Rated 4.9/5
SmartBarrel uses AI-powered biometric time tracking to help you capture accurate hours at the source, build timesheets automatically, and protect your margins with better labor data.
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Trusted by contractors across North America
We've been able to really maintain a very constant back of house staff while growing our field forces tremendously.
Luke Harmon, Executive VP at Prism Electric
SmartBarrel gave us accurate labor hours in real time. That visibility has been a huge win.
Randy Smith, Director of Accounting Systems and Training at DSI
$2.6M
potential waste identified in overreported hours
$260k/yr
saved in foreman / supervisor admin time
SmartBarrel is not just our vendor. SmartBarrel is our partner.
Curtis Kim, VP of Information Technology at Apache Industrial
It gives field guys also verification that they were there.
Nate Philbrick, Construction Systems Manager at Western Partitions
One of the biggest advantages is the reliability and real-time visibility it provides. Having consistent, accurate time data improves accountability and makes payroll processing much smoother. It also helps supervisors quickly verify hours.
Crystal Newton, Senior Payroll Specialist at Martin Concrete
With SmartBarrel, we've reached a 90% approval rate for time tracking, a massive improvement from our previous methods.
Michael Cottle, Project Executive at LPL Solar LLC
7,800+ hrs
admin time saved per year
$7,500
saved per foreman annually
No ObligationPersonalized WalkthroughBuilt For Construction
We’ve worked in the field and know how hard it is to get workers using new tech. That’s why we’ve made clocking in stupid simple, whether you have dozens or hundreds on a single jobsite.
All 3 clock-in methods use our AI-powered facial verification to prevent buddy punching
Workers can clock-in in seconds by using their phone number, or tapping a fob or RFID badge. We use AI-powered facial verification to prevent buddy punching.
No Wi-Fi and no charging needed
IP65-rated against rain, dust, snow and heat.
AC, solar or battery powered
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Any phone or tablet can be turned into a shared clock-in station for your crew. Workers can take a picture of their face to clock in within seconds.
One device can be used
Geofencing only allows clock-ins from the jobsite
Works offline if connection drops
Learn More Workers can clock in & out from their own phone using the SmartBarrel app. Their punch is verified with a quick photo and recorded automatically.
AI facial verification to prevent buddy punching
Time-stamped text after each punch
Works offline and sync automatically
Learn MoreSmartBarrel uses AI to verify workers, capture trusted field data, and power smarter workflows with accurate insights.
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SmartBarrel automatically builds timesheets as workers punch in on the device or mobile app, eliminating manual entry and helping you make smarter labor decisions.
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Step 2
Your foremen can easily assign cost codes and track production quantities in the field, tying verified hours to the right job, task, and phase before payroll.
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See real-time productivity across every jobsite, including budget vs. actual and burned vs. earned hours, so you can catch issues early and make smarter decisions.
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With built-in ERP syncing, SmartBarrel sends approved field time directly to payroll, accounting, job costing, and reporting, eliminating manual rekeying.
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SMS receipts confirm hours worked daily
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AI-powered facial verification identifies workers and improves with every clock-in, helping prevent them from buddy punching.
GPS / Location Verification shows where every worker clocks in, giving you visibility across jobsites without needing to be there.
Geofencing sets a virtual boundary around your jobsite, preventing workers from clocking in when they’re outside that area.
Time-stamped punches record when workers clock in and out, giving you clear records to resolve questions about hours.
Audit logs track changes to time records and show who made them, helping you trace and resolve discrepancies.
Automated rounding, break, overtime and double-time rules calculate hours based on your policies, reducing manual work.
What is biometric time tracking?
Biometric time tracking checks a worker's identity when they clock in or out. SmartBarrel compares each check-in photo with earlier photos to verify who is recording the time.
What software is used to track employee time?
Contractors use mobile apps, shared kiosks, and dedicated time clocks. SmartBarrel combines facial verification with digital timesheets so field hours can move into payroll without manual re-entry.
How to keep track of hours as a contractor?
Capture each worker's arrival and departure, review the resulting timesheet, and assign the right cost codes. SmartBarrel brings those records into one dashboard for field and office teams.
How does biometric time attendance work on construction sites?
