operating in the state’s public construction market. Join us for a full day, advanced program designed to equip registered New Jersey public works contractors with a comprehensive, practical understanding of prevailing wage compliance. Led by Russell McEwan of Littler, one of the state’s leading prevailing wage practitioners, this session will deliver actionable guidance on statutory and regulatory requirements, current enforcement trends, and best practices under a new administration.

Key topics will include: 

• Public works registration
• Apprentice participation requirements
• Worker orientation
• Classification of work
• Certified payroll reporting
• Annualization of benefits
• Subcontractor liability
• Navigating Department of Labor audits, investigations, and citations

Attendance will be limited to maximize the opportunity for direct engagement and individualized discussion.

Registration & Breakfast: 8:30 - 9:00 a.m.

Program: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Lunch: 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.

Program: 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Q&A: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Cost: $695

What to Expect

• Participants can anticipate a structured, substantive learning experience that includes:
• Detailed instruction on applying New Jersey prevailing wage requirements to real‑world operational scenarios
• Step‑by‑step demonstrations of documentation, certified payroll reporting, and audit‑readiness processes
• Extended discussion and Q&A, allowing attendees to raise company‑specific concerns and receive tailored guidance
• Practical tools, reference materials and tangible takeaways to support long‑term internal compliance practices
• Current insights into regulatory developments and enforcement priorities under the incoming administration
• Credit opportunities, this program will be submitted for CLE, SHRM, and HRCI recertification credit—an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to begin meeting annual or early‑year credit requirements

Why it is Worth the Investment

This intensive workshop is designed to provide practical, practitioner-level guidance with in-depth exercises and implementation tools. Effective compliance practices may help reduce the risk of costly missteps; outcomes vary based on each organization’s circumstances.