E. Jacob Simhaee, MD, FACOG

Is My Construction Payroll a software platform I have to manage?

No. We are a full-service managed firm, not a "Do-It-Yourself" software. Unlike automated apps where you are responsible for data entry and compliance errors, our experts handle the heavy lifting. You provide the hours; we process the payroll, verify worker classifications, and generate audit-ready reports. We provide the service so you don't have to learn the software.

Why is a managed service better than DIY payroll software for contractors?

DIY software is a "generalist" tool that doesn't understand the nuances of construction. It won't catch a misclassified worker or an underpaid fringe benefit until you're already in an audit. As a managed service, we provide human oversight on every payroll run, ensuring your Form WH-347 and state-specific filings are 100% accurate before they are submitted.

2026 Compliance & New Laws

How are you handling the 2026 New York Mandatory Electronic Certified Payroll filing?

As of January 1, 2026, New York State no longer accepts paper certified payroll. All records must be filed electronically through the NYS DOL portal. We handle this entire process for our clients—from formatting the data to the final digital submission—ensuring you stay compliant with the new state mandates without the administrative headache.

Does your service cover the new Prevailing Wage expansions for Trucking and Off-Site Fabrication?

Yes. We have updated our processes to include the 2026 expansions. This includes prevailing wage tracking for concrete/asphalt trucking (including travel and detention time) and the June 2026 requirements for off-site custom fabrication. We ensure your vendors and drivers are paid correctly according to the latest 2026 wage determinations.

Certified Payroll & Prevailing Wage

What is the difference between standard and certified payroll?

Standard payroll handles basic tax withholding. Certified payroll is a legal declaration required for public works projects. It requires specific reporting of every worker's trade, hourly rate, and fringe benefits. We specialize in these complexities, including Davis-Bacon (federal) and NY/NJ state prevailing wage laws, providing you with signature-ready reports every week.

Can you manage Union reporting and fringe benefit credits?

Absolutely. We calculate complex union fringe benefits, pension contributions, and health/welfare deductions. We also calculate Fringe Benefit Credits against prevailing wage requirements, ensuring you don't overpay while remaining fully compliant with union contracts and state laws.

PEO & Workers' Comp

How does the PEO model benefit a construction company's bottom line?

By partnering with us as a PEO, you gain access to "large-group" workers' compensation rates and health insurance plans typically reserved for massive corporations. This significantly lowers your overhead. Furthermore, we absorb much of the administrative liability associated with employment, protecting you from costly payroll audits and compliance penalties.

Do I lose control of my crew if I use your PEO service?

Not at all. You maintain 100% "site control." You hire, fire, and manage your team's daily work. We simply handle the "back-office" employment functions like payroll, tax filings, and HR compliance. We are your administrative partners, not your project managers.