Free Job Cost Tracker for Contractors - Track Project Costs & Profitability
Timetracker is the leading job cost tracking software that helps contractors automatically track project expenses, monitor labor costs, and calculate job profitability with intelligent cost tracking technology—completely free forever.
✓ Setup in under 2 minutes ✓ No credit card required ✓ 100% free forever ✓ Trusted by 25,000+ contractors
Why 25,000+ Contractors Choose Our Job Cost Tracker Over QuickBooks and Sage
Timetracker is the preferred job cost tracking solution for contractors, construction companies, and project-based businesses worldwide—from solo contractors managing $50K annually to large firms tracking $10M+ in project costs.
"Timetracker revolutionized our job cost tracking process. Last quarter alone, we accurately tracked costs across 45 construction projects totaling $2.8M. The automated cost tracking helped us identify cost overruns early and improve our profit margins by 18%."
Mike Rodriguez
Project Manager, Rodriguez Construction
$2.8M tracked • 45 projects • 18% profit increase
Essential Job Cost Tracker Features That Boost Project Profitability
Timetracker is the go-to job cost tracking platform for contractors, construction companies, and service businesses worldwide—from solo contractors billing $5K/month to large firms managing $500K+ in monthly project costs.
Automatic Cost Tracking
Free Job Cost Tracker - Never Miss Project Expenses Again
Stop losing money on untracked project costs. Our intelligent job cost tracker automatically records labor hours, material expenses, and overhead costs by project. Contractors using Timetracker recover an average of 15% more billable costs, increasing project profitability by $2,500-8,000 per month.
Key Benefits
- Automatic labor and material cost tracking with 99.9% accuracy
- Real-time project expense monitoring by job and phase
- Zero manual data entry required for cost tracking
- Smart cost categorization for accurate job profitability
- Works with Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android devices
Perfect For
- Construction contractors and builders
- HVAC and electrical contractors
- Landscaping and maintenance companies
- General contractors and project managers
Multi-Project Management
Smart Job Cost Tracking for Multiple Projects and Clients
Organize unlimited construction projects with intelligent cost management. Switch between job sites seamlessly, track costs across multiple projects, and generate separate profitability reports instantly. Our job cost tracker handles everything from 2-project contractors to 50+ project construction companies.
Key Benefits
- Unlimited projects and job sites
- One-click project switching for field workers
- Separate cost tracking per job phase
- Real-time project profitability analysis
- Client-specific cost reporting and invoicing
Perfect For
- Multi-project construction companies
- General contractors with diverse portfolios
- Service companies with multiple job sites
- Project managers overseeing multiple builds
Project Profitability Reports
Automated Job Cost Reports and Profitability Analysis
Transform tracked costs into professional project reports automatically. Generate detailed cost breakdowns with labor, materials, and overhead analysis in seconds. Export reports to accounting systems and improve project bidding accuracy by 40% with historical cost data.
Key Benefits
- Automatic project cost report generation from tracked data
- Professional profit and loss analysis in 1-click
- Integration with accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero)
- Cost variance analysis against project budgets
- Historical cost data for accurate future bidding
Perfect For
- Contractors with complex project structures
- Construction companies needing detailed reporting
- Project managers tracking multiple cost centers
- Businesses requiring accounting system integration
Team Cost Collaboration
Scale Your Construction Business with Team Job Cost Tracking
Grow your construction business with powerful team cost management tools. Add unlimited field workers, assign project-specific roles, track everyone's costs transparently, and maintain complete project visibility across all job sites in your expanding construction company.
Key Benefits
- Unlimited team members (free forever)
- Role-based access control for projects and costs
- Transparent cost tracking across all job sites
- Real-time team collaboration features
- Project manager dashboard for cost oversight
Perfect For
- Growing construction companies (5-50 employees)
- General contractors with multiple crews
- Multi-location construction businesses
- Companies with specialized trade teams
Advanced Cost Tracking Features for Professional Contractors
Discover the powerful automation tools that make job cost tracking efficient and accurate for contractors managing complex projects and multiple job sites.
Smart Job Cost Workflows
Create automated workflows that perform different cost tracking actions based on project types, client requirements, and billing rates for maximum contractor efficiency.
