Construction contractors need timesheet software that understands their world—multiple job sites, union classifications, equipment tracking, and fast payroll turnaround. While QuickBooks Time serves many industries, MSCTIME was built from the ground up specifically for construction trades, delivering features and workflows that generic time tracking simply can’t match.

Purpose-Built for Construction Workflows

QuickBooks Time works for retail stores, offices, and service businesses, but construction contractors face unique challenges that generic software wasn’t designed to handle. MSCTIME focuses exclusively on construction trades, meaning every feature addresses real jobsite needs.

When your electricians work on three different projects in one day, or your concrete crew needs to track both labor and equipment hours, MSCTIME’s interface makes these tasks straightforward. The system handles union vs. non-union classifications, prevailing wage requirements, and certified payroll reports—essentials that require workarounds or third-party add-ons in general-purpose time tracking tools.

For over 10 years, MSCTIME has refined its platform based on feedback from Canadian and US contractors. This focus means you’re not paying for features you’ll never use while missing the ones you need daily. The mobile app lets crews enter time from their phones with minimal training, and supervisors can approve hours without returning to the office.

Payroll Export Flexibility That Accountants Appreciate

Your accounting team likely has established workflows using Excel spreadsheets, QuickBooks Desktop, or specific payroll services. MSCTIME exports timesheet data in multiple formats that integrate smoothly with existing processes, eliminating double-entry and reducing payroll processing time.

The CSV and Excel export options let you customize columns to match your payroll provider’s exact requirements. QuickBooks Desktop users get properly formatted IIF files that import directly without manual adjustments. This flexibility means switching to MSCTIME doesn’t force you to change your entire accounting workflow—it enhances what you already do.

• Multiple export formats: CSV, Excel, QuickBooks IIF, and customizable templates
• Job costing integration: Hours automatically linked to projects and cost codes
• Overtime calculations: Daily, weekly, and state-specific rules handled automatically
• Approval workflows: Multi-level reviews before payroll export

Many contractors report cutting their payroll processing time in half after switching to MSCTIME. When your office manager can export clean timesheet data in minutes instead of spending hours reconciling paper timesheets or correcting entries from a system that doesn’t understand construction job costing, the ROI becomes immediately clear.

Real-World Construction Features

Construction time tracking involves more than clocking in and out. MSCTIME includes specialized features that contractors use every day, features that require expensive customization or simply don’t exist in general business software.

Equipment hour tracking runs parallel to labor hours, giving you accurate costs for both. When your excavator logs 6.5 hours on the Riverside project, that data flows directly into job costing reports alongside the operator’s time. Union contractors appreciate the built-in certified payroll reports that meet Davis-Bacon requirements without additional software.

The system tracks employee certifications and licenses with expiration alerts, helping you maintain compliance and avoid sending unqualified workers to sites with specific requirements. Per diem allowances, shift differentials, and travel time all have dedicated fields rather than requiring creative workarounds with notes or custom fields.

Mobile crews can attach photos to time entries—documenting site conditions, completed work, or materials delivered. These images link directly to specific job codes and dates, creating a visual timeline that supports change orders and resolves disputes. Offline mode ensures crews can enter time even without cell service, with automatic sync when connectivity returns.

Pricing and Support Built for Contractors

MSCTIME’s transparent pricing scales with your crew size without surprise charges or feature lockouts. The pricing plans include all construction-specific features from day one—no expensive add-ons for certified payroll or equipment tracking.

When you need help, you reach actual support staff who understand construction terminology and workflows. The toll-free number (1-877-689-2266) connects you with people who can discuss job costing, union requirements, and prevailing wage regulations—not generic tech support reading from scripts. Many contractors find this industry-specific expertise invaluable, especially during initial setup and payroll integration.

The free trial lets you test all features with your actual crew and projects before committing. You can import existing employee data, set up your job codes, and run complete payroll cycles to verify that MSCTIME fits your operations. This hands-on evaluation reveals whether the system truly works for your business better than any sales presentation could.

Getting Started and Seeing Results

Switching time tracking systems sounds disruptive, but MSCTIME’s implementation process minimizes downtime. The setup wizard walks you through employee import, job code creation, and payroll export configuration. Most contractors complete basic setup in under an hour and have crews entering time the same day.

The system tour demonstrates exactly how supervisors approve time, how office staff export payroll, and how crews use the mobile app. These practical demonstrations help your team understand the workflow before your first live payroll cycle.

Contractors typically notice immediate benefits: fewer payroll errors, faster job costing reports, and reduced administrative time. The longer you use MSCTIME, the more valuable the historical data becomes for estimating future projects and identifying which jobs—and which crew configurations—deliver the best profitability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can MSCTIME handle multiple pay rates for the same employee?

Yes, MSCTIME supports multiple pay rates per employee based on job classification, union rules, or prevailing wage requirements. When a carpenter works residential framing at one rate and commercial work at a higher rate, the system applies the correct rate automatically based on which project code they select. This eliminates manual payroll adjustments and ensures accurate job costing.

Does MSCTIME work offline for remote job sites?

The mobile app includes full offline functionality. Crews can enter time, select projects, add notes, and attach photos without internet connectivity. All entries sync automatically when the device reconnects, ensuring no data loss even at remote sites with poor cell coverage. Supervisors see pending uploads and can verify sync status before payroll processing.

How does MSCTIME integrate with existing accounting software?

MSCTIME exports timesheet data in multiple formats compatible with popular accounting and payroll systems. QuickBooks Desktop users get properly formatted IIF files that import directly. For other systems, customizable CSV and Excel exports let you match your exact column requirements. Many contractors use MSCTIME as their time tracking front-end while maintaining their preferred accounting software. Visit the FAQ page for detailed integration information.