
Payroll4Construction is a specialized payroll service built for the construction industry. It handles complex payroll requirements like prevailing wage rates, union fringes, and multi-state tax jurisdictions that contractors face.
Foundation Software operates the service, with in-house payroll experts calculating and processing each payroll submission. Contractors submit employee timecards, approve the calculations prepared by Payroll4Construction's team, and then the service distributes paychecks and direct deposits while handling all tax filing automatically at local, state, and federal levels.
The system handles multiple states, trades, and jobs on a single timecard. Workers track different pay rates when they move between jobs, trades, or locations throughout their day. Integration capabilities connect the platform with accounting software like FOUNDATION, QuickBooks, and Sage, reducing duplicate data entry and keeping job costing accurate.
Users get access to over 40 construction-specific reports, including certified payroll, union reporting, EEO compliance, and job costing analysis. The platform offers both web-based and mobile interfaces, allowing teams to submit timecards from any location. Free construction reporting features are included with the standard payroll package, covering certified payroll in print and electronic formats, basic job cost reports, and workers' compensation tracking.
Pricing is available upon request. The service includes unlimited support from construction payroll specialists. ABC contractor members receive free setup and training, worth up to $1,500. No free trial or free version available—the company offers custom quotes based on business needs.
Payroll4Construction is for construction companies dealing with industry-specific requirements that generic payroll systems can't handle—prevailing wages, union fringes, and multi-state tax compliance.
The tool works for residential and commercial contractors, heavy civil construction firms, specialty trade contractors, and any construction business with payroll complexity.
Public reviews for Payroll4Construction are limited, which isn't unusual for specialized B2B payroll services that rely on word-of-mouth referrals and industry partnerships. The feedback that exists highlights reliable weekly processing customized for construction, knowledgeable support staff, and an interface that works well with Foundation software. Users mention cost savings on processing fees, simple onboarding, and the ability to track every job site with easy corrections to previous payrolls.
Complaints focus on flexibility issues once data is entered, problems with certain state-specific certified payroll report fields not completing correctly (particularly Illinois CPR), and occasional customer service frustrations. Some users forget procedures for tasks like voiding and reissuing payroll checks. The limited volume of online reviews makes it hard to gauge how widespread these issues are or whether they've been addressed in recent updates.
Payroll4Construction is built just for construction companies. Unlike regular payroll services, it handles certified payroll reports, prevailing wage calculations, and union reporting. The system lets workers track different pay rates on a single timecard when they move between jobs, trades, or locations. In-house construction payroll experts process each payroll submission, so you won't need to teach them about construction payroll—they already know the industry.
Can I process payroll for employees working in multiple states?Yes. The system handles multi-state and multi-jurisdiction payroll. You can process payroll for employees working across different states, cities, and job sites all at once. The software automatically calculates the correct taxes and rates based on where your employees are working, and handles tax filing automatically at local, state, and federal levels. This saves you from figuring out different tax requirements for each location.
How does the mobile timecard entry work?The mobile app lets your field workers enter their hours from the jobsite using their phones or tablets. They can clock in and out with GPS stamps that show their location, helping verify they're actually at the worksite. Supervisors can approve timecards in bulk to save time, and workers can switch between different tasks to track pay rates throughout their day. It cuts down on paperwork and manual data entry.
Will Payroll4Construction work with my accounting software?The system integrates with construction accounting software like FOUNDATION, QuickBooks, and Sage. These integrations cut down on double data entry and help keep your job costing accurate. When payroll is processed, the system automatically updates your accounting software with the right job cost information. This connection helps make sure your payroll and accounting records match up.
How does certified payroll reporting work?Certified payroll reporting is handled automatically based on the timecard data you enter. The system generates compliant reports in both print and electronic formats for government projects. These reports work with systems like LCPtracker, eMARs, and other electronic filing platforms. You don't need to fill out separate forms or manually calculate prevailing wages—the system does it based on your project requirements.



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