Construction Cost Tracking Software

Real Time Job Costing Built for Contractors Who Want to Stay Profitable

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Stop chasing spreadsheets. Start protecting your profit on every job.

Replace spreadsheets with one simple construction cost tracking software for building projects. Track labour, materials, plant, and subcontractors in real time. See budget vs actuals at a glance and keep profits on track.

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"We have been using LiveCosts for just over 2 months and can honestly say its changed procurement and budget management for the better! Clear, user friendly and provides all of the information in easy to run reports. Editing and Amending orders and projects has never been easier. Service, training and support is also second to none. If you are looking for a system, built for construction, by people who know and understand construction, I would highly recommend you look into LiveCosts."

Michelle Winstone

Senior Buyer, Fill Metallbau UK Ltd

Instant visibility into all your construction costs

Built by contractors for contractors

Job Costing

Ditch the spreadsheets. Track costs in real time and protect your margins.

Purchase Order Tracking

Cut through the paperwork and simplify your procurement process.

Invoice Management

With AI-powered line item extraction and 3-way matching, LiveCosts takes invoices from inbox to approval in seconds.

Time Tracking

Track time for employees, subcontractor dayworks, and equipment usage, while improving project efficiency.

Reporting

Stay ahead with real-time Budget vs Actuals, detailed WIP Reports, and P&L Statements tailored for your projects.

Integrations

LiveCosts provides an easy-to-use platform to track project costs without exposing sensitive accounting data.

Who We Built This for

LiveCosts is trusted by construction professionals who believe strong cost tracking is the foundation of profitable projects. Reliable construction cost tracking software built for contractors.

General Contractors
Electrical Contractors
Plumbing Contractors
HVAC Contractors
Civil Contractors
Sub-Contractors

General Contractors

General Contractors

LiveCosts gives you one powerful system to monitor labour, materials, plant, and subcontractors as costs happen, not weeks later.

Electrical Contractors

Electrical Contractors

Stay on budget, track costs, and improve profitability with software designed to streamline cost management for every electrical project

Plumbing Contractors

Plumbing Contractors

Simplify procurement, track costs, and boost profitability with easy-to-use software designed for plumbing contractors.

HVAC Contractors

Hvac Contractors

Streamline everything from procurement workflows to profit reports with software designed for HVAC contractors, boosting efficiency and profitability.

Civil Contractors

Civil Contractors

Enhance the profitability of your Civil’s business with one user-friendly solution

Sub-Contractors

Sub - Contractors

Manage procurement, track costs, and optimize workflows with easy-to-use software designed for subcontractors

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Trusted by Thousands. Built on Experience.

Built on over 20 years of industry experience, LiveCosts delivers the accuracy and control construction professionals expect from trusted construction cost tracking software.

With 20,000 users and a 98.5% customer retention rate, we’ve proven that once contractors experience real-time cost tracking that actually works, they never go back to spreadsheets.

Trusted by Contractors Worldwide

Find out how we help our customers get measurable results.

Our clients are at the heart of everything we do; we know how your business works.

X-Pro Projects

South Africa

From Spreadsheets to Smart Control: How X-Pro Projects Transformed with LiveCosts

Rivendale Developments

United Kingdom

Rivendale Achieves Greater Cost Control with LiveCosts

Triur Construction

Ireland

LiveCosts revolutionised Triur Construction’s Cost Controls

Hankinson Whittle

United Kingdom

LiveCosts helps Hankinson Whittle control their day-to-day materials spend.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Construction Cost Tracking Software?

See key cost data about your projects, automatically, in live reports on a custom dashboard. Learn more about LiveCosts construction project dashboard.

How does Construction Cost Tracking Software work?

The software integrates with accounting tools and project data to track expenses in real-time. It categorises costs like labour, materials, and equipment, giving detailed insights into budget vs actual spending.

Who can benefit from using project cost management software ?

Contractors, project managers, quantity surveyors, office admin and construction business owners can benefit. It’s ideal for SMBs managing multiple projects where accurate cost control is crucial.

Are there Budget Management Features?

Yes it is a construction budgeting software. Budgets can be created from templates or imported from excel. Simple or complex structures can be created based on the contractors needs.

Why is cost tracking important in construction projects?

Cost tracking ensures projects stay on budget by providing visibility into where money is spent. It helps identify overspending early, improves profit margins, and ensures accurate financial reporting.

What features should I look for in Construction Cost Tracking Software?

Key features include real-time Job costing, Procurement workflows, Invoice management, financial reports and integration with accounting software like Xero, Sage & QuickBooks and support for complex budget project structures.

Can Construction Cost Tracking Software integrate with Xero, Sage or QuickBooks?

Yes, most modern solutions integrate seamlessly with accounting software like Xero, Sage and QuickBooks, ensuring accurate, up-to-date cost tracking across all systems.

How do I choose the best Construction Cost Tracking Software for my business?

Consider ease of use, features like real-time cost tracking, integration capabilities, customer support, and scalability to suit both simple and complex project needs.