Free Job Costing Template
Track actual costs vs estimated costs on every job. Know your real margins and identify where you're losing money.
What's Included
- ✓Side-by-side estimated vs actual cost tracking
- ✓Variance calculation (over/under budget)
- ✓Labor hours tracking by phase
- ✓Material cost tracking with PO references
- ✓Profit and margin summary dashboard
FAQ
What is job costing in construction?
Job costing is tracking all actual costs (materials, labor, equipment, subcontractors) on a project and comparing them to your estimate. It tells you your real profit margin on each job and helps you identify where you lose money so future estimates are more accurate.
Why is job costing important for contractors?
Without job costing, you don't know if you're actually making money on each job. Many contractors think they're profitable but lose money on specific tasks. Job costing reveals your true margins, helps you price future jobs accurately, and identifies which types of work are most profitable.
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