Online payroll for construction

Construction payroll software helps you manage payroll and timesheets for your crew—on-site or on the go. It’s no wonder that 30,000 construction small businesses use QuickBooks Payroll.1

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Explore our payroll service for construction

Save time and stay organized with Auto Payroll, time tracking, and automated taxes and forms.** Keep your finances in one place and view reports that help you make informed decisions for your construction business.

Manage labor costs

Manage labor costs

Do your employees work jobs with different hourly rates? No problem. Create multiple pay rates for the same worker or for each crew member in QuickBooks. With straightforward reporting features, track expenses and get labor costs for each project.

Manage labor costs

Manage labor costs

Do your employees work jobs with different hourly rates? No problem. Create multiple pay rates for the same worker or for each crew member in QuickBooks. With straightforward reporting features, track expenses and get labor costs for each project.

Pay contractors

Pay contractors

We’ll track contractor payments and help you fill out your 1099s—just send copies to contractors and get back to business. Tax forms have never been this simple.

Time tracking

Track time and create schedules

Manage multiple timesheets, approve time when you’re ready, and edit, publish, and share schedules with with your team.

Explore time tracking

Construction reporting

Construction reporting

Run reports to find out how much you’re paying in overtime. View project and labor costs by crew, independent contractors, and more so you always know how your business is doing.


Direct deposit

Direct deposit

Make your workers happy and keep money in your pocket longer with same-day or next-day direct deposit.**

Workers comp average

Workers’ comp

Help protect your construction company and your team with workers’ comp powered by Next. Stay compliant and never miss a payment with automated, pay-as-you-go premiums.**

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Time tracking for construction

Construction and field crews have a lot to keep track of on a job site. With QuickBooks Payroll you can enter your employees hours or give them protected time entry access. You'll also save 2 hours on each payroll run and an average of 4% on payroll costs.3

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How to manage payroll for construction workers

Once you’ve set up your payroll in QuickBooks, you can get started paying your construction workers and set your payroll to run automatically with direct deposit. With automated tax payments and filing, QuickBooks even monitors and updates your federal, state, and local taxes so you don’t have to.**



  • Sign in to QuickBooks to confirm details like your bank account and pay date.
  • Select the employees you want to pay and enter their hours worked, or simply review and approve their timesheets.
  • Once everything’s in, preview and edit checks as needed.
  • When you’re ready, submit and run payroll.
  • You’re all set. Print paychecks or pay stubs from QuickBooks, or allow employees and contractors to view them online.
List of taxes marked as paid and automatically paid by QuickBooks payroll.

Why use QuickBooks Payroll for your construction company?

When managing a construction company, it’s important to know where your money is going and ensure your financials are accurate. With QuickBooks, federal and state payroll taxes are calculated, filed, and deducted automatically.**

Pick the plan that’s right for you

Payroll Core

Pay your team and get payroll taxes done for you. Time not included.
$50
$15/mo


Take care of payday
Full-service payroll
We’ll calculate, file, and pay your payroll taxes for you and more.
Includes automated taxes & forms
Auto Payroll
Run Auto Payroll for salaried employees on direct deposit. Review, approve, or edit payroll before payday.**
1099 E-File & Pay
Create and e-file unlimited 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC forms.
Next-day direct deposit
Offer fast direct deposit for your team.
Expert product support
Get step-by-step help, troubleshooting assistance, tips, and resources via phone or chat.**
Take care of your team
Employee portal
Your team can access their pay stubs and W-2s and enter their personal, direct deposit, and tax info online or in app.**
Health benefits for your team
Offer affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance packages by Allstate Health Solutions.**
401(k) plans
Access affordable retirement plans by Guideline that sync with QuickBooks Payroll.**
Workers’ comp administration
Save money and get coverage for on-the-job injuries with a policy by NEXT.**

Payroll Premium

Streamline payday and access HR. Includes Time Premium.

$85
$2550/mo


Take care of payday
Full-service payroll
We’ll calculate, file, and pay your payroll taxes for you and more.
Includes automated taxes & forms
Auto Payroll
Run Auto Payroll for salaried employees on direct deposit. Review, approve, or edit payroll before payday.**
1099 E-File & Pay
Create and e-file unlimited 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC forms.
Same-day direct deposit
Pay employees faster, for free. Submit payroll up to the morning of payday.
24/7 expert product support
Get troubleshooting assistance, tips, and resources from payroll support experts by phone, chat, or video.**
Expert review
An expert will review your payroll setup for you.**
Take care of your team
Employee portal
Your team can access their pay stubs and W-2s and enter their personal, direct deposit, and tax info online or in app.**
Health benefits for your team
Offer affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance packages by Allstate Health Solutions.**
401(k) plans
Access affordable retirement plans by Guideline that sync with QuickBooks Payroll.**
Workers’ comp administration
Save money and get coverage for on-the-job injuries with a policy by NEXT.**
HR support center
Mineral Inc offers customized job descriptions and best practices on everything from hiring to performance.**
Track your team’s time
Includes Time Premium
Track, submit, and approve time from anywhere
Track time and attendance
Mobile app with GPS
See who’s working

Payroll Elite

Access on-demand experts and tax protection. Includes Time Elite.
$130
$39/mo


Take care of payday
Full-service payroll
We’ll calculate, file, and pay your payroll taxes for you and more.
Includes automated taxes & forms
Auto Payroll
Run Auto Payroll for salaried employees on direct deposit. Review, approve, or edit payroll before payday.**
1099 E-File & Pay
Create and e-file unlimited 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC forms.
Same-day direct deposit
Pay employees faster, for free. Submit payroll up to the morning of payday.
24/7 expert product support
Get troubleshooting assistance, tips, and resources from payroll support experts by phone, chat, or video.**
Expert setup
A payroll expert will complete your setup for you.**
Tax penalty protection
We’ll pay up to $25,000 if you receive a payroll tax penalty.**
Personal HR advisor
Get professional help on critical HR issues and custom handbooks and policies, powered by Mineral, Inc.**
Take care of your team
Employee portal
Your team can access their pay stubs and W-2s and enter their personal, direct deposit, and tax info online or in app.**
Health benefits for your team
Offer affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance packages by Allstate Health Solutions.**
401(k) plans
Access affordable retirement plans by Guideline that sync with QuickBooks Payroll.**
Workers’ comp administration
Save money and get coverage for on-the-job injuries with a policy by NEXT.**
HR support center
Mineral Inc offers customized job descriptions and best practices on everything from hiring to performance.**
Track your team’s time
Includes Time Elite
Combine project management with time tracking for more insights into how your team is working.
Track projects and time
Mobile app with GPS
See who’s working
Geofencing
Project management tools

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