Our mission
LMCC strives to maintain an equal playing field for all construction projects subject to prevailing wage laws throughout Southern California. Our mission is twofold: to ensure that workers receive the fair compensation they are entitled to for their labor and to uphold compliance with both State and Federal regulations within the industry.
To achieve this, LMCC actively monitors construction projects, identifying and addressing any instances of non-compliance. When violations are discovered, we take action by reporting non-compliant contractors to the appropriate enforcement agencies. However, our role extends beyond enforcement. We are equally committed to education and advocacy, providing valuable resources and guidance to contractors and public agencies. Through educational initiatives and outreach programs, we emphasize the importance of adhering to prevailing wage laws and fostering a construction industry built on integrity, fairness, and legal compliance.
125+
Years of combined experience
in labor compliance
4.8 M
Civil wage penalty assessments (based on referrals from LMCC to DLSE) 2021 - current
516
Total number of cases referred to DLSE and currently monitored
14.1 M
Total civil wage penalty assessments (based on referrals from LMCC to DLSE)
KNOW THE LAW
Under state law, contractors and subcontractors working on public works projects must pay their employees the prevailing wage, including benefits, when the total project cost exceeds $1,000. These wage rates are established to reflect the standard compensation for similar work in the project’s geographic area.
The Davis-Bacon Act, passed in 1931, mandates that contractors and subcontractors pay workers no less than the local prevailing wage on most federally funded or assisted construction projects. These wage rates, determined by the U.S. Department of Labor, are based on wages paid to workers in similar trades within the project’s geographic area.
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The Skilled & Trained Workforce (“STW”) requirements establish specific qualifications for workers in the building and construction industry, as mandated by California law. These requirements apply to certain public and private projects, ensuring that a designated percentage of the workforce has completed state-approved apprenticeship programs or holds equivalent credentials.
EDUCATION
As part of our educational efforts, LMCC has partnered with the Labor Commissioner's Office to provide educational seminars that cover an overview of prevailing wage laws, apprenticeship standards, compliance requirements, and public works enforcement.​
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These free events are ideal for contractors, awarding agencies, labor compliance agencies, and others involved in the construction industry who are committed to staying in compliance with the law.
Contact Us
501 Shatto Place, Suite 260, Los Angeles, CA 90020 socallmcc.org | Tel: 213-385-5622