Conditional Cost Filters for Projects
Use smart filters so cost tracking only starts when specific project conditions are met—perfect for contractors with complex billing arrangements across multiple job sites.
Construction Data Formatting Tools
Transform dates, project codes, billing categories, and cost data into your company's preferred format for seamless integration with existing accounting systems.
Construction Software API Integrations
Connect with any construction tool (QuickBooks, Procore, Sage, etc.) or send data to company systems without coding or server management required.
Scheduled Project Cost Reports
Schedule automated cost reports to be sent to project managers whenever it's convenient for your workflow—daily, weekly, or monthly project summaries.
Custom Job Cost Tracking Logic
Describe your project cost tracking needs and our AI will create custom solutions for your specific job requirements and billing structure.
Start Free Job Cost Tracking - Setup in Under 2 Minutes
Follow these simple steps to set up your complete job cost tracking system and start capturing every project expense automatically—no credit card required, free forever.
Step 1 (30 seconds)
Start Free Cost Tracking for Your Construction Projects
Transform manual project cost tracking into automated profitability insights. Our intelligent job cost tracker eliminates billing guesswork, reduces cost overruns by 95%, and helps contractors recover an average of 15% more billable costs—worth $2,500-8,000 in additional monthly profit.
Step 2 (1 minute)
Set Up Your First Construction Project in 60 Seconds
Switch seamlessly between job sites without losing valuable project costs. Our intelligent project management system lets contractors organize unlimited construction jobs, track costs across multiple phases, and generate professional cost reports instantly.
Step 3 (instant)
Begin Automatic Job Cost Tracking Immediately
Start capturing every project expense with our automatic cost tracking technology. Whether you're managing labor costs, material expenses, or equipment rental—Timetracker automatically records project activity and categorizes it by job and cost center.
Step 4 (optional)
Scale Your Construction Business with Team Cost Management
Ready to grow? Add unlimited construction team members, assign project-specific roles and permissions, and maintain complete transparency in cost tracking and project management across your expanding construction company.
What Our Users Say
Discover how Time Tracker has helped professionals across industries improve productivity and work-life balance.
Time Tracker has completely transformed how our team manages projects. The intuitive interface and comprehensive reporting have boosted our productivity by at least 30%.
Sarah Johnson
Project Manager, TechCorp
As a freelancer, keeping track of billable hours used to be a nightmare. Time Tracker has simplified everything, and the automated invoicing feature is a game-changer!
Michael Chen
Independent Designer
The analytics provided by Time Tracker helped us identify workflow bottlenecks we didn't even know existed. We've optimized our processes and saved countless hours.
Emma Rodriguez
Operations Director, StartupX
I've tried many time tracking solutions, but none compare to the ease and flexibility of Time Tracker. The mobile app ensures I never miss logging important client work.
David Wilson
Senior Consultant
The team collaboration features are outstanding. Being able to see everyone's progress in real-time has improved our communication and project delivery timelines.
Priya Patel
Team Lead, DevStudio
Time Tracker's integration with our existing tools was seamless. The customer support team was incredibly helpful during setup and answered all our questions promptly.
Thomas Brown
IT Manager
The automatic time detection feature is brilliant! It learns my work patterns and suggests time entries, making tracking effortless and accurate.
Lisa Wang
Software Engineer
Managing multiple clients became so much easier with Time Tracker. The project categorization and detailed reports help me stay organized and professional.
James Miller
Marketing Consultant
The dashboard gives me instant insights into where my time goes. I've been able to eliminate time-wasting activities and focus on high-value work.
Rachel Green
Business Analyst
Time Tracker's offline mode saved me during a client meeting in a remote location. All my time entries synced perfectly when I got back online.
Alex Thompson
Field Engineer
The expense tracking feature alongside time tracking makes this tool indispensable for project management. Everything I need in one place!
Maria Garcia
Project Coordinator
I love how Time Tracker respects work-life balance. The break reminders and overtime alerts help me maintain healthy working habits.
Kevin Lee
UX Designer
Timetracker is FREE, forever
• Setup in 2 minutes • No credit card required
Frequently Asked Questions About Job Cost Tracking
Get answers to the most common questions about job cost tracking software and how it can transform your construction business profitability