A worker enters their phone number and takes a photo. SmartBarrel verifies identity, records the time, and sends the punch to the dashboard for review and cost coding.
How does biometric time tracking improve payroll accuracy for construction companies?
Verified punches help prevent buddy punching and replace estimated hours with recorded times. Automatically populated timesheets also reduce transcription mistakes before payroll review.
How to choose biometric time tracking software for construction companies?
Look for equipment suited to jobsite conditions, straightforward clock-ins, reliable identity verification, live attendance visibility, and compatibility with your payroll and ERP workflows.
Can we use the TimeClock and mobile app together?
Yes. SmartBarrel's mobile app works alongside TimeClock 4.0. Use a dedicated clock, a shared device in Kiosk mode, or individual phones in Punch mode. Verified clock-ins feed the same dashboard, giving crews flexible options across jobsites.
How quickly can we get our crews using SmartBarrel?
The TimeClock is designed for quick setup: mount and power the device, then sync or upload your employee list. Workers clock in using their phone number and a photo. Your wider rollout schedule depends on the sites, payroll configuration, and integrations involved.
How hard is it to roll out SmartBarrel across hundreds or thousands of workers?
You can start with a pilot site, train the teams who review and approve time, and expand in phases. JENCO used that approach across its projects, while Newtron deployed across six projects in three weeks. The rollout can be planned around your teams and existing systems.
Does SmartBarrel integrate with our payroll or ERP software?
SmartBarrel supports integrations with systems including Procore, CMiC, Viewpoint Vista, Viewpoint Spectrum, Plexxis, Foundation, Sage, ComputerEase, and Power BI. Available connections can move verified time, worker details, jobs, and cost codes between systems. Review your specific software and workflow with the team before rollout.
Can we roll out SmartBarrel without disrupting payroll or the field?
A phased rollout helps you introduce verified time tracking around existing operations. Start on selected projects, train field and payroll teams, and confirm the approval and export workflow before expanding. Complete Mechanical and JENCO both introduced SmartBarrel gradually as their teams adopted the system.
You can finally stop guessing, chasing hours, and cleaning up payroll every week. SmartBarrel gives you verified time from the field so you can protect margins, stay on budget, and remain in control as you scale.
BOOK FREE DEMOAI-Powered, SmartBarrel completely automates time tracking and guarantees 100% accuracy.
AI-Powered, SmartBarrel completely automates time tracking and guarantees 100% accuracy
The only workforce tool you need to manage your employees, temp labor and union crews – all without the headaches.
Rugged TimeClock 4.0 and Kiosk App powered by AI-Facial verification creates 100% accurate, self-generated timesheets. No buddy punching and streamlined payroll.
Your crew leads can tag productivity, cost codes, and production quantities instantly with a smart, intuitive system that keeps everything clear, accurate, and under control.
Connect verified labor hours with installed quantities and get real productivity metrics in seconds. See trends, forecasted hours, earned vs burned hours and more.
SmartBarrel auto-calculates all worker-related expenses – per diems, travel, vehicle allowances, and reimbursements – in one seamless workflow.
Track every worker, sub, and temp in real time. See in Real-Time all your hours, attendance, tardiness, weather, incidents, and more – all in one place.
Monitor project approvals and all expenses in one place. Automatic OT/DT calculations. Seamless ERP syncing for fast, error-free payroll every time.
SmartBarrel is a truly plug-and-play solution, ready to go as soon as it arrives on your site.
SmartBarrel saves you more than $4,285+ per worker and 800 hours+ on manual entry work – every year.
Use SmartBarrel’s multi-platform dashboard to easily add cost codes to every task, shift, and phase.
SmartBarrel integrates with virtually any construction software on the market, including:
SmartBarrel doesn’t just help you track time. It helps you report, analyze, and manage your job sites.
Stop letting payroll and time tracking issues hold you back. Discover how SmartBarrel can empower you to regain control and peace of mind.
Biometric time tracking uses unique physical characteristics – like facial features, fingerprints, or iris scans – to verify a worker’s identity when they clock in and out. Unlike traditional methods where anyone can punch a time card or enter a code, biometric systems confirm it’s actually that person checking in.
