Construction Job Costing Software
Control Project Costs with Accurate Job Costing
Stay on budget, improve profitability, and simplify your processes with our easy-to-use construction job costing system
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No real-time cost tracking
With 88% of spreadsheets containing errors, relying on manual cost tracking leads to mistakes, wasted time, and budget overruns.

Late cost overrun alerts
Nearly 85% of construction projects go over budget, often because cost overruns aren’t spotted early enough to take corrective action.

No Budgets vs actual costs
Only 31% of projects stay within 10% of their original budget, making it difficult for contractors to accurately forecast project expenses.
Contractors trust us to deliver their job costing

Derek Byrne
Financial ControllerIt has been a game changer for us. We now use QuickBooks for head line reporting of profit & loss and LiveCosts provides the drill down into each project. LiveCosts are also excellent with customer support, implementing client suggested changes / enhancements. Couldn't recommend this app highly enough.

Natalie Macaulay
Director @JCM Fine JoineryAfter 18 months searching, LiveCosts stood out immediately. Unlike other costly, clunky tools, LiveCosts connected us with real people who genuinely cared about our needs. They tailored the solution, stayed highly responsive, and were a pleasure to work with. As a people-focused business, we truly value their ethos. Highly recommended for Xero users!"

Sean Drumm
BCAR Co-ordinatorA fantastic tool for any business. LiveCosts is easy to use and effective. The team behind LiveCosts are fast and reliable, I highly recommend LiveCosts for any business..
Construction Job Costing Software made Simple
Job costing software is essential for contractors to accurately track, and manage project expenses. By providing real-time insights into costs versus budgets, job costing software enables informed decision making, enhances profitability, and ensures projects remain on schedule and within budget. Implementing job costing software streamlines operations, reduces manual errors, and offers a competitive edge to increase profitability per project.

Key Benefits of our Job Costing Solution
Project Accounting
Effective project accounting is key to staying on budget and maximising profitability. Our job costing system offers a simple solution to manage the financial aspects of individual projects, ensuring complete visibility and control over your accounts.
- Gain a clear financial overview for individual projects.
- Strengthen decisions with real-time financial visibility
- Increase profitability by identifying inefficiencies


Custom Cost Categories
No two construction projects or companies are the same, and your cost tracking system should reflect that. Our job costing solution allows you to create cost categories that align with your unique business and project needs. Then simply allocate your costs.
- Organise projects with simple or complex budget structures.
- Improve accuracy in tracking labour, materials, subcontracts, equipment etc.
- View costs in Real time
On Demand Reporting
Accurate reporting is essential for understanding the financial health of your projects. Our job costing system provides detailed reports that enable you to monitor budgets, track performance, and take corrective action when needed all in real-time
- Budget v Actuals
- WIP Reports
- Profit and Loss (P&L) Statements

Connect your favorite accounting softwares
Why LiveCosts ?
Built by Contractors
Designed by construction professionals, LiveCosts tracks job costs the way contractors actually work.
Easy To Use
Most job costing tools are either too complex or too basic. LiveCosts is powerful yet simple, set up in hours, not weeks.
Great Support
Get real support from industry experts who understand your business. No bots, just fast, reliable help when you need it.
What Our Customers Say
“The most beneficial aspect of LiveCosts has to be the cost and reports for each project and the live profit margins. They’re being shown right there on the home page once you log in so it’s easy and clear to see all the real-time information with the reports just being pulled up within minutes”.
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FAQ's
What is job costing?
Job costing is a method of tracking costs for individual construction projects. It allows you to monitor expenses for labour, materials, and other resources to ensure budgets are met and profitability is maintained.
How does job costing benefit construction companies?
Job costing provides clear insights into project expenses, helping construction companies identify cost overruns, improve profitability, and make informed decisions about resource allocation.
Can this software integrate with accounting tools?
Yes! Our job costing software integrates seamlessly with popular accounting platforms like Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage, ensuring accurate and consistent financial data.
With LiveCosts, you can track running costs against the overall budget in your construction project dashboard, set budgets for each phase for deeper tracking, and visualise costs as a project progresses.
How does this software improve cost tracking?
The software provides real-time updates on labour, materials, and other project costs. Detailed reports help track expenses against budgets, ensuring financial control and reducing errors.
Does the software handle multiple projects simultaneously?
Absolutely. The software is designed to manage job costing across multiple projects, giving you detailed insights for each one while maintaining an overview of company-wide budgets.
How can job costing software improve decision-making?
By offering real-time cost tracking and detailed reporting, the software equips construction professionals with the data they need to make proactive decisions, ensuring projects stay on track and within budget.
What are the common mistakes SMB contractors make when tracking project costs?
Contractors often rely on spreadsheets, fail to allocate costs accurately, and struggle with poor communication between teams. These issues can lead to costly errors, inefficiencies, and budget overruns.
Why are spreadsheets not the best option for tracking construction project costs?
Spreadsheets are prone to errors, time-consuming to manage, and provide outdated data. They also create silos that disconnect teams, making it hard to collaborate and maintain accurate cost tracking.
How can I improve communication between teams on construction projects?
Implementing real-time, collaborative tools that integrate field and office data can ensure everyone is on the same page, reduce errors, and improve decision-making, ultimately keeping projects on track.
What’s the problem with using cost codes for live project costing?
Cost codes often don’t account for real-time changes like material price fluctuations or unexpected delays. Integrated tools that track estimates and live costs together provide more accurate, up-to-date insights.
How detailed should cost tracking be for small vs. large construction projects?
For smaller projects (<€500k), high-level cost categories suffice, while larger projects (>€500k) require detailed tracking for better cost control and variance analysis. Complexity and client needs influence the level of detail.
What’s the benefit of holding project post-mortems on cost tracking?
Project post-mortems help identify missed opportunities and prevent future financial mistakes. Using accurate, real-time committed cost tracking ensures your post-mortem is based on reliable, up-to-date data, reducing budget overruns.
These FAQs address the key pain points and solutions highlighted in your posts and can help guide potential customers through the decision-making process.