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BLDR Time

Union timesheet app for commercial construction. 7 overtime calculation modes, GPS verification, certified payroll, and crew scheduling.

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What is BLDR Time?​

BLDR Time is purpose-built for union and prevailing wage payroll complexity. Seven overtime calculation modes (including California), GPS with geofencing, kiosk mode for shared job site tablets, multi-level approval chains, and one-click certified payroll reports (WH-347).

Works standalone, or as a BLDR Pro add-on where time data connects directly to your project forms and documentation.

Key Features​

7 Overtime Calculation Modes​

  • ST Only — Straight time, no overtime
  • ST/OT — Standard overtime after threshold
  • ST/OT/DT — Double time after extended hours
  • Weekend Rules — Different rates for Saturday/Sunday
  • Weekly OT (40 hrs) — Federal standard
  • California Mode — Daily OT after 8, DT after 12, 7th day rules
  • Holiday Premium — 1.5x to 3x holiday pay

GPS and Geofencing​

Auto-capture GPS coordinates on clock-in/out. Geofence alerts verify workers are on the correct job site. Real-time worker map for admin visibility.

Kiosk Mode​

Shared tablet at the job site gate. Workers clock in with PIN entry. Auto-reset security between users. No personal device required.

Crew Management​

Three-tier system: manage individuals, predefined crews, or ad-hoc crew selection. Assign crews to projects with weekly calendar view. Copy schedules week to week.

Multi-Level Approvals​

Configurable approval chains: Foreman → PM → Admin → Payroll. Each level reviews and signs off before timesheets move forward.

Certified Payroll (WH-347)​

One-click Davis-Bacon certified payroll reports. Automatic calculations for prevailing wage, fringe benefits, and classifications. California eCPR compatible.

Prevailing Wage Rate Management​

Manage Davis-Bacon rate tables by trade and classification. Automatic rate lookups. Journey/apprentice rates. Fringe benefit calculations built in. Rate change alerts.

Alt Workweek and Holidays​

Support for 4x10, 9/80, 3x12 schedules. Per-employee overtime rules. Holiday premium pay configurable per project.

Time Off and PTO​

Request and approval workflow for PTO, sick leave, and vacation. Balance tracking per employee.

Digital Signatures​

Touch-friendly signature capture for employees and supervisors. Audit-ready, timestamped documentation.

Field to Payroll Flow​

Clock In (GPS) → Auto-Calculate ST/OT/DT → Sign & Submit → Approve → Export
  1. Clock In — GPS captured automatically, geofence verified
  2. Auto Calculate — ST/OT/DT computed based on project rules
  3. Sign and Submit — Digital signatures from worker and supervisor
  4. Approve — Multi-level approval chain
  5. Export — CSV, Excel, PDF, or email to payroll

Integrations​

SystemIntegration
BLDR ProTime data connects to project forms and documentation
ProcoreSync time data with Procore projects
QuickBooksExport timesheets to QuickBooks payroll

Compliance​

RequirementHow BLDR Time Handles It
Davis-Bacon ActWH-347 certified payroll with one click
California Prevailing WageCalifornia OT mode + eCPR export
DIR eCPRElectronic certified payroll reporting compatible
Apprenticeship RatiosClassification tracking with journey/apprentice rates
GPS VerificationTimestamped location proof for every clock-in/out

Reports​

12+ built-in reports plus a custom report builder. Schedule automated email delivery.

  • Weekly payroll reports
  • Cost code summaries
  • Labor distribution by project
  • Overtime analysis
  • Certified payroll (WH-347)
  • Crew productivity
  • GPS verification logs

Who Uses BLDR Time?​

  • Union Contractors — Complex OT rules, prevailing wage, certified payroll
  • General Contractors — Multi-project labor tracking with cost code allocation
  • Subcontractors — Crew time tracking with foreman approval
  • Payroll Administrators — One-click WH-347 generation, payroll export

Pricing​

PlanPriceFeatures
Basic$2/user/moTime entry, ST/OT/DT, GPS, digital signatures, CSV/Excel export
Pro$4/user/moEverything in Basic + certified payroll, prevailing wage, kiosk mode, geofencing, crew scheduling, multi-level approvals, custom reports, time off management
EnterpriseCustomEverything in Pro + SSO/SAML, volume discounts, SLA guarantee, dedicated support

$20/month minimum. Active users = logins in billing period.

14-day free trial on all plans. No credit card required.

Also available as a BLDR Pro add-on — time data connects directly to your project documentation.

Getting Started​

  1. Go to bldrtime.com
  2. Create a free account
  3. Set up your projects and rate tables
  4. Have your crew start clocking in

Works offline. Works on any device. English and Spanish.

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