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Time Tracking for Construction

Harvest is a time tracking and invoicing tool that helps construction teams save up to 8% of payroll expenses annually by eliminating inaccuracies and time theft.

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How much revenue is your team leaving on the table?

Most agencies run at 55-60% utilization. Even a small improvement means significant revenue. See what closing the gap looks like for your team.

Number of people who track billable time
$
Blended rate across roles (junior, senior, lead)
55%
Percentage of total hours that are billable. Industry average is 55-60%.
75%
A realistic target for service businesses is 70-80%.
Monthly revenue gap $0
Revenue at current utilization $0/mo
Revenue at target utilization $0/mo
Extra billable hours needed per person/day 0h
Annual revenue opportunity $0

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Walk through the entire flow below. Start a timer, check your reports, and create a real invoice — all in three clicks.

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One click and you're timing. Try it right here: start a timer, add an entry, edit the details. This is exactly how it feels in Harvest.

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  • Day, week & calendar views to stay on top of it all
  • Friendly reminders so no hour gets left behind
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The Cost of Time Theft in Construction

In the construction industry, time theft and inaccuracies in tracking can lead to significant financial losses. Studies show that time theft can impact 75% of employers, costing roughly 7% of labor budgets. Inaccurate records, such as "buddy punching" and payroll errors, can account for up to 8% of a construction company’s total payroll expenses annually. This highlights the urgent need for precise time tracking solutions to safeguard against revenue loss.

Harvest provides a comprehensive solution with its one-click start/stop timers and manual time entry options, ensuring that every minute is accurately logged. By reducing reliance on manual data collection, Harvest can prevent the common errors associated with traditional paper timesheets, helping companies save an average of over $700,000 in their first year of digital tracking.

Boosting Productivity with Real-Time Tracking

Construction productivity has been stagnant, growing only 1% annually over the past 20 years, compared to the global economy’s 2.8% growth rate. This is partly due to inefficient time tracking methods that waste up to 25% of employee time. By implementing efficient time tracking tools, construction companies can significantly enhance productivity and efficiency.

Harvest's time tracking capabilities include real-time data collection and detailed reporting, allowing managers to monitor project budgets and team utilization effectively. With Harvest, budget tracking improvements can leap from 48% to 76%, and goal accomplishment can rise from 52% to 80%, making it an indispensable tool for construction project management.

Integrating Time Tracking with Project Management

In the dynamic environment of construction, integrating time tracking with project management systems is crucial for streamlined operations. Many companies struggle with outdated systems, with 38% still using paper timesheets and punch cards. This often leads to errors and inefficiencies that can hinder project success.

Harvest seamlessly integrates with popular project management tools like Asana, Trello, and Basecamp, facilitating a cohesive workflow across multiple job sites. This integration ensures that time tracking data feeds directly into project management systems, enabling more accurate labor cost tracking and better project oversight. As a result, construction teams can maintain compliance with labor standards while optimizing their operations for maximum efficiency.

Reducing Labor Costs Through Automation

Labor costs account for 30% or more of a contractor’s total expenses, making efficient management essential. Automation in time tracking can significantly reduce these expenses by eliminating errors and improving data accuracy. GPS and facial recognition technologies, for instance, can cut labor costs by up to 32% in the first year alone.

Harvest supports automation through its intuitive tracking features and extensive integration options. By adopting Harvest, construction companies can reduce manual entry errors and enhance the accuracy of payroll records, ensuring compliance with regulations such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This not only reduces costs but also boosts productivity, providing a clear return on investment.

Time Tracking for Construction with Harvest

See how Harvest tracks time across multiple job sites, reducing errors and increasing efficiency for construction teams.

Harvest time tracking interface tailored for construction projects

Time Tracking for Construction FAQs

  • Time tracking can significantly reduce costs in construction by eliminating inaccuracies and time theft, which can account for up to 8% of payroll expenses. Tools like Harvest automate data collection, cutting labor costs by up to 32% in the first year.

  • Construction time tracking software should include GPS tracking, integration with project management tools, and detailed reporting capabilities. Harvest offers these features, ensuring accurate time logs and streamlined project management.

  • Harvest integrates seamlessly with project management tools such as Asana, Trello, and Basecamp. This integration allows for smooth data flow, enhancing project oversight and labor cost tracking.

  • Yes, efficient time tracking can significantly improve productivity by reducing manual entry errors and providing real-time data. With Harvest, companies have reported productivity improvements from 52% to 80%.

  • Construction companies benefit from digital time tracking by saving costs, reducing errors, and improving compliance with labor laws. Harvest helps companies save over $700,000 in the first year of switching from paper timesheets.

  • "Buddy punching" is when employees clock in for each other, leading to inaccurate time tracking. Using digital solutions like Harvest, which offer biometric verification, can prevent this form of time theft.

  • Yes, Harvest offers mobile apps for iOS and Android, allowing field workers to track time across multiple job sites efficiently. This ensures accurate time logs even with unreliable internet connectivity.