For construction, this means no more buddy punching or time theft. Workers can’t clock in for their buddies who are running late. The system verifies their identity before recording their hours.
SmartBarrel uses biometric facial verification, which captures a photo each time a worker checks in. The AI compares it to previous photos to confirm identity – no photoshoot required, and it works even with hard hats, safety glasses, and tough jobsite conditions.
Construction companies use different types of software to track employee time:
Mobile apps require workers to download an app on their personal phones and clock in via GPS. These struggle with dead batteries, poor service, and workers who don’t want work apps on their phones.
Tablet-based systems have a foreman or super entering time for the whole crew. This creates buddy punching issues and puts the burden on your foremen instead of letting them manage the site.
Biometric time tracking software like SmartBarrel gives each worker accountability. They check themselves in using facial verification on a dedicated device that lives on the jobsite. No phones, WiFi, or charging required.
The best construction time tracking software captures accurate hours from the field automatically and flows that data straight to your payroll system – eliminating manual entry and guesswork.
Most contractors track hours one of three ways:
Pen and paper is still common – workers write their names on a clipboard, and someone manually enters hours later. It’s simple but inaccurate and creates massive payroll headaches.
Time tracking apps require workers to use their phones, which often die, lose service, or get forgotten in the truck.
Biometric time clocks capture exact check-in and check-out times using facial verification. Workers clock themselves in, the data flows automatically to a dashboard, and you assign cost codes with one click.
The key is finding a system your workers will actually use every single day. If it requires their phone, reliable internet, or extra steps, adoption fails. The best solutions are excuse-free: they work regardless of phones, WiFi, or weather conditions.
Here’s how it works in practice:
Workers arrive at the jobsite and walk up to a biometric time clock. They enter their phone number on the keypad (or scan a fob), and the device takes a photo of their face. The AI instantly compares it to their previous photos to verify identity – green circle means verified, red circle means not matched.
The check-in time and photo are sent to the cloud immediately. No WiFi needed – the device has built-in cellular connection.
Throughout the day, workers check out for lunch and back in when they return. At the end of shift, they check out. All that data flows to a live dashboard where project managers can see who’s on site in real-time and assign hours to specific cost codes.
The system eliminates buddy punching because it verifies each person’s identity. It removes the burden from foremen who no longer need to track everyone’s hours. And it gives you 100% accurate time from the field – no rounding, no guessing.
Biometric time tracking improves payroll accuracy by eliminating the three biggest sources of errors:
Time theft and rounding. Workers can’t add “just 15 minutes” to their day when biometric verification captures exact check-in times. Those 15-minute increments add up – most contractors save over $4,285 per worker annually just by eliminating time padding.
Buddy punching. When your early guy can’t clock in for his buddy who’s stuck in traffic, you stop paying for hours that never happened. Biometric verification confirms identity before recording any time.
Manual entry mistakes. Handwritten time cards lead to illegible notes, lost paperwork, and office staff making their best guess. With biometric systems, the data flows automatically from the field to your payroll system – no human error in the middle.
The result? You’re paying workers for actual hours worked, not estimates. Your payroll team processes timesheets in hours instead of days. And you have bulletproof documentation if hours are ever disputed.
Look for these essentials:
Field-ready hardware. Apps don’t cut it on construction sites. You need a dedicated device that handles dust, weather, and rough conditions. It should work without WiFi (built-in cellular) and without constant charging (solar or electric powered).
Facial verification, not fingerprints. Fingerprints don’t work with welded fingers or work gloves. Facial verification works regardless of PPE, gloves, or dirty hands.
Zero excuses from workers. If workers need their phone, reliable internet, or specific apps downloaded, adoption will fail. Choose a system where workers can clock in with just a phone number or fob – nothing else required.
Automatic data flow. The system should push time data straight to your dashboard and payroll system. Manual exports or re-entry defeat the purpose.
Real-time visibility. You should be able to see who’s on site right now, not wait until the end of the week to find out who showed up.
Integration with your ERP. Make sure it connects with Procore, CMiC, Viewpoint, or whatever system you’re already using for project management and accounting.
Choose a solution built specifically for construction – not adapted from retail or office environments. The jobsite demands it.
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